1954 Martin 00-18 | Played by Carl Miner

Just because a guitar is vintage, doesn't mean it's guaranteed to sound great. But in the case of this 1954 Martin 00-18, reality meets expectation. This warm, woody, played-in little 00 got snapped up before we could list it on the site. If you're interested in a vintage Martin like this, keep an eye on our inventory, or give us a shout to let us know what you're on the hunt for. We love connecting folks with their dream guitar, whether that be a vintage gem or a new bespoke instrument!

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[batman]

Wonderful playing by Carl. I’d create a playlist just to hear all of his demos.

[jeffereesch]

That has to be the sweetest sounding 🎸 I've ever heard.

[freshybowl]

Something about these old martins that is extremely special. Dark and Rich.

[DA-tonp]

I keep coming back to this video. The performance and the guitar are as good as it gets. Carl, you're incredible.

[jeffhildreth]

I was 8 years old when I decided to play guitar, this based on a TV show watched in Winnemucca, Nevada.
The guitar being played was a Martin 00 or 000. I never forgot that.
Years later my first guitar was a 1939 Martin 00-17 purchased in 1961 for the princely sum of $4 (four dollars)
I currently own a 2015 Martin 00-18 V with highly figured backs and sides. A remarkable guitar.
We will age together.... me and my 0000 and my 00.

Wonderful playing Carl, always a treat. And thanks to North American Guitar for these fine videos.

[sabeesunwar]

Where have you gone Carl? No recent videos... Desperately longing for your comeback... ❤

[parvez]

Keep coming back to the video not just because of how good the guitar sounds, but how brilliant he is as a guitarist.

[stevec.]

Everyone needs a 00 after listening to Carl. Such a sweet and balanced voice.

[curtvahle]

Great sound!!! Even greater is the God Gifted playing of Carl Miner!

[markspencer]

Well you could put the proverbial cigar box strung with rubber bands in this guy's lap and it would sing...but to drop a vintage Martin there...well...no words.

[Dang...]

This guitar sounds absolutely beautiful! Excellent playing on this demo. I have a 00-18 from 1956. You can't beat these 50's 00-18's! they sound MUCH bigger and better than the size would indicate. Made in the old factory with hide glue, the 60+ year old wood sounds amazing!

[antondoornekamp]

Best acoustic guitar sound I've ever heard.

[mandowhippet]

First-class musician, with no airs and graces

[jimsatterfield]

I wonder if this little darling will ever be played as beautifully again.

[paulgoulet]

I recently bought a vintage Martin 00-18 which is getting a neck reset today. If my 00-18 sounds anything like this one when it's done I will be ecstactic. Of course Carl could make a cigar box guitar sound great. This song is so inspiring. I can't wait to get my hands on my own.

[mariodriessen]

I don't think I've ever heard a better sounding acoustic guitar. The wonderful playing might have helped. It's one of those guitars that makes me drool anyway. Yet I'm not biased. This is truely an amazingly good sounding guitar!!! ❤️

[robmiller]

Yes, Carl knows how to bring out the best in an instrument. I also have a 2020 OO-18. I love it and it just keeps getting better because I play it daily. Great guitar by Martin for sure.

[aclawrence]

I’ve listened to so many of Carl’s demos. I really like this tune and guitar.

[triplesgood]

Man, Carl I could I listen to all day. I love your phrasing and composition. Your playing is just brings all the guitars you play to life!

[mattrwilkins]

Amazing playing, obviously. That 00-18 is perfection. Full, deep sound with tons of growl and simultaneously harmonically complex AND deliciously dry.