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A Fantastically Rare Find, a One-of-Fifty Brazilian Rosewood D-28 signed by Chris Martin!
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Condition: Used, Excellent
SP Luthier Notes: Neck Reset, Fretwork
This limited edition D-28 is crafted from pre-CITES Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, an Adirondack spruce top and forward-shifted scalloped bracing, a combination known to produce a loud and full dynamic range of tone. The D-28 Brazilian model features herringbone top trim and aging toner for that vintage look right out of the case. It is constructed using hide glue, a method that is traditionally found only on our Authentic Series instruments. A low profile neck and Martin strings provide superior comfort and playability, coupled with vintage appointments like antique white binding and Waverly nickel tuners. The D-28 Brazilian model features an interior label signed by Chris Martin, and a laser engraved Custom Shop Logo with model designation on the front block. A rare and collectable gem of an instrument, the D-28 Brazilian is limited to just 50 instruments
For well over a century and a half, The Martin Guitar Company has been continuously producing acoustic instruments that are acknowledged to be the finest in the world. The Martin Guitar Company has, through the years, managed to survive with each succeeding generation from C. F. Martin, Sr.?s Stauffer influenced creations of the 1830s to recent developments introduced by C. F. Martin IV. Continuous operation under family management is a feat bordering on the remarkable, reflecting six generations of dedication to the guitarmaker?s craft. In or out of the music industry, C. F. Martin has few rivals for sheer staying power. Throughout its colorful history, the company has adapted successfully to continual changes in product design, distribution systems, and manufacturing methods. In spite of the many changes, C. F. Martin has never veered away from its initial commitment to quality. The concern for producing the finest instruments possible in 1833 is especially evident today at Martin?s expanded facility in Nazareth, Pennsylvania. The story behind one of America?s most famous guitars began on January 31, 1796, in Markneukirchen, Germany, with the birth of Christian Frederick Martin, Sr. Born into a long line of cabinet makers, Christian Frederick took up the family craft at the early age of 15, when he left his hometown and traveled to Vienna to apprentice with Johann Stauffer, a renowned guitar maker.
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint/Hide Glue
Body Size: Dreadnought 14 Fret
Top Material: Adirondack Spruce/Premium
Rosette: Multi-Stripe
Top Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X Brace
Top Braces: Sitka Spruce 5/16” Scalloped
Bridge Style: Modern Belly – Drop in Saddle
Back Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Back Purfling: Zig-Zag with Black Stripe
Side Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Binding: Antique White
Top Inlay: Fine Herringbone
Side Inlay: N/A
Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
Neck Shape: Low Profile
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Headplate Logo Style: Script Golden Era Overlay
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 1/4”
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Tuning Machines: Waverly Nickel
Strings: SP Phosphor Bronze Light (MSP4200)
Back & Side Finish: Gloss
Finish Top: Gloss
Finish Neck: Gloss
Case: Hardshell