Martin D-18 Acoustic Guitar - Satin 1935 Sunburst | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Martin D-18 acoustic guitar represents nearly a century of acoustic guitar excellence, delivering the bold, projective dreadnought tone that has shaped countless legendary performances and recordings. This iconic workhorse features a solid Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides in a stunning 1935 sunburst finish that pays homage to Martin's golden era of guitar making. Enhanced with Martin's refreshed 2025 Standard Series improvements including Golden Era scalloped bracing and refined playability features, this instrument offers the timeless Martin sound with modern comfort and performance.
Product Overview
Built with premium solid tonewoods including a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, the D-18 showcases Martin's legendary construction methods that have remained fundamentally unchanged for generations. The beautiful 1935 sunburst finish captures the vintage aesthetic of Martin's most celebrated era while the satin finish provides a smooth, comfortable feel that reduces glare under stage lights.
Martin's 2025 Standard Series enhancements bring significant improvements to this classic design, including Golden Era scalloped bracing borrowed from the Modern Deluxe Series for enhanced vintage-inspired tone and sustain. The GE Modified Low Oval neck profile with high-performance taper ensures exceptional comfort and playability, while the thinner fingerboard and refined bridge design improve both aesthetics and performance.
The forward-shifted X-bracing pattern combined with GE scalloped bracing delivers the powerful bass response and clear treble definition that has made the D-18 the choice of folk, country, and rock legends. From intimate fingerpicking to aggressive flatpicking and strumming, this guitar responds with the full-bodied projection and tonal clarity that defines the Martin dreadnought sound.
Ideal For
- Folk and country musicians seeking the authentic Martin dreadnought sound
- Singer-songwriters who need powerful projection for vocal accompaniment
- Fingerstyle and flatpicking guitarists demanding clear note separation and sustain
- Recording artists requiring the classic acoustic guitar tone that defines countless albums
- Serious players investing in legendary American guitar-making heritage and craftsmanship
Key Features
Solid Sitka Spruce and Mahogany Construction
The time-tested combination of solid spruce top with mahogany back and sides delivers the balanced, powerful tone that has made the D-18 a legend among acoustic guitars.
Golden Era Scalloped Bracing
Enhanced 2025 bracing design borrowed from Martin's premium Modern Deluxe Series provides vintage-inspired tone with improved sustain and dynamic response.
GE Modified Low Oval Neck Profile
Martin's most comfortable neck design features a high-performance taper that reduces hand fatigue while maintaining the classic Martin feel and playability.
1935 Sunburst Finish
The stunning vintage-inspired sunburst finish pays tribute to Martin's golden era while the satin coating provides a smooth, non-reflective surface perfect for stage performance.
Premium Appointments
Ebony bridge, bridge pins, and fingerboard with abalone dot inlays, plus bone nut and compensated saddle ensure both visual elegance and optimal tone transfer.
What's Included
- Martin D-18 Acoustic Guitar - Satin 1935 Sunburst
- Martin hardshell case
- Martin limited lifetime warranty
- Plek machine setup (factory completed)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Solid Sitka spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides |
| Neck | Select hardwood, GE Modified Low Oval with high-performance taper |
| Fretboard | Ebony with abalone dot inlays |
| Scale Length | 25.4 inches |
| Nut Width | 1.75 inches |
| Pickups | None (purely acoustic) |
| Electronics | None |
| Hardware | Nickel open-gear tuning machines, bone nut, ebony bridge |
| Finish | 1935 sunburst satin |
| Weight | Approximately 4.6 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This Legendary Martin Today
Experience the iconic tone and legendary craftsmanship of the Martin D-18 at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls, where you can feel the nearly century-old tradition of American guitar making in every note. This 2025 Standard Series model represents the perfect blend of traditional Martin construction with modern enhancements for improved playability and tone. Visit our showroom to explore this extraordinary acoustic guitar and discover why the D-18 has been trusted by musical legends for generations.
