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1961 Martin D-18 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Natural Finish w/HSC

$6,795.00

1961 Martin D-18 Dreadnought In Natural Finish

This Guitar Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

FInish Shows Moderate Cosmetic Play Wear, Including Natural Lacquer Checking, Various Dings, Marks, And Scratches Throughout

Small Tension Crack Near Pickguard As Shown

Made In Nazareth, PA

Dreadnought Body With Mahogany Back And Sides And Sitka Spruce Top

Brazilian Rosewood Bridge With Through Saddle

Faux Red Tortoise Shell Pickguard

Mahogany Neck With Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard And Dot Inlays

Original Frets In Good Playable Condition With Moderate Wear Visible, No Major Buzzing Or Dead Spots

Original Kluson Deluxe Tuners Are Slighty Stiff To Turn But Function Properly

Saddle Is Low; Guitar Currently Plays Well With Medium Action

25.4" Scale Length

1 11/16" Nut Width

Soft V Neck Profile

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 0.85"

Neck Depth At 10th Fret:  1.02"

String Height At 12th Fret Bass Side: 4/32"

String Height At 12th Fret Treble Side: 3/32"

Weighs 3lbs 14oz

Comes As Shown With Non-Original Hard Shell Case In Fair Condition (Corroded Latches)

 

The 1961 Martin D-18 is a classic American dreadnought known for its powerful, balanced tone and exceptional projection. Featuring a solid spruce top with mahogany back and sides, the D-18 delivers crisp articulation, warm lows, and a strong woody character that has made it a longtime favorite among flatpickers, singer-songwriters, and traditional acoustic players.