Martin Standard Series 000-18 – Auditorium Acoustic
Offered here is a mint-condition Martin 000-18, removed from the box only for inspection, testing, and photography. It includes the original Martin hardshell case and all factory paperwork. Please note: The serial number has been covered in listing photos to help prevent fraudulent activity. We’re happy to provide it upon request for verification purposes.
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A Timeless Mahogany Classic
The 000-18 stands as one of Martin’s most enduring and respected models—celebrated for its balance, clarity, and understated elegance. Rooted in Martin’s early 20th-century mahogany tradition, this Auditorium-sized instrument offers the perfect middle ground: compact and comfortable, yet powerful and articulate. The 000 body shape delivers excellent projection without sacrificing nuance, making it an incredibly expressive and inspiring guitar to play.
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Focused, Articulate, and Beautifully Balanced
This example sounds every bit as beautiful as it looks—extremely resonant, lively, and articulate. The combination of:
•Solid Spruce Top (Gloss with Aging Toner)
•Solid Mahogany Back & Sides
produces crisp, clear trebles, a woody and punchy midrange, and a tight, controlled low end that never feels overpowering. The result is a balanced, focused voice that sits beautifully in a mix or fills a room with warmth and clarity.
The short 24.9” scale length enhances playability and warmth, encouraging dynamic expression and long, comfortable playing sessions.
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Golden Era-Inspired Refinements
Never content to stand still, Martin has elevated the 000-18 with thoughtful, player-focused upgrades:
•GE-Scalloped Sitka Spruce X-Bracing (1/4”) for enhanced responsiveness and vintage-style bloom
•GE Modified Low Oval neck profile with High-Performance Taper for a fast, comfortable feel
•Thinner fingerboard and refined heel and bridge shaping
•Dovetail neck joint for traditional tone transfer
These updates increase sustain, openness, and overall responsiveness while maintaining the classic 18-style character players love.
Martin Standard Series 000-18 – Auditorium Acoustic
Offered here is a mint-condition Martin 000-18, removed from the box only for inspection, testing, and photography. It includes the original Martin hardshell case and all factory paperwork. Please note: The serial number has been covered in listing photos to help prevent fraudulent activity. We’re happy to provide it upon request for verification purposes.
⸻
A Timeless Mahogany Classic
The 000-18 stands as one of Martin’s most enduring and respected models—celebrated for its balance, clarity, and understated elegance. Rooted in Martin’s early 20th-century mahogany tradition, this Auditorium-sized instrument offers the perfect middle ground: compact and comfortable, yet powerful and articulate. The 000 body shape delivers excellent projection without sacrificing nuance, making it an incredibly expressive and inspiring guitar to play.
⸻
Focused, Articulate, and Beautifully Balanced
This example sounds every bit as beautiful as it looks—extremely resonant, lively, and articulate. The combination of:
•Solid Spruce Top (Gloss with Aging Toner)
•Solid Mahogany Back & Sides
produces crisp, clear trebles, a woody and punchy midrange, and a tight, controlled low end that never feels overpowering. The result is a balanced, focused voice that sits beautifully in a mix or fills a room with warmth and clarity.
The short 24.9” scale length enhances playability and warmth, encouraging dynamic expression and long, comfortable playing sessions.
⸻
Golden Era-Inspired Refinements
Never content to stand still, Martin has elevated the 000-18 with thoughtful, player-focused upgrades:
•GE-Scalloped Sitka Spruce X-Bracing (1/4”) for enhanced responsiveness and vintage-style bloom
•GE Modified Low Oval neck profile with High-Performance Taper for a fast, comfortable feel
•Thinner fingerboard and refined heel and bridge shaping
•Dovetail neck joint for traditional tone transfer
These updates increase sustain, openness, and overall responsiveness while maintaining the classic 18-style character players love.
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