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Martin Custom Shop 000-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany w/case 2983285

Martin Custom Shop 000-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany w/case 2983285

$7,499.00

Martin Custom Shop 000-18 1937 Authentic Sinker Mahogany w/Case
Serial: 2983285

This limited-run 000-18 combines sinker mahogany back and sides with an Adirondack spruce top and full Authentic 1937 construction for a remarkably warm, seasoned voice right out of the case. With the hide-glue dovetail neck joint, forward-shifted Authentic 1937 scalloped bracing, vintage gloss finish, and period-correct neck shape, it captures the feel of a pre-war small-body Martin while offering the balance and responsiveness players expect from a 000.

Sinker mahogany adds depth and harmonic richness not found in standard mahogany, and paired with Adirondack spruce, the guitar has power, clarity, and definition even under a lighter touch. Only 50 of these were built, making it one of the most limited modern 000-18 Authentic models Martin has released.

Highlights

  • Limited edition – only 50 built
  • Sinker mahogany back and sides
  • Adirondack spruce top with aging toner
  • Authentic 1937 forward-shifted scalloped bracing
  • Hide-glue dovetail neck joint
  • 000-18 Authentic 1937 Barrel & Heel neck shape
  • 1 3/4" nut width, 24.9" scale
  • Vintage gloss finish
  • Includes ply hardshell case

Specifications

Top

  • Top Material: Adirondack Spruce
  • Finish: Vintage Gloss
  • Color: Aging Toner
  • Inlay: Multi-Stripe
  • Binding: Brown Faux Tortoise
  • Bridge: Ebony, 1930 Style Belly – Long Saddle (glue-in)
  • String Spacing: 2 1/4"
  • Bridge Pins: Black Plastic
  • Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
  • Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
  • Saddle: Bone, 16" radius

Body

  • Body Size: 000-14 Fret
  • Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint, Hide Glue
  • Back & Sides: Sinker Mahogany
  • Back/Sides Finish: Vintage Gloss
  • Color: Dark Mahogany
  • Back Strip: East Indian Rosewood
  • Bracing Pattern: Authentic 1937 Forward-Shifted X-Brace
  • Brace Shape: Scalloped
  • Brace Material: Adirondack Spruce
  • Brace Size: 1/4"
  • Heelcap: Ebony
  • Endpiece: Brown Faux Tortoise

Neck

  • Shape: 000-18 Authentic 1937 Barrel & Heel
  • Taper: Standard
  • Material: Genuine Mahogany
  • Finish: Vintage Gloss
  • Scale Length: 24.9"
  • Frets: 20
  • Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
  • Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4"
  • Inlay: Old Style 18 (Abalone)
  • Side Dots: Antique White

Headstock

  • Shape: Solid with Square Taper
  • Headplate: East Indian Rosewood
  • Logo: Script Golden Era Overlay
  • Tuning Machines: Waverly Nickel Open-Back, Butterbean

Miscellaneous

  • Case: Ply Hardshell Case
  • Recommended Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0, Phosphor Bronze Light

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

Our team works directly with the Martin Custom Shop and inspects, photographs, and professionally sets up every custom build we receive. Whether you're shopping online or in one of our DFW locations, you get expert guidance and an instrument ready to perform at its highest potential.

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