This is the first year of issue of Martin's D-18, one of the most historic and best-sounding models created in the 20th century. The Honduras Mahogany back and sides adds brilliance to the tone, making it ideal for recording and live performances.

• Frets
  Great Vintages,
  May 1988
  The Martin Dreadnought Story
  by Richard Bamman
  
  
• Acoustic Guitar - 10 Years
  That Vintage Sound
  Why Martin's prewar dreadnoughts are the Holy Grail of flattop guitars
  Jan 2000
  by Richard Johnston