2023 Martin 000-18 Modern Deluxe Acoustic Guitar w/ Case – Natural

Information

Condition: Used, Very Good. Like what you see? All photos are of the exact item you will receive. There are a few very minor finish imperfections; one in the binding on the body, one on the headstock edge, and one on the treble side nut. We’ve included photos so you can take a look!

Just arrived via trade-in! This Martin 000-18 Modern Deluxe is anawesome 000 sized acoustic guitar. Tonally, it’s a little more subdued as compared to a dreadnaught, but it’s so easy to play and has a woody character that’s pleasing to the ear. It’s perfect for fingerstyle playing or singer/ songwriter strumming. And the small body size makes it extremely comfortable for most folks to hold. This one won’t last long!

From Martin: The 000-18 Modern Deluxe unites Martin’s vintage soul with modern sophistication. A spruce VINTAGE TONE SYSTEM® (VTS) top and Golden Era–style Adirondack spruce X-bracing recreate the tone of a nearly century-old Martin.

Natural protein glue construction and a lightweight carbon-fiber bridge plate enhance resonance and sustain, while exclusive Liquidmetal® bridge pins reflect energy for increased volume. EVO gold frets and a slightly asymmetrical neck deliver effortless comfort and control. Elegant East Indian rosewood binding, Waverly gold open-gear tuners, and a 1933-style pearl script logo complete the aesthetic. With its 000 body, it produces balanced mids and clear trebles, ideal for fingerstyle players seeking articulation and warmth. Vintage Martin tone meets modern luxury in a guitar built to inspire creativity.

How Does It Play?

The truss rod functions properly and the guitar sets up nicely. The string action sits at 5/64” on the low E string and right at 5/64” on the high E string, measured at the 12th fret.

Weight: 4lbs 0.7oz

Comes with Original Hardshell Case!

Highlights

000-14 Fret body size

Genuine Mahogany back and sides

Spruce with VTS top

Vintage Deluxe neck with High-Performance Taper

1 3/4'' fingerboard width at nut

Ply Hardshell case

Specifications

Top

Top Material: Spruce with VTS

Finish Top: None

Top Color: Clear

Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe

Top Detail: None

Binding: East Indian Rosewood

Bridge Material: Ebony

Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle

Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"

Bridge Pin Material: Liquidmetal®

Bridge Pin Dots: Red Acrylic

Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern

Pickguard Inlay: None

Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe

Saddle: Compensated Bone

Saddle Radius: 16"

Body

Body Size: 000-14 Fret

Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint

Back Material: Genuine Mahogany

Side Material: Genuine Mahogany

Back and Side Finish: Gloss

Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany

Back Detail: None

Side Detail: None

Back Purfling/Strip: Style 18

Back Inlay Material: None

Side Inlay Material: None

Bracing Pattern: X Brace

Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped

Brace Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS

Brace Size: 1/4"

Heelcap: East Indian Rosewood

Endpiece: East Indian Rosewood

Endpiece Inlay: None

Neck

Neck Shape: Vintage Deluxe

Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper

Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany

Neck Color: Dark Mahogany

Finish Neck: Satin

Scale Length: 24.9"

Number of Frets Total: 20

Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret

Fingerboard Material: Ebony

Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''

Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''

Fingerboard Inlay Style: Old Style 18

Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone

Fingerboard Binding Material: None

Side Dots: Abalone

Headstock

Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper

Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood

Headplate Logo Style: Stylized Script Inlay

Headplate Binding Material: None

Tuning Machines: Gold Open Gear

Knob: Butterbean

Nut Material: Bone