Ditson Dreadnaught “DD”
This may be an unfamiliar body shape to many players but, this model was designed from one of the original steel-string Martin models. The “Ditson” company was one of the many names early Martin guitars were sold under before they had established themselves as independent brand. Offering the vintage 12-fret positioning, changes the breath and headroom of this model compared to all the other dread models we offer. With a smoother-airy sound, this makes a great-guitar for players searching for a less “in-your face” tone that is associated with the TD or OM guitars. Leads have just as much presence but with a sweeter/slower response and chordal arrangements come with clear distinctive tone. Also great for those looking for a guitar well associated with drop tunings, we recommend the 25.5 if custom ordering for this use.
Back/Side Woods
- Khaya Mahogany
- Striped Sapele
- Honduran Mahogany (Figured available upon request)
- East Indian Rosewood
- Flamed Maple (Domestic or European)
- Padauk
- Grenadillo
- Wenge
- Any Exotic Rosewoods are also recommended
Neck Woods
- Honduran Mahogany
- Flamed Maple
- Scale Length: 25”-25.2”-25.5”
- Nut Width: 1 ¾” or 1 27/32”
- Bridge Pin Width: 2 3/16” or 2 5/16”
- Body Length: 20 1/8”
- Body Depth: 4 ¾”
- Lower Bout: 15 7/16”
- Waist Width: 10 7/16”
- Upper Bout: 11 7/16”
- Total Length: 39 ½”
Soundboard Wood:
- Sitka Spruce
- Lutz Spruce
- European Spruce
- Engelmann Spruce
- Red Spruce
- Torrified Red or Sitka Spruce
- Western Red Cedar
Acoustic Custom Options
Back/Side Woods
- Khaya Mahogany
- Striped Sapele
- Honduran Mahogany (Figured available upon request)
- East Indian Rosewood
- Flamed Maple (Domestic or European)
- Padauk
- Grenadillo
- Wenge
- Any Exotic Rosewoods are also recommended
Neck Woods
- Honduran Mahogany
- Flamed Maple