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Condition: Used, Very Good

Barely a month into the new year and we may already have a contender for top 3 used Martins of 2021!  The unique look (herringbone on an 18 style?!), just-right aging, and downright classic Mahogany dread sound all have us smitten.  Fun historical fact--this model went to a dealer that used to be in our area in the 90s and sold then to the customer who just brought it to us after caring for it so expertly all that time.  Sweet highs, a throaty midrange (if you don't what that means, you will after playing this guy!) and, of course, that tight, life-like bass response.  Just fabulous!

SP Luthier Notes: Neck reset and setup

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Martin D-18 Hoffman Custom

Martin D-18 Hoffman Custom

From Martin and Co.

C.F MARTIN & CO. has been creating the finest instruments in the world for over 175 years. It continues to innovate, introducing techniques and features that have become industry standards including X-bracing, the 14-fret guitar and the "Dreadnought" size. One of the world's leading acoustic instrument makers, Martin guitars are hand-made by skilled craftsmen and women, who use a combination of new design and techniques along with those introduced by the company founder.

The company is also known for producing high-quality, popular acoustic guitar strings. These include the Martin SP® LIFESPAN™ line - the fastest-growing treated string in the industry, and the Martin SP line - which uses an industry leading core wire to hold tunings better.

Martin guitars and Martin Strings are the instruments and strings of choice for musicians around the world, from the icons of rock, country, folk and bluegrass to those just beginning their careers. They can be seen across all segments of pop culture, from television (Glee, Psych, Raising Hope and American Idol) to the movies; on Broadway and in books, online, and gracing the covers of popular magazines on newsstands everywhere.  

Model
D-18
Year
1990
Serial
502697
Body Size
D-14 Fret
Construction
Standard; Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail Neck Joint
Bracing Pattern
D-OMLE
Brace Shape
Scalloped
Brace Size
5/16"
Top Material
Engleman Spruce - Signature Top
Back Material
Mahogany
Side Material
Mahogany
Finish Top
Gloss
Back & Side Finish
Gloss
Scale Length
25.4"
Fingerboard Width at Nut
1 11/16"
Neck Shape
Low Profile
Neck Taper
Standard Taper
Electronics
None
Top Color
Clear
Binding
Tortoise
Pickguard
Tortoise
Rosette
D-28 Style
Bridge Style
Belly
Bridge Material
Ebony
Bridge Pin Material
Black
Saddle
Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius
16"
Back Purfling/Strip
HD
Heelcap
Tortoise
Endpiece
Tortoise
Endpiece Inlay
None
Neck Material
Mahogany
Neck Color
None
Number of Frets
20
Neck Joins Body at
14th Fret
Fingerboard Material
Ebony
Fingerboard width at 12th Fret
2 1/8"
Fingerboard Inlay Style
HD-28 Style
Headstock Shape
Solid with Square Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material
Indian Rosewood
Headplate Logo Style
Decal
Headplate Binding Material
None
Nut Material
Bone
Case
Hardshell

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

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