C. F. Martin & Co. proudly announces two new signature instruments created in collaboration with GRAMMY-winning guitarist Molly Tuttle: the D-18 Molly Tuttle and D-X2E Molly Tuttle. Unveiled at The 2026 NAMM Show, the models follow Martin’s recently refreshed Road Series and the launches of the Super D-18, Super HD-28, Martin O’ahu K-42 Hibiscus, and Custom Shop M Paisley Ember Burst.
For Molly, the partnership reflects a lifelong connection to Martin guitars. “I’ve always dreamed of playing Martin guitars ever since I started playing the guitar,” she says. “To see my name on this Martin guitar and to have had a hand in designing it, it was just a huge moment for me.”
D-18 Molly Tuttle
Inspired by Molly’s treasured 1943 D-18, the D-18 Molly Tuttle features a 1 11/16″ nut width, rear-shifted scalloped bracing, a 1940s neck profile, and her signature moon phase fingerboard inlays. “I just love how D-18s sound,” she says. “It has that classic D-18 sound… it’s wonderful to use in the studio because the notes are so clear.”
A vintage sunburst top, silver Martin script logo, and oval tuner buttons complete the personalized aesthetic.
D-X2E Molly Tuttle
The D-X2E Molly Tuttle brings Molly’s preferred feel to the X Series and becomes the first X model to feature a 1940s-style neck shape and 1 11/16″ nut width. “It’s this beautiful kind of V-shaped neck that I find extremely comfortable to play,” she notes. With a sunburst solid spruce top, durable figured mahogany HPL, moon-phase markers, and Martin E1 electronics, it’s designed for players seeking tone, reliability, and accessibility. “You could pick this up and go down and play a gig with it that very day.”
A Collection with Personal Meaning
Molly’s moon-phase inlays appear on both models and carry symbolic weight. “I feel like the moon represents creativity, inspiration, your subconscious,” she says. “Sometimes when I realize it’s a new moon, I think that’s a good time to plant the seeds of new ideas.”
She hopes the new guitars spark that same inspiration in others: “I hope you pick one up. I hope you love playing it. I hope they kind of unlock some new ideas in your playing.”
Availability
The D-18 Molly Tuttle, D-X2E Molly Tuttle, and the Molly Tuttle Signature Strap—a black vegan leather strap embossed in silver foil with her moon-phase motif—will be available online and through authorized Martin dealers following their debut at The 2026 NAMM Show.
For more information, visit martinguitar.com.