agent
Jordan Guitars
37 Clarence StreetLeicesterLE1 3RWUnited Kingdom
visit agent websiteMore Music from this agent
USD$39,360

Description

Appointment Level: StandardAdhesive: Vintage Hide GlueTop Material: Adirondack Spruce - VTSBracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce with VTSBack and Side Material: Brazilian RosewoodBinding Material: Grained IvoroidRosette Style: Style 28 Black Maple FiberBridge Style: Authentic Style Belly SlottedNeck Material: Select HardwoodNeck Profile: D28 Custom 1937 Barrel & HeelNeck Taper: Standard TaperTuning Machines: Waverly Relic Nickel 4076 w/ Vintage BB BtnFingerboard Material: Black EbonyFingerboard Inlay: 1937 Diamonds and Squares LongFinish Type: Vintage Gloss Finish (AuthenticLow Gloss)Finish Package: Gloss Body w/ Gloss NeckTop Color: Vintage TonerElectronics: NoneFrets Clear: 14 Frets Clear of BodyBody Shape: ''D'' Dreadnought BodyInspired by: HD28VAppointment Level: StandardBase Model Note:Adhesive: Vintage Hide GlueOrientation: Right HandedString Number: 6 StringVenetian Cutaway: NoElectronics: NoneBody Depth: StandardScale Length: 25.4"Compensated Scale Length: 25.470"Neck Joint: DovetailTruss Rod: T Bar 14 FretTop Material: Adirondack Spruce - VTSTop Material Upgrade: PremiumFinal Top Grade: Grade 6Top Thickness: StandardBracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce with VTSBracing Pattern, Top: X Brace - Forward ShiftedBracing Pattern Number, Top: 3-A DOMLEBracing Shape, Top: ScallopedBracing Style, Top: Golden EraBracing Size, Top: 5/16''Top Note: ***Select Top with tightest most uniform grain available*******Tuck braces and bridge plate - Authentic Style Bracing****Binding Material: Grained IvoroidBACK AND SIDEFront Block: BL,Mahogany,Front,D,14,SQRear Block: BL,Mahogany,Rear,DBack Piece Qty: 2 PieceBack and Sides Material: Brazilian RosewoodBack and Sides Material Upgrade: StandardBack and Sides Final Grade: 2Back and Sides Note:Wedge Material: NoneWedge Material Upgrade: n/aWedge Final Grade: n/aBack Purfling: 1920/1930 Authentic Zig ZagBracing Material, Back and Sides: Adirondack Spruce with VTSBracing Pattern: D14 FretCenter Strip: Adirondack Spruce VTSCenter Strip Stamp Location: Between 2nd & 3rd BraceCaution Stamp: NoneRibbons: Spanish CedarSide Strips: Cloth StripsEndpiece Material: Grained IvoroidNeck Material: Select HardwoodNeck Center Piece Material: n/aNeck Profile: D18 Custom 1937 Barrel & HeelNeck Taper: Standard TaperHeelcap Material: Grained IvoroidHeadstock: SolidDiamond Volute: StandardHeadstock Taper: SquareCorners: StandardHeadplate Material: Brazilian RosewoodHeadplate Material Grade: PremiumHeadplate Thickness: StandardHeadplate Decal: Golden EraHeadplate Binding: NoHeadplate Inlay: NoneHeadplate Inlay Pearl Species: N/AStamp: NoneNeck Material, Shape, Headstock Note: ***Match HP to back and sides good as possible based on materialavailability***Fingerboard Material: Black EbonyFingerboard Material Grade: 3Fingerboard Stain: NoFingerboard Oil: YesFingerboard Radius: 16''Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4"String Spacing: 2 1/4''Fingerboard Length: 17.989''Fingerboard Thickness: Authentic ThicknessFret Wire: StandardFret Slot: 0.023 PocketedTotal Frets: 20 TotalFingerboard Binding: NoFingerboard Inlay: 1937 Diamonds and Squares LongFingerboard Inlay Pearl Species: Select AbaloneSide Dots: IvoroidSide Dot Postion: One at 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 12th, 15th & 17th FretsNut Material: BoneNut Positioning: AngledFinish Type: Vintage Gloss Finish (Authentic Low Gloss)Stage 1 Aged Finish: YesFinish Package: Gloss Body w/ Gloss NeckFinish Taping Notes: Tape for vintage toner. Do not tape for aging toner.Top Color: Vintage TonerBody Filler: RosewoodNeck Filler: RosewoodNeck Stain: MahoganyBridge Material: Black EbonyBridge Style: Authentic Style Belly SlottedSaddle Style: Glue in Long SaddleSaddle Material: Long BoneBridge Pins: Faux Ivoroid w/ Faux Tortoise Dot - No SlotBridge End Pins: Faux Ivoroid W/ Faux Tortoise Dot - No SlotTuning Machines: Waverly Relic Nickel 4076 w/ Vintage BB BtnTuning Machine Drilling: Authentic R StepStrings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0Strings Guage: MediumCase: Authentic

About D-28

The Martin D-28 stands as a legendary symbol in the realm of acoustic guitars, celebrated for its unparalleled craftsmanship and unmistakable tone. This model represents a pinnacle in Martin Guitar's esteemed lineup, embodying a legacy of over a century of instrument-making expertise. At its core, the D-28 boasts a classic dreadnought body shape, which contributes to its robust projection and resonant sound profile. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the D-28 features a solid Sitka spruce top, renowned for its responsiveness and clarity, allowing every note to ring with clarity and precision. Complementing the top are solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, renowned for their warmth, depth, and nuanced tonal characteristics. This combination creates a sonic landscape that is both powerful and balanced, making the D-28 equally adept at accommodating intricate fingerstyle passages and vigorous strumming patterns. Beyond its acoustic prowess, the D-28 is revered for its exceptional playability and enduring design. Its comfortable neck profile and smooth fretwork provide players with a seamless playing experience, whether in the studio, on stage, or during late-night jam sessions. The guitar's timeless aesthetic, characterized by elegant appointments and meticulous detailing, further underscores its status as a true icon in the world of acoustic instruments. Since its introduction, the Martin D-28 has remained a steadfast companion to generations of musicians across genres and styles. From folk legends to contemporary virtuosos, its versatile sound and unwavering reliability have made it a staple in recording studios, concert halls, and living rooms worldwide. With each strum, the D-28 continues to inspire creativity, evoke emotion, and stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of Martin Guitar craftsmanship.