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The Martin D-18 Authentic 1937 VTS acoustic guitar is a replication of a 1937 D-18 that stays true to the original with hide glue construction and historically accurate detailing. 1937 was an excellent year for guitars with a perfect storm of craftsmanship, innovation and materials. The D-18 Authentic 1937 features genuine mahogany back and sides, an Adirondack spruce top and it includes an authentic circa-1937 bracing pattern. It has period-correct "18" authentic-style appointments, an authentic neck barrel and heel and, new this year, a more accurate body profile based on dreadnought shapes from the early Golden Era of Martin history. The Martin Vintage Tone System (VTS) is employed to age the top and braces, which captures the tone from the 1930s era. Comes with a hardshell case.
Martin D-18 Authentic 1937 VTS Acoustic Guitar Natural
Martin D-18 Authentic 1937 VTS Acoustic Guitar Natural
Martin D-18 Authentic 1937 VTS Acoustic Guitar Natural

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  • Adirondack spruce top with VTS and genuine mahogany back and sides
  • Genuine mahogany neck in an authentic 1937 profile
  • Ebony fingerboard and bridge

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Body
  • Body type: D-14 Fret
  • Top wood: Adirondack spruce with VTS
  • Back & sides: Genuine mahogany
  • Bracing pattern: Scalloped, forward-shifted X brace
  • Body finish: Vintage gloss
Neck
  • Neck shape: Authentic 1937
  • Nut width: 1.75"
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Neck wood: Genuine mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.4"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Vintage gloss
  • Bridge: Ebony
  • Saddle & nut: Bone
Other
  • Tuning machines: Waverly nickel open-back tuners
  • Orientation: Right-handed
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Case: Hardshell case

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One year warranty on Martin Backpackers, Little Martins and Ukuleles. Limited lifetime on other Martin guitars.

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