Martin D18 1933 Amertone (2025) with Hardcase

The Martin D-18 1933 Ambertone is a variation of the iconic Martin D-18, part of Martin's updated Standard Series for 2025. It combines the powerful, balanced tone of the traditional D-18 with vintage-inspired features, most notably the distinctive sunburst finish.

This is a premium, all-solid wood Dreadnought that includes a hardshell case.

Key Features and Tone

• Finish: The key aesthetic feature is the 1933 Ambertone gloss finish on the top. This sunburst is dark, rich, and mimics the look of a well-aged, vintage guitar from that era. The back and sides feature a Gloss finish in Dark Mahogany.

• Tone Woods: Crafted from a solid Spruce top (typically Sitka) and solid Mahogany back and sides. This classic pairing delivers a full, balanced voice with bright trebles, a punchy midrange, and exceptional clarity the quintessential "D-18" sound.

• Bracing (2025 Update): The 2025 models are often noted for featuring Golden Era (GE) Scalloped, Forward-Shifted X-Bracing (5/16-inch Spruce braces). This construction maximizes the top's responsiveness, enhancing the low-end power and vintage feel.

 Technical Specifications

• Body Size: D-14 Fret (Dreadnought)

• Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint

• Scale Length: 25.4 inches

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood

• Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval with a High-Performance Taper. This design is geared towards comfort and speed for modern players while retaining a vintage feel.

• Nut Width: 1-3/4inches (44.45mm), preferred for both flatpicking and fingerstyle.

• Fingerboard & Bridge: Ebony

• Fingerboard Inlays: Old Style 18 Dot Inlays (often Abalone).

• Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle

• Nut & Saddle Material: Bone (Compensated Bone Saddle)

• Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear with Butterbean Knobs

• Other Details: Black binding, Faux Tortoise pickguard, and an Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe rosette.

The Martin D-18 1933 Ambertone offers the revered "workhorse" sound and feel of the D-18 with a unique, visually stunning vintage aesthetic.