Martin Custom Shop Expert D-18 1937 'Ambertone Stage 1 Aged' Acoustic Guitar

The Martin Custom Shop Expert D-18 1937 'Ambertone Stage 1 Aged' is a masterfully built acoustic that fuses vintage authenticity with modern reliability. Featuring a premium Adirondack spruce top and genuine mahogany back and sides, this dreadnought delivers the classic Martin tone with exceptional balance, punch, and warmth. Martin’s proprietary Stage 1 aging and Vintage Low Gloss finish add the look and feel of a well-worn, broken-in instrument—ideal for players who crave the charm of a vintage guitar with the precision of new construction.

Inside, hide glue and cloth strip construction combine with scalloped Adirondack bracing to produce incredible resonance and sustain. The 1-3/4" bone nut and 25.5" scale length ensure articulate note definition and dynamic response. Waverly open-back tuners provide stable tuning while adding to the guitar’s period-correct aesthetic. The Ambertone sunburst finish adds a touch of visual flair, making this D-18 a standout both sonically and visually.

Features:

• Premium Adirondack spruce top with Ambertone Stage 1 Aged finish

• Genuine mahogany back and sides for warm, focused tone

• Scalloped Adirondack bracing with hide glue and cloth strips for vintage resonance

• 1-3/4" bone nut and bone saddle for tonal clarity and sustain

• Waverly open-back tuners for classic style and precise tuning

Specs

• Iconic D 14-Fret Body
• Premium Adirondack Top
• Aging Toner with Stage 1 Aging 
• Genuine Mahogany Back and Sides
• Hide Glue Construction w/ Cloth Strips
• Adjustable Truss Rod
• Adirondack Bracing
• 1-3/4" Bone Nut
• 25.5" Scale
• Bone Saddle 
• Natural Vintage Low Gloss Finish
• Waverly Open Back Tuners
• Product Code #2810365
• Stock Code 10CE-13 D18AUTHENTIC1937
• UPC #729789651639