Martin 00-18V – 2004 | Vintage Series | Sitka & Mahogany Warmth
The Martin 00-18V (2004) is part of Martin’s highly regarded Vintage Series, built to capture the essence of pre-war Martin craftsmanship with the benefits of modern reliability. This 00-body acoustic is lightweight, responsive, and a joy to play—perfect for fingerstyle, folk, or light strumming.
It features a solid Sitka spruce top with scalloped X-bracing, paired with genuine mahogany back and sides for a warm, dry, articulate tone. The modified V neck profile with 1 3/4" nut width provides a comfortable, vintage-correct feel that suits traditional players and modern hands alike.
This is a beautifully preserved used Martin 00-18V, in excellent condition for its age. A standout second hand option for those seeking a smaller-bodied guitar with the sound and vibe of a vintage instrument.
Body
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Body Style: 00 (Auditorium), 14-fret
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Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
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Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany
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Top Bracing Pattern: Scalloped X-bracing
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Bracing Material: Sitka Spruce
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Top Finish: Gloss
Neck
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Neck Material: Select Hardwood
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Neck Shape: Modified V
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Scale Length: 24.9 inches
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Nut Width: 1.75 inches (44.45 mm)
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Fingerboard Material: Solid Ebony
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Frets Clear: 14 frets
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Total Frets: 20
Hardware
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Bridge Material: Solid Ebony
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Bridge Style: Belly, with drop-in saddle
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Tuning Machines: Nickel open-geared with butterbean knobs
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Nut Material: Bone
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Saddle Material: Bone, compensated
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Bridge String Spacing: 2-1/4 inches
Other Features
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Binding: Tortoise color
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Rosette: Old Style 18
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Pickguard: Delmar Tortoise color
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Finish Type: Gloss Nitrocellulose lacquer
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Case: Vintage-style hardshell case included
The 00-18V's combination of Sitka spruce and mahogany, coupled with its smaller body size and scalloped bracing, gives it a warm, focused tone with excellent mid-range presence, perfect for fingerstyle and light strumming. The modified V-shaped neck appeals to players who prefer a vintage-style feel.
The guitar is in very good condition, no damages, and no major scratches
A true vintage-style Martin, this 00-18V is an excellent choice for players and collectors looking where to buy a well-built used Martin 00-18 at the best price. A rare deal that captures the classic Martin tone in a small-body format.
