Martin Custom Shop 18 Style Dread All Mahogany w/case 3023356

This Martin Custom Shop D is a stripped-back, tone-first dreadnought built around an all-mahogany construction, delivering a dry, woody voice with strong fundamentals and quick response. Inspired by the 18-style platform, it offers a focused low end, clear mids, and controlled highs without the overtone complexity of rosewood builds. The Adirondack-style Golden Era scalloped bracing adds headroom and responsiveness, while the gloss body with satin neck keeps the feel fast and broken-in. It’s a straightforward, highly musical instrument designed for players who want clarity, punch, and balance above all else.

Highlights

• All-mahogany construction for a dry, focused tone with strong fundamentals
• Golden Era scalloped bracing for enhanced responsiveness and headroom
• Dreadnought body for projection, punch, and full low-end presence
• GE Modified Low Oval neck with High Performance taper for modern playability
• Clean 18-style appointments with Foden-style inlays for understated visual appeal

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: Dreadnought (14-Fret)
• Top Wood: Mahogany
• Back & Sides: Mahogany
• Bracing: Spruce, Golden Era Scalloped X-Bracing (Rear Shifted)
• Binding: East Indian Rosewood
• Rosette: Old Style 18 Black Maple Fiber
• Finish: Gloss Body
• Top Color: Mahogany Stain

Neck

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval
• Neck Taper: High Performance
• Neck Joint: Dovetail
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Fingerboard: East Indian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 16"
• Nut Width: 1 3/4"
• Inlays: Foden Style (Abalone)

Hardware

• Bridge: East Indian Rosewood GE Modern Belly
• Saddle: Compensated Bone
• Nut: Bone
• Tuners: Grover Nickel StaTite (18:1, Vintage Buttons)
• Bridge Pins: Ebony

Electronics

• None

Miscellaneous

• Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 (Medium)
• Case: 3-Ply Hardshell Case

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

At Tone Shop Guitars, we don’t just stock guitars—we curate them. Every instrument we bring in is selected to meet our standards for tone, feel, and overall quality. Whether you’re shopping in-store or online, our team is here to help you find the right guitar for your playing style, goals, and budget. From expert guidance to careful inspection before it ships, we work hard to make sure your next guitar is one you’ll be excited to play for years to come.