Martin D18 2022

New D-18 fresh off the truck. Nice tones!

Strumming 0:01 Flatpicking 1:13 Fingerpicking 2:12 Capo 3:32

Recorded with Shure KSM32, Focusrite Saffire Pro 40, Logic Pro, no additional processing.

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[jasper_north]

Played this in my house last night and the neigbors threw a brick through my window to hear it better.

[pupungsaepul]

This model shows us the true definition of acoustic guitar

[thethoughtthatcountspodcas]

Sometimes I watch these videos just to hear the nice playing. Gives some Pat Garrett & Billy The Kid vibes

[regperatrovich]

I tested a bunch of left handed Martins at our local music shop up here in Anchorage Alaska.

I had the means, fortunately, to purchase any guitar I wanted. I tested a D-18, D-28, HD-28, D-35, D-45, and a D-28 modern Deluxe.

After a day playing between each guitar, I chose the D-18 for the sound I heard out of that particular instrument.

[dopagony]

I have an HD-28, J-45, and a D-18. The one that makes me smile the most is the D-18. Something about its simplicity and crystal clear tone.

[hekhopop]

This is one of the best sounding D18 I heard in YouTube. Sounds better that other guitars tested on that channel.

[stephenbrayfield]

That is the quintessential Martin sound. How a dread should sound

[miriamf.]

I got my D-18 (built in 2021) a few months ago, and although it is a little too big for me (small woman ^^) I love it so much! 🥰 Every time I play it, it brings tears in my eyes, the sound is amazing! ❤❤❤

[mariodriessen]

I bought a D-28 recently, but that was mainly because of the fact that I wanted something very different from the J-45 I already had. I love the sound of my D-28, but I also played the D-18 and I think I actually preferred the sound of the 18.

O man, I thought buying electrics was difficult. Buying acoustics is much harder and much more addictive.

Glad you're back, Ian.

[jftruthseeker]

I've bought a Martin 000-15m which i have installed an electroacoustic pickup 2 years ago and i love it, and last December i bought a Martin D-18 and now i have to say I'm good for life. These guitars are sublime, the D -18 is a quality fantastic guitar and I'm in love with the tone and finish and this one i will not install anything in, i keep it full acoustic

[CaptainOfMyBurden]

Nice clarity and chime to this one. Glad to see another one of your videos

[Whitty]

That's an amazing guitar. Probably the best D18 I've heard

[dreamsRreal]

Sounds perfect! And great playing Ian.!

[brucebrill]

I just bought a 2021 D-18. They are producing some quality 18's. Mine is an absolute gem with a comfort zone bigger than normal...and it can take a pounding. For the price it's hard to beat.

[tomharrington]

I traveled to Japan and came back with a 2022 D18. I have not picked up my other guitars very much since. I got it for a god price of $1775. Mint. If any one is headed that way.

[coaltrain]

Love a d18, and your playing is awesome

[koshwald]

Bravo Ian, I dream of owning this guitar one day!

[terrydavis]

Boy, that sounds amazing! Great playing too, Ian. Best "shut up & play the guitar" reviews on YouTube.

[gbbruno]

I have always leaned towards Gibsons, but this sounds phenomenal

[drewkingson]

thank you for your video and excellent playing - you know how to treat a Martin. Thanks to you I have a D-18 now - a cherished addition to my studio family of guitars