Sound Pure's Take
Condition: Used, Very Good
When it comes to a straight ahead, true blue, 18-style dread, this is as good as we've ever seen/heard/played. Sounds more like an old Martin than plenty of Martins we've played! Jim Merrill's dedication that late 30s/early 40s Martin sound is complete and the results of his work are just totally unforgettable. Stunning clarity and cut in the big, brawny bass; mids that can be sweet and cello-like or throaty and aggressive; sweet, clear trebles with just a touch of overtone content. The whole department has been in complete awe of this guitar since it arrived with us--get this thing out of here before someone makes a rash decision!
SP Luthier Notes: Crack Repair, Setup, Fretwork, Cosmetic Work
- Model
- C-18
- Serial
- 000157
- Top
- Adirondack spruce
- Back and sides
- Mahogany
- Neck
- Mahogany
- Fretboard
- Ebony
- Tuners
- Nickel Waverlys
- Bridge
- Ebony belly-style
- Pins
- Ebony
- Saddle
- Bone cut-through
- Nut
- Bone
- Pickguard
- Tortoise color
- Nut width
- 1-3/4"
- Scale length
- 25.4"
- Top Width
- 15.75"
- Body Depth
- 4.75"
- Case
- Original Cedar Creek hard case
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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