Martin Guitars Limited Edition 000-18 1955 CFM IV 70th Acoustic Guitar with Hardshell Case

To mark Chris Martin IV's 70th birthday, Martin is proud to introduce the 000-18 1955 CFM IV 70th-inspired by an original 1955 000-18 recently acquired at auction. That guitar, serial number 145102, was part of Heritage Auctions' Guitar Shop Collection and bears the marks of a life well played. 1955 wasn't just a milestone year for the Martin family-it was the dawn of the folk boom, a movement that would forever shape the sound of American music and launch the company into its next great chapter.

This all-new limited edition model captures the essence of that mid-century Martin with the unmistakable tone and feel of a true classic. The gloss 000 body, crafted with mahogany back and sides, delivers a warm, punchy midrange and bright treble response. The top is made from reclaimed spruce sourced from land- and water-salvaged old-growth trees from Alaska, including wind-felled trees, dismantled log bridges, and massive logs once used in barge ramps and log floats that supported historic logging operations. This marks the f irst time Martin has used this unique, sustainably sourced spruce.

Printed to replicate the worn look of the original 1955 model, it produces a clear, even tone and adds a rich layer of history to the voice of the instrument. Paired with non-scalloped Sitka spruce X-bracing, it offers a precise, focused sound that sings with clarity and control. The FSC®-certified rosewood fingerboard features mother-of-pearl 1955 Style 18 dots, while the satin select hardwood neck with a Golden Era (GE) Modified Low Oval profile provides smooth, comfortable playability. Vintage-style Kluson® Waffleback® nickel tuners complete the look, blending vintage style with reliable precision.

Limited to 70 guitars, each includes an embossed paper label hand-signed by Chris Martin IV. Released alongside the D-18 1955 CFM IV 70th, it's a fitting tribute to Chris' dedication to quality, tradition, and innovation.

Specifications

- Body Size: 000-14 Fret
- Top Material: Reclaimed Spruce
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped
- Back Material: Mahogany
- Side Material: Mahogany
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: GE Modified Low Oval
- Fingerboard Material: FSC Certified Rosewood
- Scale Length: 24.9"
- Number of Frets Total: 20
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 11/16"
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: 1955 Style 18 Dots
- Back and Side Finish: Gloss
- Finish Top: Gloss
- Top Color: Aged
- Finish Neck: Satin
- Bridge Material: FSC Certified Rosewood
- Saddle: Bone
- Tuning Machines: Kluson® Nickel Vintage Waffleback®
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Case: Hardshell