Sound Pure's Take
Condition: Used, Very Good
A classic Martin for player and collector alike! That big, rolling bass presence is front and center, complimented by nicely scooped mids and a mellow treble register. The shallow neck profile and 1 11/16" nut fits very comfortably in the left hand. We like it with medium guage strings and the "in between" setup our luthier performed (not quite as-low-as-it-can-go, not quite bluegrasser-high), but we're happy to arrange for an adjustment according to the standards you've become accustomed to. It just doesn't get much better for the flatpicker! That combination of classic sound and looks is more than enough inspiration to pull this beauty of the case everyday for regular practice. And with that Fishman Matrix pickup system, you're one step closer to taking the stage!
From Martin and Co.
One of our best-selling models, the HD-28 includes many of the options guitar players and collectors prize in historic Martins. A Sitka spruce top with East Indian rosewood back and sides, all wrapped together in Martin’s classic herringbone inlay. Perfect for the intermediate and advanced player.
- Serial Number: 1219137
- Year Made: 2006/7
Model: HD-28
Construction: Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top:Solid Sitka Spruce
Rosette: Style 28
Top Bracing Pattern: Standard ''X'' Scalloped
Top Braces: Solid Sitka Spruce 5/16''
Back Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Back Purfling: HD Zig-Zag
Side Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Endpiece: White Boltaron
Endpiece Inlay: Black/White Boltaron
Binding: White Boltaron
Top Inlay Style: Bold Herringbone
Side Inlay: none
Back Inlay: Black/White Boltaron
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Low Profile
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock: Solid/Diamond/Square Taper
Headplate: Solid East Indian Rosewood /Raised Gold Foil
Heelcap: White Boltaron
Fingerboard Material: Solid Black Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4''
Number of Frets Clear: 14
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-11/16''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2-1/8''
Fingerboard Position Inlays: Style 28
Fingerboard Binding: none
Finish Back & Sides: Polished Gloss
Finish Top: Polished Gloss
Finish Neck: Satin
Bridge Material: Solid Black Ebony
Bridge Style: Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2-1/8''
Saddle: 16'' Radius/Compensated/Bone
Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed w/ Large Buttons
Recommended Strings: Martin SP Lifespan Phosphor Bronze Medium Gauge (MSP7200)
Bridge & End Pins: White w/ Black Dots
Pickguard: Tortoise Color
Case: Original Hardshell
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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