When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle

Top Wood: Spruce Back & Side Wood: Mahogany Weight: 4lbs 4oz/4.3lbs Serial: M3032310

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

Looking to trade a guitar? We’re always interested in great used guitars! Drop us a message!

A Bluegrass Cannon with a Songwriter's Soul

Meet the Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle—a guitar that's as much a tribute to a trailblazing artist as it is a masterfully crafted instrument. This isn't just a signature model; it's a deep dive into the tonal preferences of one of modern bluegrass's most important players. Inspired by Molly's own powerhouse 1943 D-18, this guitar is built to deliver that coveted dry, warm, and articulate dreadnought sound that has defined genres for decades.

Vintage Tone, Modern Precision

The heart of this D-18 is its solid Spruce top paired with solid Mahogany back and sides—a timeless combination known for its woody punch and crystalline clarity. The top is supported by rear-shifted, scalloped GE-style bracing, a key ingredient that enhances the bass response and overall resonance, giving each note a beautiful bloom. It’s a sound that cuts through a mix while retaining a rich, complex character perfect for flatpicking, crosspicking, and delicate fingerstyle passages alike.

Built for the Player

Beyond the tone, this guitar is built for comfort and speed. The Genuine Mahogany neck features an Authentic 1941 profile with a standard taper, a shape that feels substantial yet incredibly comfortable for long sessions. The 1 11/16" nut width is a flatpicker's dream, offering just the right spacing for intricate runs. Unique appointments like the custom Mother of Pearl moon phase fingerboard inlays and a printed Molly Tuttle signature label make this D-18 a truly special instrument—a guitar that feels both classic and uniquely personal.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Top Material: Spruce

Finish Top: Gloss

Top Color: Vintage Sunburst

Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe

Top Detail: None

Binding: Brown FauxTortoise

Bridge Material: Ebony

Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle

Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"

Bridge Pin Material: Ebony

Bridge Pin Dots: None

Pickguard: Faux Tortoise

Pickguard Inlay: None

Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe

Saddle: Compensated Bone

Saddle Radius: 16"

Body Size: D-14 Fret

Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint

Back Material: Mahogany

Side Material: Mahogany

Back and Side Finish: Gloss

Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany

Back Detail: None

Side Detail: None

Back Purfling/Strip: Style18

Back Inlay Material: None

Side Inlay Material: None

Bracing Pattern: Rearward Shifted X Brace

Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped

Brace Material: Spruce

Brace Size: 5/16"

Heelcap: Brown Faux Tortoise

Endpiece: Brown Faux Tortoise

Endpiece Inlay: None

Neck Shape: Authentic 1941

Neck Taper: Standard Taper

Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany

Neck Color: Dark Mahogany

Finish Neck: Satin

Scale Length: 25.4"

Number of Frets Total: 20

Neck Joins Body At: 14thFret

Fingerboard Material: Ebony

Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''

Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 11/16''

Fingerboard Inlay Style: Moon Phase Design

Fingerboard Inlay Material: Mother of Pearl

Fingerboard Binding Material: None

Side Dots: White

Case: Molded Hardshell

Label: Paper Label w/ Printed Molly Tuttle Signature, Numbered in Sequence w/ No Total

Electronics: No

Pleked: true

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.