acoustic · signature
Molly Tuttle D-18 / D-X2E
| Maker | C.F. Martin & Co. |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Type | acoustic · signature |
| Introduced | 2026 |
| Price | USD 999.99 (2026-09) |
| Maker founded | 1833 |
| Status | current |
Two Martin guitars connected to Molly Tuttle: her signature D-18 and a D-X2E model, both built around a 1940s-style neck profile.
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Why it matters
Martin's X Series is built to a lower price point than the Standard Series, while the D-18 is an all-solid instrument from the core line. Both Molly Tuttle models use a similar era-derived neck profile, which is the main link between the signatures. The D-X2E is the version most players can still buy new.
Note
Signature models for the bluegrass virtuoso.
Specifications
- Scale length: 645 mm (25.4 in)
- Neck shape: Authentic 1941 (D-18) / "1941" (D-X2E)
Before you buy
- the two guitars sit in different price and construction classes
- signature runs can sell out and then trade above list
- D-18 examples vary in top colour and grain, which affects resale
Other opinions
One video is one opinion. These are the other videos for this entry, most-viewed first. The order is the view count, not a ranking of ours.
Alamo Music Center · 2026-01 · 8,993 views
“Molly Tuttle is one of the most renowned bluegrass musicians currently working today.”
Both Molly Tuttle signature models played side by side.
The Acoustic Shoppe · 2026-01 · 4,266 views
“Molly Tuttle's legendary 1943 D-18 has finally been reimagined by the team in Nazareth!”
Flatpicking demo of the Molly Tuttle D-18 and D-X2E.