1938 Martin D-18 - Played By Carl Miner

The Martin D-18 stands as an American guitar icon. It is the epitome of the timeless Martin sound that has been heard on records throughout the decades and played by legends across generations. Few guitar designs have ever perfected the simplicity in construction of a pre-war Martin D-18 of this era.

Its solid Mahogany back and sides, and mortise and tenon neck joint, paired with an Adirondack spruce top and forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing, give the 1938 D-18 its timeless tone and projection. The 1938 D-18’s “C” neck shape with its subtle “V” profile, and its 1 3/4” nut width, create a perfect combination of comfort and playability. These features come together in concert to create the instrument that has defined one of the most distinctive acoustic guitar sounds in history.

[christiankabengele]

The guitar is marvelous but the playing by Carl Miner is just mindblowing...what a talented musician.

[johnfahr]

This might be my favorite acoustic tone I’ve ever heard. Masterfully played as well, of course.

[G_Demolished]

Every time one of these videos pops up and I’m not looking:

Damn, that’s the nicest guitar I’ve ever heard in my life!

… Oh, it’s just Carl again.

[andrewhumphrey]

Carl has become one of my favorite guitarists of any genre. Love it.

[acousticmountains]

Some of the greatest acoustic tones in existence

[windub]

absolutely stunning playing and the guitar sounds like home

[skaybaltimore]

I used to love the D-28, but as I get older I appreciate the perfection of the D-18. And in Carl's hands it's the gold standard.

[truthray]

Just the best from Carl Miner every single time.

[garyives]

I'm so happy to be here before the Mahogany vs Rosewood war ensues. IMHO, through my excellent quality DAC, amp and headphones, that may have been the best sounding guitar I've ever heard. The player really found it's voice.

[JeremyHorn]

I've played and heard so many acoustic guitars. This may be the best one I've ever laid ears too. Incredible.

[devsfanlife]

the best sounding guitar on the internet

[FirstLast-eksg]

I watch this video at least a couple times a week. The song is very soothing and sounds similar to The Stable Song by Gregory Alan Isakov.

[swillis]

Few guitars are as capable in rendering the warmth, recognition, sustain and the sheer joy of a Martin D-18. Of course Carl Miner is superb and has become a TNAG favorite.

[philmccrevis]

Soul cleansing restful elegance. Thank you Carl Miner.

[alanparks]

I watch all of the videos of Carl playing incredible guitars. This is the sweetest sounding guitar of them all, by a long shot. From the golden age of Martin. Wow - magnificent!

[fat-hand]

Juat amazing sound, both guitar and player. Carl somehow intuits just the right thing to play to extract the true voice of any guitar. That guitar has the sound I would imagine an old soul guitar would have. Beautiful.

[JM-wvkz]

I actually taught myself two years ago, so many breakthrough progression I love how you lose yourself while playing. I truly believe that connection takes you to a higher consciousness. Your videos help me greatly. Much respect. Thx

[carlbrownfield]

I have a 39 D-18 and it sounds just exactly like this one. I don't think Martin ever made any guitars that sound as good.

[williamvanvugt]

I have a 1937 D18 sunburst, and it sounds just like this one: so clear and woody and sweet at the same time. And the projection....just awesome. Thanks for this vid.

[kevincrouch]

Yes sublime playing on a special guitar.