Martin Custom Shop 0-18 Italian Alpine Spruce Top (12-Fret) #3088229

Custom Shop Build Overview Martin 0-18 Italian Alpine Spruce (12-Fret) #3088229

This build features a solid Italian Alpine spruce top paired with genuine mahogany back and sides, delivering strong fundamental clarity, quick response, and impressive dynamic range.

With classic Style 18 appointments and traditional Martin construction, this instrument delivers timeless tone with enhanced performance and playability.

Construction & Craftsmanship

Handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, this instrument features Martin’s traditional dovetail neck joint and solid tonewood construction for maximum resonance and long-term stability.

The Golden Era scalloped X-bracing allows the soundboard to move more freely, enhancing sustain, responsiveness, and tonal clarity.

Classic Style 18 detailing keeps the aesthetic clean and focused on performance.

Tone & Performance

The 0-18 12-Fret is known for its balance, responsiveness, and focused tonal character. With the addition of a Italian Alpine spruce top, this version delivers increased projection and dynamic response while maintaining excellent articulation.

• Dry, woody midrange with strong fundamentals
• Clear note separation for intricate playing
• Controlled bass with excellent clarity
• Responsive feel for both light and aggressive attack

This makes the guitar an excellent choice for finger style players, recording musicians, and anyone seeking a highly responsive small-body acoustic with added performance capability.

Why This Guitar Stands Out

• Martin 0-18 with Italian Alpine spruce top
• Classic mahogany tone with added headroom
• Golden Era scalloped bracing for enhanced projection
• Balanced, articulate voice with excellent clarity
• Handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania
• Brand new with full Martin Lifetime Warranty

Serial Number: 3088229

Professionally inspected and ready to ship.

Specifications

• Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
• Body Size: 0-12 Fret
• Top: Swiss Spruce
• Bracing: 1/4" Golden Era Scalloped X - Hand Shaped
• Back & Sides: Genuine Mahogany
• Neck: Genuine Mahogany
• Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
• Fingerboard & Bridge: Ebony
• Nut Width: 1 3/4"
• Scale Length: 24.9"
• Bridge Spacing: 2 5/32"
• Nut & Saddle: Bone
• Finish: Gloss Body / Satin Neck
• Case: Hardshell Case

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