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Martin Custom Shop Expert D-18 1937 'Natural Vintage Gloss' Acoustic Guitar

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The Martin Custom Shop Expert D-18 1937 'Natural Vintage Gloss' is a masterful recreation of one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever built. Combining Martin's revered 1937 design with modern reliability, this dreadnought delivers bold, articulate tone with vintage character and genuinely modern-day playability. Its Adirondack spruce top wears Martin's Vintage Gloss finish, a soft sheen that evokes the look and feel of a well-loved heirloom, while genuine mahogany back and sides contribute warmth, focus and classic Martin punch.

Crafted using hide glue and cloth strip construction, this guitar stays true to the golden era of guitar building while incorporating a modern adjustable truss rod for ease of maintenance. Forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing enhances projection and dynamic range, while the Authentic 1937 neck profile and 1-3/4" nut width provide a vintage playing experience that feels natural and inspiring. This D-18 1937 is ideal for players and collectors after an heirloom-grade instrument built to perform for generations.

Features

  • Adirondack spruce top with Vintage Gloss finish delivers responsive, vintage-voiced tone.
  • Genuine mahogany back and sides provide warmth and articulate clarity.
  • Forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing maximises resonance and projection.
  • Authentic 1937 neck shape with standard taper offers a period-correct playing feel.
  • Hide glue and cloth strip construction enhances tone and traditional craftsmanship.

Specs

  • Body: Authentic D, 14-fret
  • Top: Adirondack spruce
  • Back & sides: Genuine mahogany
  • Bracing: Forward-shifted X, scalloped
  • Neck: Authentic 1937 shape, standard taper
  • Neck joint: Dovetail
  • Nut width: 1-3/4"
  • Scale length: 25.4"
  • Top finish: Vintage gloss
  • Back & sides finish: Vintage gloss
  • Electronics: None

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We personally inspect and professionally set up every instrument that arrives in store to ensure optimum playability. We know guitars inside and out, so you can buy with absolute confidence. 

At the Acoustic Centre, we are real musicians who live and breathe Guitar!. We gig, rehearse, record and tour, and we are here to help you make an informed and unbiased decision on the right instrument for you.

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