Martin’s classic mahogany Dreadnought, upgraded – and ready to plug in. The D-18E Modern Deluxe is the electro-acoustic version of the D-18 Modern Deluxe: a European red spruce VTS top, genuine mahogany back and sides and a Dreadnought body with bold lows and lots of headroom.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Strummers, bluegrass and folk players, worship leaders and gigging singers who want a premium mahogany Dreadnought.
What’s in the box
- Martin D-18E Modern Deluxe, strung with Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze Medium strings (Martin spec for the D-18 Modern Deluxe)
- Ply hardshell case
Specifications
| Body shape | Dreadnought 14-fret |
|---|---|
| Top | European Red Spruce w/ VTS |
| Back & sides | Genuine Mahogany |
| Finish | Gloss top, gloss back & sides |
| Bracing | Forward-Shifted X-Brace, ge-scalloped |
| Neck joint | Dovetail Neck Joint |
| Neck | Select Mahogany |
| Neck profile | Vintage Deluxe, High-Performance Taper |
| Scale length | 25.4″ |
| Nut width | 1 3/4″ |
| Frets | 20 (neck joins body at 14th Fret) |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Bridge | Ebony |
| Saddle / nut | Compensated Bone / Bone |
| Tuners | Waverly® Gold Open Gear |
| Electronics | Fitted (E model). Martin electronics options: LR Baggs Anthem, Fishman Gold Plus Natural, Fishman Infinity Matrix |
| Case | Ply Hardshell case |
| Strings from the factory | Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze – Medium |
Good to know
- Martin’s page lists the D-18 Modern Deluxe with optional electronics (LR Baggs Anthem, Fishman Gold Plus Natural or Fishman Infinity Matrix). Ask us which system is fitted.
- Maker warranty: Martin lists a limited lifetime warranty.
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