The Martin 000-18 Modern Deluxe is a unique blend of classic vintage charm and advanced features, combining iconic Martin craftsmanship with modern technology. With its VINTAGE TONE SYSTEM® (VTS) spruce top, dovetail neck joint, and natural protein glue construction, this guitar delivers that rich, aged Martin tone that’s inspired generations. Standout details include gold frets, Liquidmetal® bridge pins with red accents, a composite carbon fiber bridge plate for enhanced volume, and a unique asymmetrical neck profile for optimal comfort. Wrapped in East Indian rosewood binding, the 000-18 Modern Deluxe is a guitar that commands attention both in sound and appearance.

Features

• 000-14 Fret body with a 24.9” scale length for comfortable reach and well-rounded projection
• Gloss VTS spruce top paired with gloss mahogany back and sides for a balanced, resonant tone
• GE-Scalloped X-bracing for enhanced resonance and responsiveness
• Vintage Deluxe neck shape with High Performance Taper for comfortable playability
• Ebony fingerboard and bridge for tonal clarity and long-lasting durability
• Optional Fishman and LR Baggs electronics for versatile amplification options
• Stylish appointments, including East Indian rosewood binding, Liquidmetal® bridge pins, and gold open-gear tuners
• Includes ply hardshell case; left-handed version available

Specifications

Body
- Body Size: 000-14 Fret
- Finish Top: None
- Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
- Back and Side Finish: Gloss
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Scale Length: 24.9"
- Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped
- Top Material: Spruce with VTS
- Back Material: Genuine Mahogany
- Side Material: Genuine Mahogany

Top
- Top Color: Clear
- Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
- Binding: East Indian Rosewood
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
- Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Bridge Pin Material: None
- Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
- Bridge Pin Dots: Red Acrylic
- Saddle: Compensated Bone
- Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
- Saddle Radius: 16"

Body Details
- Brace Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
- Brace Size: 1/4"
- Back Purfling/Strip: Style 18
- Heelcap: East Indian Rosewood
- Endpiece: East Indian Rosewood

Neck
- Neck Shape: Vintage Deluxe
- Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
- Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Finish Neck: Satin
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
- Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
- Number of Frets Total: 20
- Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
- Side Dots: Abalone

Headstock
- Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper
- Tuning Machines: Gold Open Gear
- Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Knob: Butterbean
- Headplate Logo Style: Stylized Script Inlay
- Nut Material: Bone

Miscellaneous
- Electronics: Optional (Fishman Gold Plus Natural I, Fishman Infinity Matrix, Fishman Presys Plus, Fishman Ellipse Matrix Blend, LR Baggs Anthem)
- Case: Ply Hardshell
- Left Handed Availability: True
- Pleked: True