{"product_id":"martin-custom-shop-d-18-sunburst-with-case","title":"Martin Custom Shop D-18 Flamed Mahogany Sunburst With Case","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMartin Custom Shop D-18 Mahogany with Sitka Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTruetone Music was invited to Nazareth, PA for a very special visit. We had the chance to spec out guitars to be custom built by Martin. We were also thrilled by the prospect of being able to hand select our own wood at the factory, aided by Custom Shop representatives and tonewood experts.  That began a relationship that has continued for multiple custom runs over a number of years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe knew we wanted to represent an interesting variety as far as models and exotic woods, but we also wanted the guitars to sound as best they could, never sacrificing tone for bling.  This Martin Custom Shop version of a D-18 with Flamed Mahogany with Sitka Spruce is a true example of that theory coming together in the best possible way.   It's a simple move to make - essentially a classic D-18 made with the best materials and craftsmanship from the top luthiers at the Martin Custom Shop.  To ste it apart from everything else out there, we did this one in a 1935 Sunburst, with a custom rosette.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wood choice is what comes first.  We chose to pair the beautifully grained Flamed Mahogany back \u0026amp; sides with the best Sitka Spruce for the top.  The warmth provided by Mahogany is a great choice for any dreadnought, especially for strumming.   The Custom Shop presented hand-selected, beautiful pieces for us to choose from.  Then it came time for the choice of Sitka Spruce for the top.  We wanted Sitka for it's classic sound and responsiveness to the player's attack.  I t produces a rich, sweet mid-range tone, which makes it a perfect complement to the Mahogany on this guitar.  The warm tone of the woods, coupled with resonant scalloped bracing under the hood, provides for a sound that's honest, authoritative, and clear.  All of the wood was hand-selected by Truetone at the Custom Shop.  We were beyond impressed with the end result - deep, warm and round, but with a a clear articulation and strong sustain.  It's a D-18, enhanced.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe look of the guitar itself would be enough, but the materials, construction and appointments make it all the more special.  In some ways, compared to other Martin Custom Shop guitars we've done (many are exotic woods), this is the simplest design, but it's much more than that.  It's the best of the best.  We did want to make it a bit more \"special\" so we went with a custom rosette on the guitar - it's a simple 3 ring style but has a pearl center ring.  When the guitar landed, we knew we had made the right call, as it adds a touch of elegance to an already beautiful guitar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe guitar is finished in gloss, with a satin finished Mahogany neck.  It has Martin’s popular modified low oval with high performance taper, making it very comfortable to play for hours. The radius is 16” with a nut width of 1 3\/4”.  It's a very easy to play guitar.  Other features included a Tortoise pickguard to make it stand out a bit, a Black Ebony fretboard, black binding, and nickel Grover tuners.  It comes with a Martin hardshell case and certificate of authenticity.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny Martin Custom Shop build is going to be a spectacular guitar, but this on a whole different level.  Come to Truetone Music today to experience this amazing Martin Custom Shop guitar, or order right here today.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/strong\u003e: C25-038021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial #\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3081812\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBody Shape:  \u003c\/b\u003eDreadnought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInspired by:  \u003c\/b\u003eD-18 Style\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase Model Note: \u003c\/b\u003eWood Selected by the Custom Shop\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAppointment Level: \u003c\/b\u003eStandard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdhesive: \u003c\/b\u003eModern Adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop Material: \u003c\/b\u003e Sitka Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBracing Material, Top: \u003c\/b\u003eSitka Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBracing Pattern, Top: \u003c\/b\u003e X Brace - 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