From the skilled artisans at the Martin Custom Shop, Russo Music proudly unveils our latest addition – the “D” Dreadnought 18-Style Acoustic in a stunning Ambertone finish. As an esteemed Martin Custom Shop Expert Dealer, we are thrilled to introduce this remarkable Martin Custom guitar.
This Martin Custom Shop Dreadnought starts with an exquisite Adirondack Spruce top, reinforced by Adirondack Spruce bracing in Martin’s Golden Era Forward Shifted Scalloped X pattern. This bracing not only enhances the guitar’s natural resonance and articulation but, with its forward shifting style, also enriches the bass response. It’s a remarkable detail that truly accentuates the exceptional qualities of Adirondack Spruce, a top wood choice considered by many as the pinnacle of tonal excellence.
The body of this Custom 18-Style Dreadnought showcases Sinker Mahogany for its back and sides construction. Sinker Mahogany is known for imparting a luxurious, earthy tone and delivering a highly responsive, dynamic playing experience.
Designed for effortless playability, this Custom Dreadnought features a Modified Low Oval neck carve with a High Performance Taper. The Black Ebony fingerboard retains Martin’s classic 16″ radius and is adorned with Select Abalone inlays in the iconic Old Style 18 pattern.
As a true acoustic Martin guitar, this 18-Style Dreadnought does not come equipped with electronics, allowing you to make the choice should you desire amplification. In a live setting, a simple microphone and preamp will brilliantly showcase the extraordinary sound of this Martin Custom creation.
Notable features abound, including an Old Style 18 Boltaron rosette, a Black Ebony bridge with a compensated bone saddle, and the ever-reliable Waverly Nickel 4060 Tuners with BB Buttons, ensuring precise tuning and steadfast stability.
This Martin 18-Style Dreadnought in Ambertone finish stands as a testament to the unrivaled craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail that the Martin Custom Shop is known for. With its exquisite tonewoods, impeccable construction, and timeless design, this guitar epitomizes excellence through simplicity. After much anticipation, it is finally a part of our stock at Russo Music.
- Russo Music Exclusive Custom “D” Dreadnought 18-Style Acoustic Guitar
- Adirondack Spruce Top with Ambertone top finish
- Sinker Mahogany Back and Sides, Gloss Nitrocellulose Finish Throughout Body
- Select Hardwood Neck with Modified Low Oval Profile, Satin Finish
- Black Ebony Fingerboard with 16″ Radius, 20 Standard Frets with 14th Fret Neck Joint
- Waverly Nickel 4060 Tuners with BB Buttons
- Martin 3-Ply Hardshell Case with Domed Top