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This Martin D18 from 1963 is a completely crack-free dreadnought that still has all the finish in an impressively good condition. On top of that, it is a powerful and fantastic sounding instrument that guarantees years of playing pleasure. The current playability is very good, the frets and saddle are still good for many years as a neck reset and  refret have already been executed in a professional manner in the past, the fretboard has been slightly leveled. The original bridge has been lightly lowered and the saddle was converted to a drop-in, the pinholes have also been slotted and the bridge plate is in an impressive unworn condition. The D18 features Grover tuners, an LR baggs VTC element, the original pickguard and bridge and a 1970s Martin case. The 1963 D18 is built in exactly the same way as its predecessors from the 1940s; with a small maple bridge plate, T bar,  and Tortoise binding and pickguard. This changed only after 1966. With the current set-up, it's a very comfortable and inviting guitar to play and the sound is as dry, deep and warm as you'd expect from a Martin powerhouse of this age. Specifications Body Shape: Dreadnought Finish: Original Dimensions: Lower bout : 400 mm - 15 3/4'' Depth        : 125 mm - 4 59/64'' Body Material: Solid Mahogany Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce Bracing: Standard X bracing, Sitka Spruce Handedness: Right Body Details: Tortoise binding and pickguard, black and white trim Neck Material: Mahogany Neck Profile: C, towards moderate V Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Fingerboard Radius: 16'' Neck Details: Dot inlay Nutwidth: 43,5 mm - 1 11/16'' Scale Length: 645 mm - 25,4'' String spacing: 54 mm - 2 1/8'' Bridge: Rosewood Tuners: Period correct faded gold plated Grover Pat. Pend. closed back tuners Pickup: LR Baggs VTC  Condition: Very Good Tech Notes: Crack free, the bridge has been shaved, long saddle slot in bridge was filled to fit a short saddle, bridge string holes are slotted.  Travels in: Seventies Martin hardshell case Accessories: Original strap button, TFOA passport
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The Fellowship Of Acoustics, Netherlands  

Contact name:
The Fellowship of Acoustics
Brands:
Martin, Gibson, Fender, Vintage Guitars, Santa Cruz, PRS, Collings, Rozawood, etc..
Languages:
English, Dutch and German
Specialties:
Fine, Vintage and Rare Guitars
Opening hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm.

ABOUT US

I have always been opposed to being trapped into a job eight hours a day to purchase the free time to do what I enjoy. That’s why i started the Fellowship of Acoustics. The fellowship of acoustics was founded by Rudi Bults, Guitarist and obsessed with tone and wood. The idea was offering real expertise when trading and selling the finest instruments in the world from our showroom in Bergentheim, Netherlands. Helping others find the right tools and enjoying an atmosphere that’s unhurried, honest and informative that’s my go. We are nothing like the "supermarket" style music stores, but specialize in string-things only. We are widely known for Flattop guitars but also sell electric, mandolins & banjo’s, amps, parts, and accessories. Our store has earned the reputation for being a great place to shop for the best products and service.
It is our hope that this new website - much more than a list of "gear" for sale - will serve as an example of our commitment to offering a more personal approach, a friendly atmosphere, and an ultimately more satisfying experience for our friends and customers.
If you have any questions just dial +31-523-232205 or e-mail info@thefellowshipofacoustics.com My name is Rudi Bults, and I’m always here to help out. Wherever possible, we would recommend that you visit our store and experience our instruments and service first hand. However, because of our high standards you can be confident of ordering online from us. We hope you enjoy your visit to our site, and welcome your feedback.

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We do speak English, Dutch and German! Feel free to call in any of these languages and ask your questions! Call 0031-523-232205

 

WE BUY, SELL, TRADE, DO CONSIGNMENT AND APPRAISALS

 

We LOVE Guitars, and buy and trade for most stringed instruments. But we also do consignment, make appraisals for insurance or put you on our watch list. Please check the Buying & Trading page for details.

www.tfoa.eu
The Fellowship of Acoustics BV
Kanaalweg oost 36
7691CE Bergentheim
Netherlands
To order online: go to
http://www.tfoa.eu/the_store/
And choose your Guitar and purchase through the website.

Available methods of payment
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# Credit Card (MasterCard/Visa/AmEx) only available for European Community and USA.
# Bank-Wire transfer

Call for Online Order+31(0)523-23-2205
our policy:
14 day money in return return warranty  Shipping cost, and Customs & import return costs -bothways- are buyers responsibility
1 year Guarantee on Used Guitars
5 years Guarantee on New guitars (or 'limited lifitime' if the Builder guarrantees such)

 
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