Explanation
Martin / 1979 D-18
It’s true that today’s D-18 is an exceptionally fine instrument capable of meeting any player’s needs. Yet, no matter how carefully you play it in, it never quite breaks free from that “model student” mold.
Don’t you harbor a vague sense of dissatisfaction or loneliness deep down?
Perhaps what you’re truly seeking isn’t an overly refined, pristine sound, but something more raw—a “natural resonance” where the living wood itself directly vibrates the air.
This 1979 Martin D-18 is a truly special instrument that will quench that thirst right down to your very core.
Built in the mid-to-late 1970s, this guitar has, after an incredible half-century, reached a “realm of tone” that modern technology could never replicate.
The combination of Sitka spruce and mahogany represents the very origin and pinnacle of acoustic guitar materials.
As the moisture within the wood has completely evaporated and the internal resin has crystallized, the entire body has transformed into a soundbox that is surprisingly sturdy despite its light weight.
The moment you pluck a string, the bass resonates with a deep, rich tone that resonates in your chest, while the mid and high frequencies possess a rounded, mellow quality yet assert a powerful core that never gets lost in the mix. It possesses a raw, warm vitality—the very essence of an instrument—that stands in stark contrast to the “stiff, rigid” quality found in
New, brand-new instruments.
What defines the character of this particular instrument are the delicate weather checks etched into the top.
While aging techniques known as “relic” finishes have gained popularity in recent years, the cracks in the finish on this guitar are “proof of its history”—created solely by the passage of time and environmental changes.It is proof that this guitar has been a part of someone’s life for
many years, supporting their songs and weathering the seasons.
The moment you pick it up, the unique warmth and lifelike texture of a vintage guitar are transmitted directly through your fingertips.
[Specs/Included Case]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 42.5mm
SCALE: 645mm
CASE: Original Black Hard Shell Case
[Condition]
- Weather checking is visible on the top, but considering its age, it is in very good condition.
- It plays well with no buzzing or muffled tones.
- String action at the 12th fret: 2.5 mm on the 6th string, 2.0 mm on the 1st string -
Saddle height: approx. 1.5 mm to 1.7 mm - The Martin logo plate on the top of the
hard case is missing.
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 Months]
[Mail-Order Assurance Service]
Since we are unable to offer customers the opportunity to try out the instrument when purchasing via mail order, we provide a 6-day trial period after the product arrives. Please take your time to try out the product
at home, and if you are not satisfied,
we will refund the purchase price. *The customer is responsible for round-trip shipping costs.
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Electric Guitars/Electric Basses/Effectors/Amplifiers (Tuning Warranty: Up to 5 years)
If your instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will repair it free of charge. The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitars (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months)
For 1 month or 6 months after purchase, we will repair any defects resulting from normal use free of charge.
Wind Instruments (Up to 1 Year)
Upon arrival, we clean the interior of the instrument, replace consumables as needed, and perform any necessary repairs and maintenance. If the instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound due to normal use, we will repair it free of charge.
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