Modern Deluxe series dreadnought acoustic guitar, D-18 Modern Deluxe.
- Solid VTS spruce top
- Solid mahogany back and sides
- Ebony fingerboard
- Includes hard case
- Made in the USA
This Modern Deluxe acoustic guitar is packed with classic details, custom features, and modern technology. It features a Sitka spruce top with Vintage Tone System (VTS) treatment and high-temperature aging, a "Dovetail" neck joint, and construction using natural protein glue, delivering that rich, aged Martin tone that has inspired generations of musicians.
First, the classic touches: European flame maple binding, elegant gold-finished fretwork, open-gear gold tuners, and an exclusive inlay logo in the style of the 1930s, crafted from Pearl Mother-of-Pearl.
Then, the modern innovations: titanium tension bar, Liquidmetal bridge pins with decorative red dot, and a carbon fiber back brace that boosts volume without adding weight—making it a guitarist’s dream.
- Solid Sitka spruce top with VTS (Vintage Tone System)
- Alder back and sides
- Mahogany neck
- Ebony fingerboard
- Abalone dot inlays
- Multiple-ring rosette
- Celluloid pickguard
- Mahogany tuning machines
- 20 gold frets
- Bone nut
- Nut width: 44.5 mm
- Scale length: 25.4"
- Ebony bridge
- Bone compensated saddle
- Gold open-gear tuners
- Includes hardshell case
- Color: Natural
- Original strings: MA550T Authentic Treated Medium
- Made in the USA
About the Martin Modern Deluxe Series
The Martin Modern Deluxe series offers an exciting blend of classic craftsmanship and contemporary innovations. These guitars feature traditional details like contrasting wood binding, dovetail neck joints, gold open-gear tuners, and elegant pearl inlays.
The tops are crafted with VTS (Vintage Tone System) treatment, aging the wood to replicate the sound and beauty of a century-old Martin. Modern touches include a carbon fiber bridge plate for increased volume and a Vintage Deluxe neck for enhanced comfort. Whether performing on stage or recording in the studio, a Martin Modern Deluxe will sound incredible.
- Solid top with VTS treatment
- Wood binding
- Liquidmetal bridge pins
- Carbon fiber bridge plate
- Gold open-gear tuners
About Martin Guitars
C. F. Martin & Co. has been inspiring musicians worldwide with their high-quality guitars and products for nearly two centuries. They are the creators of the Dreadnought model. Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Clapton, John Mayer, Craig Ross, and Jason Isbell have all played a Martin. Contact us if you have any questions about Martin guitars; we’ll be happy to guide you through their extensive catalog.
Martin guitars are renowned for more than their unmatched quality, craftsmanship, and tone. They are the choice of many guitarists due to their detailed construction. Throughout the company's history, Martin instruments have been used across a wide range of musical genres and stages. These instruments are backed by an unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible manufacturing practices..
EAN13: 0729789572866
Data sheet
- Direction
- Right-handed
- Cutaway
- No
- Electronic
- Without Preamp
- Neck
- Mahogany
- Fretboard
- Ebony
- Body Finish
- Gloss
- Gigbag-Case
- Case Included
- Body Shape
- Dreadnought
- Solid Top
- Yes
- Top
- Spruce
- Solid Back
- Yes
- Solid Rosette
- Yes
- Nut Width
- 1 3/4"
- Back
- Mahogany
- Sides
- Mahogany
- Number of Frets
- 20








