Custom Shop Build Overview

Martin 000-18 Engelmann 1 11/16" Ambertone #3088222

This build features a solid Engelmann spruce top paired with genuine mahogany back and sides, delivering strong fundamental clarity, quick response, and exceptional dynamic range. Adirondack spruce is prized for its stiffness and power, allowing the guitar to remain clear and articulate even under heavier attack.

Finished in a rich Ambertone burst, this instrument blends classic Style 18 tone with a visually distinctive, vintage-inspired aesthetic.

1 11/16" Nut Width – Why It Matters

The 1 11/16" nut width offers a slightly narrower feel compared to the standard 1 3/4", making this guitar especially appealing to players who prefer a quicker, more compact neck profile.

Faster feel for flatpicking and lead work
Comfortable transition for electric players
Reduced left-hand fatigue for extended sessions
Balanced spacing that still supports fingerstyle playing

This combination makes the guitar ideal for players who want the clarity of a 000 with a more streamlined, familiar feel.

Construction & Craftsmanship

Handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, this instrument features Martin’s traditional dovetail neck joint and solid tonewood construction to maximize resonance and long-term stability.

The Golden Era scalloped X-bracing allows the soundboard to move more freely, enhancing sustain, responsiveness, and tonal clarity.

Classic Style 18 detailing, combined with the Ambertone finish, gives the guitar a timeless vintage-inspired appearance.