{"product_id":"martin-d18-authentic-1939-with-case","title":"Martin D-18 Authentic 1939 With Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith all stops pulled out, no stone left unturned, and every last detail examined, this Martin D-18 is truly unlike any that came before it – other than its original 1930s ancestors. The experts at Martin have used state of the art technology and the finest eye for quality to craft a period-correct recreation of a 1939 D-18. Part of the Martin Authentic series, this acoustic guitar is both a historic gem and modern marvel at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis D-18 features period-accurate hide glue construction and an Authentic 1939 Rearward-Shifted X-Brace bracing pattern to replicate design you would only find with an original 1930s model. A solid Adirondack spruce top is paired with solid genuine mahogany back and sides to construct the D-14 fret-shaped body. This combination of woods is joined by a solid black ebony fingerboard for a traditional feel in hand. An Authentic 1939 mahogany neck barrel and heel fills your grip firmly as you hold this D-18 in your arms. Another highlight of this historic instrument is its use of the Martin Vintage Tone System, or VTS. This specialized recipe is based on a historic torrefaction system which precisely ages the Adirondack spruce top and braces to replicate tones normally only found in vintage guitars. As a modern instrument with a vintage voice, this D-18 is a wonder. Additional features of this Martin Authentic model include period-accurate appointments, abalone fingerboard inlays, an Authentic Style long saddle style ebony bridge, and a Golden Era style headplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMartin's legacy in acoustic guitar design and construction is put on display in a new way with their Authentic series. This D-18 captures their mastery of the craft for players of today to experience first-hand a musical legacy that spans generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Highlight --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMahogany Block\/Dovetail Neck Joint Hide Glue Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld Style 18 Rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid VTS Adirondack Spruce Top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5\/16\" VTS Adirondack Spruce Top Braces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMadagascar Rosewood Back Purfling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1939 Tortoise Color - Brown Endpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTortoise Color - Brown Binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Black\/White Boltaron Top Inlay Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Madagascar Rosewood\/Large Golden Era Style Headplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld Style 18 - 1939 (Abalone) Fingerboard Position Inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished Gloss with Aging Toner Body and Neck Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Black Ebony Bridge with Authentic Style Belly - Long Saddle Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Martin Guitars","offers":[{"title":"2400420","offer_id":39343357984936,"sku":"D18AUTH1939VTS","price":5699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1210\/3886\/products\/martin-d18-authentic-1939-with-case-2400420_1.jpg?v=1615229145","url":"https:\/\/www.russomusic.com\/products\/martin-d18-authentic-1939-with-case","provider":"Russo Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}