Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars!

Lovies Guitars is excited to present this 2008 Martin D-18GE Golden Era Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar finished in Natural. The D-18GE (Golden Era) is one of Martin’s most revered modern vintage-inspired models, designed to capture the tone, feel, and construction details of the legendary pre-war D-18s. Featuring premium materials, forward-shifted scalloped bracing, and Golden Era specifications, this model has become highly sought after by players and collectors alike for its powerful voice and exceptional responsiveness.

This D-18GE delivers everything players seek in a great mahogany dreadnought—strong projection, dry and punchy fundamentals, rich midrange presence, and crisp, articulate highs. The Adirondack spruce top provides exceptional headroom and dynamic range, allowing the guitar to remain clear and responsive whether lightly fingerpicked or aggressively flatpicked. It is an outstanding instrument for bluegrass, folk, country, singer-songwriter work, and professional recording applications.

The Natural finish highlights the premium tonewoods and understated elegance of the Golden Era design, allowing the guitar's craftsmanship and tonal performance to take center stage.

This guitar is all original (OG) and comes complete with its Original Hardshell Case (OHSC).

Condition: 9.8/10 - Excellent. Super clean top, back, and sides with only a small binding repair noted. No cracks, structural repairs, or other significant issues. An exceptionally well-preserved example.

SPECS
Model: 2008 Martin D-18GE Golden Era
Finish: Natural
Body Shape: Dreadnought
Top: Adirondack Spruce
Back & Sides: Genuine Mahogany
Bracing: Forward-Shifted Scalloped Adirondack Golden Era X-Bracing
Neck: Genuine Mahogany
Neck Profile: Modified V
Fingerboard: Ebony
Bridge: Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4"
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Saddle: Long Bone Saddle
Tuners: Waverly Open-Gear Butterbean Tuners
Case: Original Hardshell Case (OHSC)
Condition: 9.8/10 - Excellent

Lovies Guitars Guarantee
A phenomenal Martin D-18GE Golden Era offering the coveted pre-war-inspired specifications, powerful Adirondack-topped dreadnought tone, and exceptional craftsmanship that have made this model a modern classic. Original, remarkably clean, and structurally excellent, this is a premium Martin equally suited for the stage, studio, or collection.

1st Fret: .860"
12th Fret: .960"
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Serial: 1279492
SKU: 9911

Each guitar comes with a sample of Fret-Not fret and fingerboard cleaner and our favorite Cooper Pick.

We offer a 14-day money-back return policy. Buy with confidence.

All guitars are guaranteed to arrive in the condition as described, and a full refund will be issued if not. Additionally, all our guitars are fully insured, and we will assist with any claims that may arise.

Lovies Guitars holds a CITES Master File, and we can provide certificates when and where they are required. We are also declaration-friendly, ensuring a smooth experience for international shipments.

Listed14 days ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • D-18GE Golden Era
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Year
  • 2008
Pickup
  • None
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Model Family
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Series
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Color Family
  • Natural
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 20

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