Martin 00-18 Standard Series Acoustic Guitar - Natural Aging Toner | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Martin 00-18 Standard Series acoustic guitar builds on the legacy of Martin's most significant and high-quality acoustic body designs, delivering traditional sound and power that is particularly suited for fingerpicking and complex playing techniques. This Grand Concert instrument combines a solid Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides to create the robust, authentic tone that has supported various musical genres and playing styles for generations. Enhanced with Golden Era detailing and modern playability features, the 00-18 represents the height of golden-age acoustic guitar craftsmanship while incorporating contemporary enhancements for today's musicians.
Product Overview
Rooted in Martin's esteemed mid-century guitar-making traditions, the 00-18 showcases carefully chosen solid tonewoods including a premium Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides that create the foundation for its rich, versatile voice. The natural aging toner finish highlights the wood's inherent beauty while providing the classic Martin aesthetic that has defined premium acoustic guitars for generations.
The superior X-bracing pattern allows optimal top movement for enhanced projection and tonal complexity, while the Grand Concert body size provides the perfect balance between intimate fingerstyle clarity and comfortable playability. The shorter 24.9" scale length reduces string tension for effortless fretting and bending, making complex fingerpicking patterns and extended playing sessions comfortable for musicians of all skill levels.
Modern enhancements include stylish nickel open-gear hardware, genuine bone nut and compensated bone saddle for optimal tone transfer, and the GE Modified Low Oval neck profile that ensures smooth, comfortable playability. The ebony fingerboard with Old Style 18 inlays creates both visual elegance and superior playing feel that complements the guitar's traditional aesthetic.
Ideal For
- Fingerpicking guitarists seeking exceptional note clarity and comfortable body dimensions
- Folk and acoustic performers who appreciate traditional Martin craftsmanship and tone
- Recording artists requiring intimate projection perfect for close microphone placement
- Players with smaller hands or those who prefer more comfortable, manageable body size
- Musicians seeking Martin's golden-age sound with modern playability enhancements
Key Features
Grand Concert Body Design
The 00 body size delivers exceptional note separation and balanced projection while providing comfortable playability for extended fingerpicking sessions.
Solid Spruce and Mahogany Construction
The classic tonewood combination provides bright treble response with warm, punchy midrange that has defined traditional Martin tone for over a century.
Superior X-Bracing Pattern
Advanced bracing design allows optimal top movement for rich, authentic tone with enhanced projection and sustain compared to standard bracing methods.
Golden Era Detailing
Traditional appointments including Old Style 18 inlays and vintage-inspired hardware create the classic Martin aesthetic that connects to the company's golden age of craftsmanship.
Modern Playability Features
GE Modified Low Oval neck profile, bone nut and saddle, and 24.9" scale length ensure comfortable, effortless playability for contemporary musicians.
What's Included
- Martin 00-18 Standard Series Acoustic Guitar
- Martin hardshell case
- Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 strings (factory installed)
- Martin limited lifetime warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Solid Sitka spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides |
| Neck | Select hardwood, GE Modified Low Oval profile |
| Fretboard | Ebony with Old Style 18 inlays |
| Scale Length | 24.9 inches |
| Nut Width | 1.75 inches |
| Pickups | None (purely acoustic) |
| Electronics | None |
| Hardware | Nickel open-gear tuning machines, bone nut and compensated saddle |
| Finish | Natural gloss with aging toner |
| Weight | Approximately 4.1 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This Traditional Martin Today
Experience the traditional sound and exceptional craftsmanship of the Martin 00-18 Standard Series at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls, where you can discover why this Grand Concert design has been particularly valued by fingerpicking enthusiasts and folk musicians for generations. This instrument represents Martin's commitment to preserving golden-age craftsmanship while incorporating modern enhancements for today's players. Visit our showroom to explore this extraordinary acoustic guitar and experience the robust, authentic tone that only a Martin 00-18 can deliver.