Martin Custom Shop 18 Style 0000 Adirondack/Sinker Mahogany w/case

Crafted with passion and precision, the Martin Custom Shop guitars designed by Tone Shop Guitars’ custom expert Mike Doty are a testament to the art and craftsmanship of lutherie. Each guitar is a masterpiece, featuring hand-selected tone woods that not only ensure superior sound quality but also add a unique character to every instrument. The meticulous selection process guarantees that each piece of wood contributes to the rich, resonant tones that Martin guitars are renowned for.

The inlays are a work of art in themselves, with options ranging from simple elegance to intricate designs. They are carefully crafted from materials such as pearl, stone, metal, and exotic woods, adding a personal touch that reflects the guitarist’s style and story.

The specifications of these guitars are tailored to perfection. From the body shape and size to the neck profile and tuning machines, every detail is considered to create a guitar that is not just an instrument, but an extension of the musician. 

These guitars are more than just a sum of their parts—they are a conduit for musical expression, built to inspire and endure. Whether on stage or in the studio, a Martin Custom Shop guitar designed by Tone Shop Guitars is the ultimate companion for any musician seeking the pinnacle of acoustic performance.

Adhesive: Modern Adhesive

Top Material: Adirondack Spruce

Bracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce

Back and Side Material: Sinker Mahogany

Binding Material: Black

Top Pearl: None

Rosette Style: Old Style 18 Boltaron

Bridge Style: Modern Belly

Neck Material: Select Hardwood

Neck Profile: Modified V

Neck Taper: High Performance Taper

Tuning Machines: Grover Nickel V97-18NA StaTite 18:1

Vintage Button

Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony

Fingerboard Inlay: Old Style 18

Finish Type: Standard

Finish Package: Gloss Body w/ Satin Neck

Top Color: Aging Toner

Electronics: None

Frets Clear: 14 Frets Clear of Body

Body Shape: ''M/0000'' Grand Auditorium Body

Inspired by: M18

Appointment Level: Standard

Base Model Note: Wood selected by Custom Expert Tone Shop Guitars Sinker Set

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Adhesive: Modern Adhesive

Orientation: Right Handed

String Number: 6 String

Venetian Cutaway: No

Electronics: None

Body Depth: Standard

Scale Length: 25.4"

Compensated Scale Length: 25.470"

Neck Joint: Dovetail

Truss Rod: Adjustable 14 Fret

Top Material: Adirondack Spruce

Top Material Upgrade: Standard

Final Top Grade: Grade 3-4

Top Thickness: Standard

Bracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce

Bracing Pattern, Top: X Brace - Forward Shifted

Bracing Pattern Number, Top: 2-B JLE

Bracing Shape, Top: Scalloped

Bracing Style, Top: Golden Era

Bracing Size, Top: 1/4''

Top Note:

Binding Material: Black

Area 1: Top

Back and Sides Material: Sinker Mahogany

Back and Sides Wood Group: NNN-18

Back and Sides Material Upgrade: Premium

Back and Sides Final Grade: n/a

Back and Sides Note:

Wedge Material: None

Wedge Material Upgrade: n/a

Wedge Final Grade: n/a

Back Purfling: Style 18

Bracing Pattern: J/M/0000 14 Fret

Center Strip: Sitka Spruce

Center Strip Stamp Location: Between 1st & 2nd Brace

Caution Stamp: None

Ribbons: Spanish Cedar

Neck Profile: Modified V

Neck Taper: High Performance Taper

Heelcap Material: Black

Headstock: Solid

Diamond Volute: None

Headstock Taper: Square

Corners: Standard

Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood

Headplate Material Grade: Standard

Headplate Thickness: Standard

Headplate Decal: Authentic

Neck Material: Select Hardwood

Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony

Fingerboard Material Grade: 2

Fingerboard Stain: No

Fingerboard Oil: Yes

Fingerboard Radius: 16''

Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"

Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"

String Spacing: 2 5/32''

Fingerboard Length: 17.989''

Fingerboard Thickness: Standard Thickness

Fret Wire: Standard

Finish Type: Standard

Finish Package: Gloss Body w/ Satin Neck

Finish Taping Notes: Do Not Tape Rosette & Inlays

Notes for Finish: None

Top Color: Aging Toner

Body Filler: Rosewood

Body Stain: Mahogany

Neck Filler: Rosewood

Neck Stain: Mahogany

Bridge Material: Black Ebony

Bridge Style: Modern Belly

Saddle Style: Drop in Saddle

Bridge Inlay: None

Bridge Inlay Pearl Species: N/A

Saddle Material: Compensated Bone

Tuning Machines: Grover Nickel V97-18NA StaTite 18:1 Vintage Button