In 1934, the 14-fret 00-18 rolled out of Nazareth, Pennsylvania. In those days, this charming small-body was overshadowed by louder 000s and Dreadnoughts. But in the decades since, many players have discovered the advantages of a comfortable, responsive, and well-balanced small-body Martin.
The current Standard Series 00-18 picks up where the earlier 00-18V left off. It draws on the iconic '30s specs, but with 21st Century precision and attention to detail. It's a short 24.9" scale, so with the small 00 body, the 00-18 sits very comfortably on your lap. It's great around the living room, but its well-balanced voice sings in any space.
The tried-and-true wood complement of Sitka Spruce and Mahogany deliver a sweet sound. From the first chord, the 00-18 delivers impressive bass presence for a small body. Notes up and down the fingerboard ring out with woody mahogany character. It's an easy guitar to mic in the studio, but it'll sound great on stage, too.
- Body Size: 00-14 Fret
- Construction: Traditional Dovetail Neck Joint
- Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Top Bracing: 1/4" Scalloped X-Brace
- Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany
- Fingerboard & Bridge: Solid Ebony
- Nut: Bone, 1-3/4"
- Saddle: Compensated Bone, 2-5/32" String Spacing
- Scale Length: 24.9"
- Neck Profile: Modified Low Oval
- Neck Taper: High Performance
- Tuning Machines: Grover Open Gear