The Martin 000-18 is a storied model that has been a cornerstone of Martin’s lineup for over a century. First introduced in the early 1900s, the 000 body style offered a compact alternative to the larger dreadnoughts, with a focus on tonal balance and versatility. The 18 designation signifies the use of mahogany for the back and sides, giving the guitar a distinctively warm, woody sound. Over the decades, the 000-18 has been cherished by players across genres, especially fingerstyle guitarists and singer-songwriters, for its focused, articulate tone and comfortable Auditorium-sized body.
The 2023 Martin 000-18 stays true to its heritage while incorporating modern refinements. It features a Sitka spruce top paired with genuine mahogany back and sides, creating a tonal profile with clear mids, tight lows, and a sweet, airy high end. The guitar's short 24.9” scale length and modified low oval neck with a high-performance taper offer exceptional playability, making it equally suited for delicate fingerpicking or dynamic strumming. Scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and sustain, while understated appointments like black binding and an old-style script logo on the headstock give it timeless charm.
This particular 000-18 is in excellent, near-new condition, with minimal signs of use and flawless functionality. Whether you're a seasoned player or a collector seeking a versatile and historically significant instrument, this 000-18 is a superb choice.
Comes in Martin original HSC.
Features:
Action at 1st fret: 0.5mm
Action at 12th fret: 2.25mm
Neck depth at 1st fret: 20.73mm
Nut Width: 44.4mm
12 fret width: 54.15mm
Weight: 1.68kg / 3.71lb
Top wood: Sitka spruce
Body wood: Genuine mahogany
Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing
Scale length: 24.9 inches
Neck profile: Modified low oval with high-performance taper
Fingerboard: Ebony
Bridge: Ebony
Nut width: 1 3/4 inches
String spacing at bridge: 2 5/32 inches
Finish: Gloss body with satin-finished neck
Binding: Black
Pickguard: Tortoise-pattern
Headstock logo: Old-style script Martin logo
Case: Martin OHSC