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- Monitors and Headphones
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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
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Key Features
z3`21 Exquisite design. Combining historic tone and modern features, the Martin D18 Modern Deluxe, VTS Top guitar represents the pinnacle of Martin's craftsmanship. Traditional guitar building techniques have been combined with cutting edge technology in order to recreate the iconic dreadnought sound that Martin are known for. A titanium truss rod and carbon fibre composite bridge plate provide ultimate strength while keeping the guitar light and providing excellent tonal response.
Martin's Vintage Tone System (VTS), is used to artificially age the top and bracing of this guitar, meaning it sounds like a worn-in, vintage instrument right out of the box. The Modern Deluxe D18 also features an all new asymmetrical neck carve which provides exceptional playability and maximum comfort. Unbeatable quality that you simply have to experience to believe.
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New guitars can often lack character. They miss that unique, open sound that can only come from wood aged over many years. Engineers at Martin wanted to find a way of recreating this elusive tone in their new instruments. After years of research, they developed the Vintage Tone System.
A method of artificially aging wood, it recreates the warm, rich sound of vintage instruments. Torrefying the wood removes the moisture, giving a more stable structure that closely matches the sound of older pieces of wood. But Martin didn't stop there. Using historic guitars as references, Martin's research and development team tweaked the torrefaction process in order to precisely recreate the tone you associate with these classic instruments. The end result is a brand new guitar that sounds like it's been around for generations.
Hand-crafted from high-quality tonewoods, the Martin D18 Modern Deluxe delivers a classic dreadnought sound that is instantly recognisable. The solid spruce VTS top delivers a well-rounded tone that sounds beautifully aged. The VTS treatment doesn't stop at the top. The Adirondack spruce bracing has also undergone the process. Not only does this provide exquisite vintage tones - the forward-shifted, scalloped X-brace provides more bottom end and headroom, fattening up your sound. So it's perfect for powerful chords when you really dig in to the strings.
A dovetail neck joint gives this guitar the rich, full-bodied sound of a historic Martin. Combined with genuine solid mahogany back and sides, and East Indian rosewood binding, you get a warm, punchy tone that's suitable for almost any style.
Combine classic tone with modern playability. A new neck shape used on the D18 Modern Deluxe provides a comfortable playing experience that anyone can enjoy. When making the Modern Deluxe series, Martin looked back at some of their legendary models from the past. They loved the slightly asymmetrical neck carve on a 1930s OM45, so used this shape for the neck on the Modern Deluxe guitars.
The asymmetrical design is thinner at the bottom of the neck, whilst keeping some thickness at the nut. This lets your hand rest naturally when playing open chords and allows for easier playing further down the neck. Combined with a smooth satin finish and hard ebony fingerboard, you can easily glide to any fret. So achieving your maximum playing performance is made simple.
The stunning sound of the past - made even better for the present day. Martin have combined the historic tone of their vintage models with a stack of modern enhancements that improve performance. A carbon fibre composite bridge plate combines the warm tone of Adirondack spruce with the strength and rigidity of carbon fibre. This helps provide extra volume and sustain with added brightness.
A super-responsive two-way titanium truss rod is over 64% lighter than a traditional steel one. This vastly reduces the guitar's weight - allowing you to play for longer on stage without suffering back pain. There are also the custom Liquidmetal bridge pins. These titanium alloy pins provide a huge boost in volume and increased sustain. Martin's testing revealed a 3-5db increase compared to regular pins, whilst keeping the natural tonal response you would expect from this exquisitely crafted guitar.
Vintage design with modern functionality. One of the first things you will notice about the D18 Modern Deluxe is the beautiful 1930's style pearl inlayed headstock logo, complemented by pearl side dots. These exquisite design choices show the attention to detail that has gone in to making this stunning guitar. Gold open gear tuners not only look great, but they also offer excellent tuning stability. EVO gold frets perfectly match the tuners. These frets are harder than their nickel counterparts. They offer the feel of traditional frets with enhanced durability. So the Martin D18 doesn't just look good - it's built to last too.
Maximum security. When the time comes to hit the road, you want to have peace of mind that your guitar is safe and secure. The Martin D18 Modern Deluxe comes with a hardshell case at no extra cost - perfect for keeping your guitar free from scratches or dents during transit. A must have for gigging musicians, this will help keep your guitar in pristine condition.
