The Martin 000-18 Modern Deluxe exquisitely combines vintage and modern appointments showcasing the kind of golden quality you would expect from Martin. Its asymmetrical mahogany neck has been expertly crafted for sublime playability allowing for the ultimate comfort as you slide across the frets. Youll then have the benefit of a composite carbon fibre bridge plate – not only is it a stable durable piece of hardware but it also boosts volume. Martins renowned innovation also comes in the form of their Vintage Tone System (VTS) utilised for the spruce top. Thanks to such an intricate and thorough process VTS delivers a tone that sounds as though it has aged over many years whilst also ensuring the body has supreme strength and durability. Mahogany back and sides then inject some extra resonance and richness into your sound enhancing it with gorgeous warmth.
Beautiful shape exquisite sound Crafted into a commanding auditorium shape the 000-18 produces the most magnificent sound full of stunning clarity rich lows and glistening highs. This wonderful guitar body is highly desired for its balanced rounded versatile tone. Its definition across the whole frequency spectrum makes it well suited for writing recording and performing purposes as well as a range of techniques and genres. Plus its also the perfect instrument to take with you on the road as it will meet every demand of busy touring life. For a tone that has power and warmth there is no better wood than mahogany. Showcased on the back and sides mahogany encompasses punchy sonic attributes that team well with its emphasis of midrange frequencies. The tone grows tighter and more focused as the wood matures meaning your guitar will only get more beautiful with age. And it begs the colourful overtones that the glorious spruce top provides. Spruce offers a versatile and balanced sound that lends itself to a range of playing styles whilst its broad dynamic range ensures you always make an impact. Prepare for glistening articulation and immerse yourself in a truly magical playing experience. Martins Vintage Tone System The 000-18 Modern Deluxe allows you to experience that deliciously classic Martin tone as soon as you start playing. Its spruce top has been carefully crafted with Martins Vintage Tone System (VTS) producing tones that sound as though theyve aged over many years. This model proves that you don’t have to buy a vintage guitar to experience the esteemed wondrous tone of a classic Martin. The VTS involves a thermochemical treatment which removes any water at a high temperature leaving the wood extremely dry superbly stable and more importantly with that sublime vintage sound. Incredible stability In order to deliver an exceptional clear tone and sustain a comfortable playing experience it is important to have a sturdy and durable structure. The 000-18 provides the utmost stability from the inside. Within the spruce and mahogany body there is scalloped X-bracing which offers robustness and resonance. The scalloped shape of the bracing means parts have been scooped out allowing the spruce top to vibrate freely and this results in a more dynamic sound that retains structural reliability. Scalloped bracing is an enticing feature particularly on Martin guitars as it takes us back to their “Golden Era” when all their steel-string guitars featured this sturdy and resonant brace shape. Such instruments are still held with such high regard now and so you can trust that the 000-18 has been constructed with history experience and an abundance of knowledge behind it. The benefits of such an innovative brace do not stop there. An X-bracing pattern offers an exceptionally sturdy structure that accommodates high-tension steel strings. Tune up and play without worrying about any potential guitar body tragedies X-bracing is strong enough to withstand any amount of pressure. Specifications Product Code: CFM-GTR-00018-MODERNDELUXEBody Body Size: 000-18 Fret Top: Spruce With VTS Back & Sides Material: Genuine Mahogany Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe Bracing Pattern: X Brace Brace Shape: Scalloped Finish: Gloss Binding: East Indian Rosewood Neck and Fingerboard Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany Neck Finish: Satin Neck Shape: Vintage Deluxe Neck Taper: High Performance Taper Fingerboard Material: Ebony Scale Length: 24.9 Number Of Frets: 20 Inlays: Old Style 18 Abalone Side Dots: Abalone Fingerboard Width At Nut: 1 3/4 Headstock Shape: Solid With Square Taper Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood Headplate Logo Style: Stylised Script Inlay Hardware Bridge Material: Ebony Bridge Style: Modern Belly – Drop In Saddle Saddle: Compensated Bone Nut: Bone Tuning Machines: Gold Open Gear Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern Included Case: Ply Hardshell Please note: Martin do not ship their guitars with the strap button installed on the bottom of the guitar. They do this to avoid any impact cracks that may occur during shipping. You can find your strap button inside the case compartment.
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