Martin 1935 00-18
Price$27,900.42
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Shinjuku-Ku, Japan
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Martin 1935 00-18 — prewar original Martin tone in a comfortable 00 body that balances historical value with practical playability.
1930s Martins are regarded as the pinnacle of acoustic guitar history. Large dreadnought bodies can produce unruly lows for delicate fingerpicking or blues, while even excellent modern reissues cannot reproduce the genuinely aged tone and instant response of a feather-light body that only nearly a century of time creates.
The Golden Era: the 1930s are considered Martin's golden age, when the basic structure of the modern acoustic guitar was established. This 1935 example features prewar deeply scalloped X-bracing and a remarkably light body construction, reflecting the uncompromising craftsmanship of the period.
Nearly 90 years of aging: the select spruce top and mahogany back and sides have aged thoroughly, and the whole instrument resonates as one. A light touch sets the air vibrating with astonishing response, and the warm, earthy, bone-dry mahogany tone is beyond what any modern technique can replicate.
The 00 size is easy to hold and fits the body comfortably for long sessions, yet thanks to prewar construction it delivers surprising volume and a well-balanced sound with clear string separation — ideal for blues, ragtime, and delicate solo guitar. Golden Era original Martins are sought by collectors worldwide and very few remain on the market; a 1935 00-18 in condition suitable for modern playing is extremely rare.
[SPEC]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 44mm
SCALE: 634mm
CASE: Non Original Hard Shell Case
[Repairs / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition]
Fine weather checking and playing scratches, showing a long history of being carefully played. Saddle and frets replaced; signs of a previous neck reset; heel cap replaced.
[Playing Condition]
Action at the 12th fret: 2.5mm low E side, 2.0mm high E side. Saddle protrusion approximately 1.5-2.0mm. No choking or buzzing; playing condition is good.
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Please note that all items are for sale in our Tokyo store.
There is a chance they might be sold out. All items are shipped tracked and insured. All import duties or customs fees are the buyers responsibility - please be aware of the requirements for your country. If you have any questions please ask.
Product Details
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Martin 1935 00-18 — prewar original Martin tone in a comfortable 00 body that balances historical value with practical playability.
1930s Martins are regarded as the pinnacle of acoustic guitar history. Large dreadnought bodies can produce unruly lows for delicate fingerpicking or blues, while even excellent modern reissues cannot reproduce the genuinely aged tone and instant response of a feather-light body that only nearly a century of time creates.
The Golden Era: the 1930s are considered Martin's golden age, when the basic structure of the modern acoustic guitar was established. This 1935 example features prewar deeply scalloped X-bracing and a remarkably light body construction, reflecting the uncompromising craftsmanship of the period.
Nearly 90 years of aging: the select spruce top and mahogany back and sides have aged thoroughly, and the whole instrument resonates as one. A light touch sets the air vibrating with astonishing response, and the warm, earthy, bone-dry mahogany tone is beyond what any modern technique can replicate.
The 00 size is easy to hold and fits the body comfortably for long sessions, yet thanks to prewar construction it delivers surprising volume and a well-balanced sound with clear string separation — ideal for blues, ragtime, and delicate solo guitar. Golden Era original Martins are sought by collectors worldwide and very few remain on the market; a 1935 00-18 in condition suitable for modern playing is extremely rare.
[SPEC]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 44mm
SCALE: 634mm
CASE: Non Original Hard Shell Case
[Repairs / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition]
Fine weather checking and playing scratches, showing a long history of being carefully played. Saddle and frets replaced; signs of a previous neck reset; heel cap replaced.
[Playing Condition]
Action at the 12th fret: 2.5mm low E side, 2.0mm high E side. Saddle protrusion approximately 1.5-2.0mm. No choking or buzzing; playing condition is good.
______________________________
Please note that all items are for sale in our Tokyo store.
There is a chance they might be sold out. All items are shipped tracked and insured. All import duties or customs fees are the buyers responsibility - please be aware of the requirements for your country. If you have any questions please ask.
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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