Martin D-18 Acoustic Guitar: Standard Series Reimagined

Specs

• Body Shape D-18 Standard Dreadnought

• Top Wood Solid Spruce

• Back & Sides Wood Solid Mahogany

• Top Finish Gloss

• Color Aging Toner

• Bracing Forward Shifted X-brace

• Binding Black

• Neck Wood Select Hardwood

• Neck Finish Satin

• Neck Shape GE Modified Low Oval

• Scale Length 25.4"

• Fingerboard Material Ebony

• Fingerboard Radius 16"

• Fingerboard Inlay Old Style 18

• Number of Frets 20

• Nut Width 1.75"

• Nut Material Bone

• Saddle Material Compensated Bone

• Bridge Material Ebony

• Tuning Machines Nickel Open-gear

• Strings Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0, .013–.056

• Case Hardshell Case

• Manufacturer Part Number 10Y25D18

The Martin D-18 Standard Series is a modern reimagining of one of Martin’s most iconic dreadnoughts, updated with vintage-inspired appointments and improved tonal dynamics. Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, this guitar delivers the classic warmth, punch, and clarity that has made the D-18 a favourite across genres for nearly a century. Golden Era forward-shifted X-bracing adds impressive volume and responsiveness, while the Aging Toner finish gives it a timeless, broken-in look.

A select hardwood neck with a GE Modified Low Oval profile offers exceptional comfort for both strumming and fingerstyle players. The ebony fingerboard is thinner and bevelled for a smooth, broken-in feel, paired with traditional Old Style 18 inlays and nickel open-gear tuners for vintage charm. The D-18’s focused tone and excellent projection make it a go-to choice for bluegrass, folk, and singer-songwriters seeking tonal clarity and balanced articulation.

• Classic D-18 tone with solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides

• Golden Era forward-shifted X-bracing enhances responsiveness and projection

• Comfortable GE Modified Low Oval neck profile with 1.75" nut width

• Premium appointments include ebony fingerboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle

• Vintage-inspired updates including thinner fingerboard, beveled edges, and Aging Toner finish