1962 C.F. Martin & Co. D-18
A 1962 D-18 — the folk revival at its peak. The affordable Martin dreadnought was in the hands of aspiring and professional folk musicians across the country. Excellent tone at accessible prices.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$4,100–$8,200
Very Good
$2,600–$4,100
Good
$1,600–$2,600
Fair
$800–$1,600
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Spruce (top), Mahogany (back and sides) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 25.400" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Rosewood belly bridge |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite |
| Finish Options | Natural |
| Est. Production | 3,100 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic.
What Changed in 1962
Peak folk revival D-18 — the accessible Martin dreadnought at the height of the folk music explosion. Peter, Paul and Mary, Bob Dylan, and countless others were making acoustic guitar the center of popular culture.
Collector's Notes
Peak folk revival D-18s are plentiful and well-made. Excellent player instruments with cultural significance. Many show heavy use from professional touring — condition varies widely.