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This is a very good condition Martin D18 Golden Era that was built in 2015. This is an exceptional sounding example of this much revered model. This D-18 Golden Era features a classic modified V neck for enhanced playability. The D-18GE adds an Adirondack spruce top and scalloped bracing to the mahogany back and sides. This has an LR Baggs pickup installed. It is otherwise unaltered. Notes on condition: This guitar is in very good condition and shows some honest play-wear throughout including light scratches and some small dings and a ding near the end pin (pictured). There is some light fret wear. Structurally, this guitar is excellent and is set up for strumming/bluegrass. Please ask questions prior to purchase. This guitar is sold "as-is." This D-18GE Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar includes a deluxe Martin hardshell case. Specs & details from Martin:Model SpecificationsMODEl: D-18GE 1934CONSTRUCTION: Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail Neck JointBODY SIZE: D-14 FretTOP: Solid Adirondack SpruceROSETTE: Old Style 18 and B/W FiberTOP BRACING PATTERN: Standard “X” Scalloped, Forward ShiftedTOP BRACES: Solid Adirondack Spruce 5/16”BACK MATERIAL: Solid Genuine MahoganyBACK PURFLING: Style 18SIDE MATERIAL: Solid Genuine MahoganyENDPIECE: Tortoise ColorENDPIECE INLAY: noneBINDING: Black BoltaronTOP INLAY STYLE: Multiple Black/White BoltaronSIDE INLAY: noneBACK INLAY: noneNECK MATERIAL: Select HardwoodNECK SHAPE: Modified VNUT MATERIAL: Fossilized IvoryHEADSTOCK: Solid/Square TaperHEADPLATE: Golden Era Style LogoFINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Solid Black EbonySCALE LENGTH: 25.4″# OF FRETS CLEAR: 14# OF FRETS TOTAL: 20FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT: 1-3/4”FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT 12TH FRET: 2-1/4”FINGERBOARD POSITION INLAYS: Old Style 18FINGERBOARD BINDING: noneFINISH BACK & SIDES: Polished GlossFINISH TOP: Polished GlossFINISH NECK: SatinBRIDGE MATERIAL: Solid Black EbonyBRIDGE STYLE: 1930 Style Belly w/ Long SaddleBRIDGE STRING SPACING: 2-5/16”SADDLE: 16” Radius/Long Fossil IvoryTUNING MACHINES: Waverly Nickel w/ Butterbean KnobsBRIDGE & END PINS: BlackPICKGUARD: Tortoise ColorCASE: 545E

The Martin D-18 is a true icon in the world of acoustic guitars. First introduced in 1931, the D-18 has established itself as a mainstay in genres like folk, country, and bluegrass. With its solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, it delivers a balanced tone characterized by warm bass and clear treble. Musicians love its playability and rugged construction, making it reliable for both studio sessions and live performances.