Description

The 2024 Martin HD-28 – Spruce & Rosewood is a triumphant masterpiece, a direct descendant of the legendary dreadnought lineage that has defined acoustic music for generations. Martin Guitars has long been the heartbeat of acoustic excellence, and with the HD-28, they have once again cemented their place at the pinnacle of craftsmanship, tone, and tradition. This guitar is not just an instrument—it is an heirloom, a sonic powerhouse, and a storyteller’s companion.

Built with a dovetail neck joint and the iconic D-14 fret body size, the HD-28 is crafted for unparalleled resonance and sustain. The spruce top, adorned with bold herringbone inlay and an elegant multi-stripe rosette, radiates both vintage charm and timeless sophistication. Paired with East Indian rosewood back and sides, this combination produces the rich, full-bodied sound that has made the HD-28 a gold standard for players seeking deep bass, sparkling trebles, and a balanced midrange that cuts through with warmth and clarity. Inside, the forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing—crafted from Sitka spruce—enhances projection and responsiveness, allowing each note to bloom with depth and nuance.

The select hardwood neck, shaped into a modified low oval profile with a high-performance taper, offers effortless playability, while the 25.4” scale length ensures dynamic string tension for powerful strumming and delicate fingerpicking alike. The ebony fingerboard, with its diamonds and squares long pattern inlays in abalone, provides a smooth, luxurious feel under the fingers. Atop the solid headstock with square taper and diamond sits an East Indian rosewood headplate, proudly displaying the script old-style logo, a mark of Martin’s enduring legacy.

Every detail has been meticulously designed for both beauty and function—the nickel open-gear tuning machines with butterbean knobs ensure stable tuning, while the compensated bone saddle and bone nut contribute to pristine intonation and tonal clarity. The modern belly bridge, carved from ebony, enhances sustain and articulation, while the faux tortoise pickguard adds a touch of vintage aesthetic to this already breathtaking instrument.

Finished in a stunning gloss top with aging toner, the HD-28 embodies the spirit of the past while standing ready for the future. Weighing just 4 lbs 11 oz, it is as comfortable to hold as it is inspiring to play. Housed in a molded hardshell case, this guitar is more than just wood and strings—it is a living, breathing extension of the musician’s voice, destined to create music that lasts a lifetime.

Other specifications of the HD-28 include:

Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top Material: Spruce
Rosette: Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
Back Purfling/Strip: Zig-Zag
Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
Endpiece: Antique White
Endpiece Inlay: Multi-Stripe
Binding: Antique White
Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
Back Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Plek: Yes
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
Headplate Logo Style: Script Old Style Overlay
Heelcap: Antique White
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4"
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Diamonds and Squares Long Pattern
Side Dots: White
Back and Side Finish: Gloss
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Color: Aging Toner
Finish Neck: Satin
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Knob: Butterbean
Bridge Pin Material: White Plastic
Bridge Pin Dots: Faux Tortoise
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Case: Molded Hardshell
4 lbs 11 oz