Martin D-18 Satin Amberburst '24 acoustic guitar

Description Made in 2024[Features]A spruce top with a uniform, narrow grain, a mahogany back with a charming grain line near the center,a dark ebony fingerboard and bridge with some slight streaks, and a nostalgic, sophisticated, and beautiful matte amber bust finish!The difference in sound between the gloss and satin finishes...The gloss finish offers a lustrous, beautiful high range, a slightly tighter, more focused sound, and a more pronounced sound.The satin finish has a slightly more blunt, dry sound, with a more forward-thinking low-midrange sound than the gloss finish.The sound of this particular guitar is characterized by a powerful low-midrange resonance, striking a dry, dynamic sound rather than a bright, delicate one.The pickstrokes bring out the powerful dreadnought size, making it a perfect match for genres like rock and country.When fingerpicking, the dry sound seems more suited to mature genres like blues and jazz than melodic playing like solo guitar.If you're not a fan of glossy, sparkling sounds but still want a Martin guitar,or prefer a satin finish over a gloss finish, this particular guitar should definitely be on your list.[Condition]This pre-owned guitar is in excellent playing condition with no noticeable scratches and minimal signs of use.There is almost no visible wear on the frets.There is ample space on both sides of the truss rod.The current string height is approximately 2.5mm above the 12th fret on the 6th string side and approximately 2.0mm above the 12th fret on the 1st string side, which are standard for Martin guitars.Please note that the condition may vary slightly at the time of delivery.[D-18 Model Description]Like the D-28, the D-18 features mahogany back and sides and has been a best-selling model for over 80 years.Until a few years ago, the fingerboard and bridge were made of rosewood, but a minor change was made and they were changed to ebony.This gives the guitar a more solid, woody tone that's characteristic of mahogany back and sides.When played with fingers, the sound is bright yet warm, while when played with a pick, the rich mid- and low-range tones characteristic of mahogany resonate pleasantly.The scalloped brace frame allows the entire body to vibrate with a light touch,making the characteristic soft, fluffy sound of mahogany even easier to play.While this guitar features old-fashioned details such as a tortoiseshell pickguard and binding, an old logo, open-back tuners, and an icing toner finish, the neck shape is a modern and familiar round shape.The saddle is a short type that makes it easy to retrofit pickups, combining the best of both old and new.[Specifications]Top Material: SpruceBracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X BraceBrace Shape: ScallopedSide & Back Material: Genuine MahoganyNeck Material: MahoganyNeck Shape: Modified Low OvalNeck Taper: High Performance TaperFingerboard & Bridge Material: EbonyScale Length: 25.4" (645mm)Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4" (44.5mm)Top & Back & Side Finish: SatinIncludes original hard caseCondition: A+: Like new. Excellent condition.ShippingWe ship via EMS, FedEx, or DHL (international express mail service with tracking, insurance, and handling included).EMS: Usually takes 1–2 weeksFedEx / DHL: Usually takes about 1 weekYour item will be carefully packed and shipped within 5 business days. ReturnsWe offer a 30-day money-back guarantee for defective products.Return shipping cost is the responsibility of the buyer.If the item is defective, please contact us before returning.About UsAs with all sellers handling pre-owned branded items in Japan, we are licensed by the local government to operate this kind of business.We are officially registered as a legal business and comply with all laws and tax regulations required by the Japanese government. International Buyers – Please Note:Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.Please check with your country’s customs office to determine any additional costs before purchasing or bidding.These charges are usually collected by the shipping company or when you pick the item up. Do not confuse them with additional shipping fees.We do not under-declare item values or mark items as “gifts.” Doing so is prohibited by US and international laws.