Martin Custom Shop D-18 Style - 1 11/16" #59936 (Empire Music Spec)

Martin Custom Shop D-18 Style, Black Ebony Fingerboard, Natural (Aging Toner)

~Guitar pictured is the actual guitar that you will receive~

A D-18 for players who prefer a 1 11/16" nut width and want a more responsive voice. 

Highlights: 

• 1 11/16" nut width for a comfortable, fast-playing feel  
• Thin Authentic-thickness top for enhanced responsiveness  
• Hand-scalloped Golden Era bracing for increased openness and dynamic range  
• Premium 5-ply Geib-style hardshell case  

Built on the foundation of the Martin D-18 Standard, this Martin Custom Shop D-18 Style combines the punch, clarity, and versatility of one of Martin's most revered mahogany dreadnoughts with a collection of thoughtful upgrades selected by the team at Empire Music. As one of only a small number of Martin Custom Expert Dealers, we've spent years designing custom guitars that enhance the playing experience without losing sight of what makes a great Martin special.

This guitar was designed for players who love the sound of a D-18 but prefer the feel of a traditional 1 11/16" nut width. It delivers a comfortable and familiar playing experience while preserving the balance, projection, and responsiveness that have made the D-18 a benchmark for generations. 

Beyond the neck, we've enhanced the guitar's responsiveness with a thin Authentic-thickness top and hand-scalloped Golden Era bracing—features that players have consistently gravitated toward in our Custom Shop designs. Together, these upgrades help the instrument respond more quickly to a lighter touch while producing greater openness, dynamic range, and harmonic complexity. The guitar retains the strong fundamentals, dry character, and articulate voice of a traditional D-18 while offering a livelier, more responsive, and more expressive playing experience. 

Completing the build is a premium 5-ply Geib-style hardshell case, providing superior protection and a classic vintage-inspired presentation worthy of a Custom Shop instrument. 

We are proud to include a full professional setup to factory spec before delivering your new Martin Guitar. Our world-class techs will dial in your guitar to make sure the playability is maximized on your new Martin!

Empire Music is one of Martin's Worldwide Custom Shop Expert Dealers.