The Basics
The D-18 Dreadnought features a sleek, modern High Performance Neck for enhanced playability. The D-18 adds a Sitka spruce top to the genuine mahogany back and sides. Perfect for the intermediate and advanced player. Available with a sunburst or ambertone shaded top for an additional $250.
Model:D-18 Specs
- ConstructionGenuine Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail Neck Joint
- Body Size:D-14 Fret
Top:Solid Sitka Spruce
Rosette:Style 18
Top Bracing Pattern:Standard ”X” Scalloped, Forward Shifted
Top Braces:Solid Sitka Spruce 5/16”
Back Material:Genuine Mahogany
Back Purfling:Style 18
Side Material:Genuine Mahogany
Endpiece:Delmar Tortoise Color
Endpiece Inlay:none
Binding:Tortoise Color
Top Inlay Style:Multiple Black/White Boltaron
Side Inlay:none
Back Inlay:none
Neck Material:Select Hardwood
Neck Shape:Modified Low Oval Profile w/ Performing Artist Taper
Nut Material:Bone
Headstock:Solid/Square Taper
Headplate:Solid East Indian Rosewood / Large Old Style Logo
Heelcap:Tortoise Color
Fingerboard Material:Solid Black Ebony
Scale Length:25.4”
Number of Frets Clear:14
Number of Frets Total:20
Fingerboard Width at Nut:1-3/4”
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret:2-1/8”
Fingerboard Position Inlays:Old Style 18
Fingerboard Binding:none
Finish Back & Sides:Polished Gloss
Finish Top:Polished Gloss w/ Aging Toner
Finish Neck:Satin
Bridge Material:Solid Black Ebony
Bridge Style:1930s Style Belly w/ Drop-In Saddle
Bridge String Spacing:2-3/16”
Saddle:16” Radius/Compensated/Bone
Tuning Machines:Nickel Open-Geared w/ Butterbean Knobs
Recommended Strings:Martin Studio Performance Lifespan Phosphor Bronze Medium Gauge (MSP7200)
Bridge & End Pins:Black
Pickguard:Delmar Tortoise Color
Case:445 Hardshell
Interior Label:none
Electronics:Optional
Other Options:Available left-handed at no additional charge
Other Comments:All prices & specifications are subject to change without notice.