Product Description

Martin's groundbreaking Retro Series represents the most significant advancement of their era in amplified acoustic sound. Based upon a beautiful 1940 14-fret 000-18 "donor" guitar from the Martin Museum collection, the 24.9 in. short scale Retro Series 000-18E Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar produces clear and expressive response for stage or studio use. With modern performance and playability, the Retro Series 000-18E Auditorium offers the visual and tonal integrity of the genuine mahogany auditorium guitars from the pre-war era. Fishman F1 Aura+ electronics takes your performances to a whole new, modern level.

Fishman F1 Aura+ ElectronicsThis state-of-the-art system features the stunning realism of award-winning Aura Acoustic Imaging technology in a distinctive and easy to use onboard preamp system. The heart of this onboard intelligence is its ability to replicate the sound of nine different world-class studio microphones. Delivered in an intuitive menu driven interface that is very versatile with controls placed in perfect position for total ease of operation while performing. Controlled with two low-profile control buttons and a single large, bright LED display. Placed in perfect position for total ease of operation while performing.

The F1 Aura+ now offers a simplified set of user controls called Easy Mode. This mode allows you to quickly get a feel for the tonal possibilities of F1 Aura+ while providing quick access to the most important features you’ll need every day. Simply press the Tone control to step through three custom-blended Aura Image presets as well as audition the unaffected, Gold Plus pickup sound. The one-knob Tone control blends between a natural, undersaddle sound with no EQ (flat) on up to a "scooped" tone with emphasized treble and bass and reduced midrange.


Case sold separately.

Body Body type: 000-14 Fret Cutaway: Non-cutaway Top wood: Sitka Spruce Back & sides: Genuine Mahogany Bracing pattern: Scalloped X Body finish: Gloss Orientation: Right handed Neck Neck shape: Modified Low Oval Standard Taper Nut width: 1.75 in. (44.45 mm) Fingerboard: Ebony Neck wood: Select Hardwood Scale length: 24.9 in. Number of frets: 20 Neck finish: Satin Electronics Pickup/preamp: Yes Brand: Fishman Configuration: Behind-the-saddle piezo Preamp EQ: 3-band Feedback filter: Phase Tuner: Yes Other Headstock overlay: East Indian Rosewood Tuning machines: Nickel Open Gear Bridge: Ebony Saddle & nut: Compensated White Tusq/Bone Number of strings: 6-string Special features: Pickup System Case: Hardshell case Accessories: None

If you like modernized classics, this Retro Series model is sure to please. Order today!

Custom Guitar's Friend Gold Coverage

Gold Coverage goes above and beyond the manufacturer's warranty to protect your gear from unexpected breakdowns, accidental damage from handling and failures. This plan covers your product for one, two, three or up to five years from your date of purchase, costs just pennies per day and gives you a complete "no-worry" solution for protecting your investment.

Gold Coverage Includes:

Unexpected and unintentional spills, drops and cracks Normal wear and tear Power surges Dust, internal heat and humidity

Other plan features include:

For products over $200, No Lemon Policy applies. If it fails for the same defect 3 times, it is replaced on the 4th breakdown. (Does not apply to failures due to drops, spills, and cracks) For products under $200 experiencing the above failures, a Custom Guitar's Friend gift card will be issued for the full price of the product + tax. Shipping fees covered if required for repair or replacement Plans are transferable in the event merchandise is sold Plans are renewable on new gear

*Limitations and exclusions apply. See terms and conditions for program details

Term for New Gear begins on date of purchase but does not replace the store return policy or manufacturer coverage.