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Dreadnought

Martin D-18 1955, Natural

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InstrumentDreadnought
BrandMartin
ModelD-18
FinishNatural
SKUGF7897-A
HandednessRight
Made In Year1955
TopSpruce
Back and SidesMahogany
Neck/FingerboardMahogany / Brazilian Rosewood
Bridge MaterialBrazilian Rosewood
TunersOriginal
Neck ProfileSoft V
Neck Depth0.85" - 1.03"
Scale Length25.5"
Nut Width1.67"
String Spacing at Saddle2.20"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)Y
ElectronicsN/A
CaseChipboard case
Modifications/RepairsNut and saddle shimmed, bridge re-glued, replaced pins, cack on lower bout treble side glued
1 9/16”1.563”
1 5/8”1.625”
1 11/16”1.688”
1 3/4”1.750”
1 7/8”1.875”

When it comes to flatpicking, it’s tough to beat an old Martin D-18! This example from 1955 is perfectly played in, with the sort of playing wear reserved for the best sounding guitars out there. This instrument is dry and punchy, with a beautiful clarity often present in Martins from this era. Straight-braced, this guitar has plenty of balance, volume and responsiveness. While traditionally used as a bluegrass flatpicking machine, this D-18 is equally suited to folky strumming and fingerpicking a-la Bob Dylan.

This guitar has been well-loved and played, with various dings and finish wear throughout. A top crack near the pick guard has been repaired with glue, the nut and saddle have been shimmed, the bridge has been re-glued, and the pins have been swapped out.

This instrument comes with a chipboard case.

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