Martin D-18 Standard Series 2025 - 1933 Ambertone

Few acoustic guitars carry the kind of weight and versatility of a Martin D-18. Since its debut in the early ’30s, the D-18 has earned its place as a true workhorse, equally at home in bluegrass circles, singer-songwriter sessions, and full-band mixes. It’s a guitar with history, but more importantly, one that still shows up ready to work.

This D-18 pairs a solid Sitka spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides, delivering the familiar balance the model is known for:strong fundamentals, clear mids, and a low end that’s present without being overpowering. The refreshed Standard Series specs bring things closer to Martin’s prewar roots, including GE-scalloped, forward-shifted X-bracing that gives the guitar a quicker response and a more open, resonant feel right out of the case.

The 1933 Ambertone finish adds a subtle vintage vibe that feels perfectly at home on a dreadnought like this—classic, but not flashy. Playability is equally dialed in, thanks to the GE Modified Low Oval neck profile, 1.75" nut width, and satin neck finish, making this an easy companion whether you’re flatpicking leads, digging into rhythm work, or settling in for some fingerstyle playing.

Finished with thoughtful details like an ebony fingerboard and bridge, vintage-style open-gear tuners, and Martin’s rock-solid build quality, the D-18 continues to prove why it’s been a go-to for generations of players. Timeless for a reason.

Specs
• Dreadnought body shape
• Solid Sitka spruce top
• Solid mahogany back and sides
• 1933 Ambertone gloss finish
• GE-scalloped, forward-shifted X-bracing
• Select hardwood neck
• Satin neck finish
• GE Modified Low Oval neck profile
• 25.4" scale length
• 1.75" nut width
• Ebony fingerboard
• 16" fingerboard radius
• Old Style 18 fingerboard inlays
• 20 frets
• Ebony bridge
• Bone nut
• Compensated bone saddle
• Nickel open-gear tuners
• Hardshell case included