I purchased this Martin D-18 Guitar with Case. It is absolutely perfect in looks and tone. Definitely the best bang for the buck in a new guitar.

Late to the field in light of the touch. Superior sound. Excellent play-ability. I bought the Martin D-18 Guitar with Case, and found it was a great option.

Well made, well set up, plays extremely well. I highly recommend Martin D-18 Guitar with Case . I have been waiting a long time to buy this guitar and this is the one I should have started with.

I like the Martin D-18 Guitar with Case for it's simplicity, its timeless classic design, and because it's the model I see Bluegrass players using most often. Mine is as plain looking as they come, though the top grain is nothing to scoff at. The back and sides are far milder than my Gibson Hummingbird. It sounds and plays incredible. It's loud, clear and punchy, not too much bass or treble with plenty of mid-range .

As for tone, that's very subjective.   I've owned this guitar for several months now and the tone is only getting better. I feel the recent redesign Martin D-18 Guitar with Case was an excellent move on Martin's part.