Introducing the Martin D-18 Streetlegend Standard Series Acoustic Guitar, a new addition to Martin’s lineup for 2023. This guitar is a true standout, featuring a stunning satin-finished spruce top with some visual wear that gives it a well-loved, vintage look. Inspired by historic models found in Martin’s museum, the StreetLegend captures the essence of the brand’s legendary craftsmanship, and storied history in one package.
Crafted with genuine mahogany back and sides, the D-18 Streetlegend delivers plenty of volume and bright trebles, along with punchy midrange tones. The scalloped 5/16″ forward-shifted X-bracing contributes to its full-bodied sound, making it a top choice for players seeking that classic Martin sound.
The dreadnought 14-fret body shape is a tried and true design that has been a favorite among guitar players for decades. The ebony fingerboard has a 16″ radius and is adorned with old style 18 abalone dot inlays, giving it a vintage feel. With 20 standard frets, the Modified Low Oval, High Performance Taper neck profile, and a 25.4″ scale length, this guitar is comfortable to play and easy to navigate.
The D-18 Streetlegend is equipped with butterbean nickel open-gear tuners that provide stable and precise tuning, while the bone 1 3/4″ nut ensures excellent resonance and sustain. The ebony bridge is a modern belly, drop-in saddle design that enhances its projection and sustain. The guitar comes strung with Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 – Medium13-56 strings.
To complete its vintage aesthetic, the D-18 Streetlegend comes with a tortoise pattern-aged pickguard, an East Indian Rosewood headplate with the Script Old-Style overlay, which complement the aged top nicely.
The Martin D-18 Streetlegend Standard Series Acoustic Guitar ships complete with a hardshell Martin case.
- Solid Spruce top
- Forward-shifted scalloped Spruce X-Brace
- Custom Ink aged top based on real Martin Museum piece wear
- Solid Mahogany back and sides
- Aged tort guard
- Modified low oval neck profile