Detail 01
Rear-shifted scalloped X-bracing
Promotes clear note separation, fast response, and controlled low-end bloom.
Product detailSKU #1500000470764
MartinD-18 Molly Tuttle Signature Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar - Vintage Sunburst
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle Signature is a dreadnought acoustic that pairs a solid spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides. Rear-shifted scalloped X-bracing is voiced for quick response, note separation, controlled low-end bloom, and strong midrange presence—qualities the design specifically connects to fast flatpicked passages and detailed rhythm work. Its genuine-mahogany Authentic 1941 neck, ebony fingerboard, 1-11/16-inch nut width, and satin neck finish shape the hands-on experience. Vintage Sunburst gloss, moon-phase inlays, open-gear tuners, and a molded hardshell case complete the instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fast flatpicked passages that benefit from clear note separation and quick response.
- Detailed acoustic rhythm work across a wide dynamic range.
- Taking a solid-wood dreadnought to studio or stage with its molded hardshell case.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players; the guitar is identified as right handed.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Authentic 1941 neck; 1-11/16-inch nut
Provides the model’s vintage-profile neck and stated nut width.
Detail 03
Solid spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides
This is an all-solid-tonewood construction.
Detail 04
Molded hardshell case
A molded hardshell case is included.
Detail 05
Vintage Sunburst gloss finish
Gives the guitar its stated sunburst gloss appearance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a right-handed acoustic guitar.
- 02The included case is a molded hardshell case.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What bracing does the D-18 Molly Tuttle use?
It uses rear-shifted scalloped X-bracing.
02What are the main body woods?
The guitar has a solid spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides.
03Does it include a case?
Yes. A molded hardshell case is included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
8 detailsPlayability
- Nut Material
- Bone
- Strings
- Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Medium (MA550T)
- Neck Profile
- Authentic 1941
- Nut Width
- 1
- Number of Frets
- 20
- Number of Strings
- Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Medium (MA550T)
- Scale Length
- 25.4
- Neck Shape
- Authentic 1941
13 detailsBody & build
- Bridge Type
- GE modern belly bridge
- Color
- Burst or Fade
- Bridge Material
- Ebony
- Neck Construction
- Dovetail neck joint
- Body Material
- Solid mahogany (back and sides)
- Top Material
- Solid spruce
- Body Finish
- Gloss
- Inlays
- Mother-of-pearl moon phase design
- Neck Wood
- Genuine mahogany
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Color Finish
- Vintage Sunburst
- Tuning Machines
- Nickel open-gear
- Body Construction
- Hollowbody
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Molded hardshell case included
2 detailsOther
- Model
- D-18 Molly Tuttle Signature
- Product Type
- Acoustic guitar
