The Martin CS 00-18 14-fret Flamed Mahogany & Engelmann Spruce (2022) distills the legendary Martin tone into a compact, highly expressive package. Crafted from solid tonewoods, it pairs a responsive Engelmann spruce top with striking flamed mahogany back and sides, finished in a thin vintage gloss that allows the wood to breathe. The signature scalloped X-bracing is clearly visible, delivering an open, lively voice with excellent sustain and surprisingly strong projection for a 00.

Tonally, this Custom Shop 00 strikes a perfect balance between the classic 000 equilibrium and the presence for which Martin dreadnoughts are renowned. The Engelmann top provides immediate, sensitive response with airy highs and a sweet top end, while the mahogany body focuses the midrange for clarity and punch. Expect strong midrange projection, fast attack, and a tight, musical low end that records beautifully and stays clean on stage.

Playability is effortless thanks to the short 24.9" scale, which softens string tension for nuanced fingerstyle work and comfortable fretting. The High-Performance Taper neck feels fast and precise without being bulky, and a 1.75" nut width allows for comfortable right-hand positioning and articulate chord voicings. The ebony fingerboard and bridge add definition and clarity, while the lightweight open-gear tuners keep the guitar resonant and stable.

Without onboard electronics, the 00-18 remains a purely acoustic instrument—perfect for mic’d sessions or paired with your favorite pickup and preamp. Whether composing, recording, or accompanying vocals, this 00-sized guitar delivers classic Martin character in a more intimate format: warm and clear, balanced yet forward, with a dynamic range that rewards expressive playing. It’s an inspiring choice for fingerstyle, nuanced strumming, and melodic flatpicking, where detail and control matter most.

It is a B-Stock model, and is in mint condition.
Comes with an original Martin case, and is ready to be played!

*All guitars are fully checked and professionally set up by our team of luthiers at Max Guitar, so you won’t have to worry about playability or technical issues. Please contact us to discuss available shipping options