2022 D-18 Authentic 1939 Aged

Martin / 2022 D-18 Authentic 1939 Aged

This is one of the Authentic series of D-18s made in 1939, reproduced as faithfully as possible.

The top is made of Adirondack spruce treated with VTS (Vintage Tone System), which is similar to the cell structure of aged vintage Martin tops, and the sides, back and neck are made of high quality mahogany. The sides, back and neck are made of high-quality mahogany.
The guitar has a stately appearance, and has the stature of a pre-war reproduction.
In addition, the aged finish gives the guitar realistic cracks and scratches in the paint film, as well as the appearance of having been played and aged.
The tasteful and austere appearance is irresistible.

In addition to the ebony fingerboard and bridge and Waverly pegs, the bracing is the same rear-shifted scalloped bracing used in 1939.
T-bars are used for the neck reinforcement rods, which affect the sound, and nikawa is used for the gluing of each part.

The pickguard is painted in, and you can see the wobbling grain of the adirondack spruce, just as it would have been in those days.
This is another texture that will make guitar lovers groan.

The lightness you feel the moment you hold it is exactly like the feeling of holding a pre-war D-18 in your hand, and the full-bodied mid-bass and ear-splitting treble are pleasantly resonant. The whole guitar is ringing, with a deep reverb feel and a sleek, extended sustain. The 1937 specification is still in circulation as new, but the 1939 specification is a discontinued model and is rarely distributed, so please consider this opportunity.

[Specs/included case]
NECK REINFORCEMENT: T-bar
BRACING：Rear Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing
TOP : Adirondack Spruce with VTS
BACK/SIDES : Mahogany
NECK : Mahogany
FINGERBOARD : Ebony
BRIDGE : Ebony
nut-width : 42.9mm
SCALE : 645mm
WEIGHT : 1.80kg
CASE : Original Hard Shell Case
Consignment

[Condition]
- This is a one-owner item and is in like-new condition.
- String height at the 12th fret: 2.5mm on the 6th string side, 2.0mm on the 1st string side.
- Saddle protrusion: approx. 2mm~3mm

[Warranty]
No adjustment warranty is included due to consignment.
Of course, after purchase, we will be happy to consult with you about adjustments, repairs, etc. (for a fee) upon request.
Mail order trial service is not applicable. (No returns).