Serial Number 2972095
This one-of-a-kind instrument was designed to honor six decades of music, craftsmanship, and community. Inspired by the legendary D-18, the Custom “D” Dreadnought delivers the power, balance, and clarity players expect, while elevating every detail with collector-grade appointments. Built to inspire players and to be valued by collectors, it reflects timeless tradition with a character and sound that are uniquely its own. This guitar is part of Bill’s Music history— and now, you can be too.
Instrument: Custom “D” Dreadnought Body, 14 Fret
Inspired by: D-18 Style
Orientation: Right Handed
Neck Joint: Dove Tail
Top Material: High Altitude Swiss Spruce
Back & Side Material: Mahogany w/ Magothy Sunset Finish-Inspired by the Magothy River near the Chesapeake Bay, where Bill once lived, this subtle cherry finish glows like a coastal sunset, capturing the warmth, radiance, and timeless beauty of his beloved home waters.
Binding Material: Highly Flamed Koa
Rosette Style: Old Style 18 Boltaron
Bridge Style: Modern Belly
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Profile: Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Tuning Machines: Waverly Gold 4060-G W16 w/ BB Btn
Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony
Fingerboard Inlay: 60th Anniversary Diamond Squares, Short
Finish Package: Gloss Body with Satin Neck
Top Color: Aging Toner
Electronics: Lr Baggs - Anthem w/ Battery Box - Booklet Included
Bridge Pins: Martin Luxe Liquidmetal Black Gloss/Red Dot
EXTRAS
Case: 545 Geib Style Deluxe Case. 5-Ply Wood with Plush Red Interior
Case Key: Yes
Custom Label: C.F. Martin & Co. & Bill’s Music 60th Anniversary
Strap: Martin Eco-Denim Guitar Strap w/ Bill’s Music 60th Anniversary Logo
Hand Crafted by the Custom Shop for: Bill’s Music House, Inc.
Custom Shop Credentials Book: Yes
Certificate of Authenticity: Yes
