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Martin HD28 Acoustic Guitar with Case
The Martin HD-28 is the herringbone version of the D-28.
Vintage features include herringbone top trim, a traditional zig-zag backstrip, and Martin’s famous scalloped X-bracing. Its fingerboard is ebony, the body top is solid spruce and the body features solid rosewood, just like the D28.
Other features of the HD28 include a gloss finish, black & white rosette, white binding and a hardshell case is included in the price.
Martin Standard Series
Martin launched this much imitated Standard Series line nearly a century ago and set the standard for all modern acoustic guitars—starting with the Dreadnought, a shape that Martin first built in 1916 to provide a bigger, richer guitar sound at a time when there was no amplification, for the accompaniment of singers in larger settings, including auditoriums.
These instruments constitute the historic core of the Martin line and represent the majority of sizes and styles that have evolved during this century. The Standard Series models are known for resonant warmth of tone with tastefully restrained styling. For the most part, Martin is credited with inventing these styles and shapes, and guitar makers in general have moved to adopt Martin’s size designations as the standard for the industry.
Standard features for the Standard Series generally include solid wood top, back, and sides, polished gloss finish, and a hand-fit dovetail neck attachment.
About Martin Guitars
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 in evidence today at Martin's expanded facility in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
Martin HD28 Acoustic Guitar Specifications
Body
- Body Style: 14-Fret Dreadnought
- Series: Standard Series
- Top Wood: Solid Spruce
- Rosette: Black And White
- Bracing: Scalloped 5/16 inch
- Back & Side Material: Solid Rosewood
- Back Construction: 2 Piece
- Back Inlay: Strip Zig Zag
Fingerboard & Bridge
- Material: Ebony
- Binding: White
- Width at Nut: 1 11/16 inch
- Scale Length: 25.4 inch
- Frets Clear: 14
- Frets Total: 20
Other
- Body Finish: Gloss
- Pickguard: Tortoise Color
- Case: Included
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 13 people rated this item  | JET from MI, USA | | Overall Ranking: | | Price:
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|      | | Subject: | Simply Delicious!!!! | | Quality:
| Tremendous quality, I am proud of it. I know it will only get better with age. | | Sound:
| This is where we separate the men from the boys. A total tone monster! Loud! Clear highs, mids and bass. Tone that is second to none! It reminds me of a grand piano. I was not overly impressed with some years in the older models but these new Martins are just fabulous and we all know nothing sounds like a Martin. I have a couple Guilds, a Gibson j-45, etc. and while I love them for what they are, the Martin is in a class all by itself. | | Reliability:
| It looks extremely well made. Martin really has high quality craftsmanship and I expect this to be a lifetime guitar.
It shows me they care about their guitars and the customers who play them. | | Overall:
| Martin Does it again! This is a truly amazing guitar. Right out of the box it felt like an old friend coming home. The rosewood on it is exceptional. If I did not know it were Indian I might mistake it for brazilian. It has BEAUTIFUL grain. | | Playability and Feel:
| Amazing playability and feel all the way up the neck | | Tone:
| The tone is incredibly balanced in this particular guitar. Though pretty cosistent in tone, some Martins are too bassy and jangly. This one is superb. Thanks AMS!! You guys are great and I could not be happier. | | Finish:
| No drips, bubbles, runs, orange peel or any undesirable spots.
High quality once again. This is why Martin is so loved by so many players | | Action:
| I seriously think the action is great right where it is. While that may change with time I will wait a while for it to settle in. I love the way it plays, the shape of the neck and the matte finish on the back of the neck. | | Skill Level:
| Semi-Pro | | Do you own this product?:
| Yes | | Date submitted:
| 9-15-2009 | |
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|      | | Subject: | The Hype Is All True! The HD-28 Is AWESOME | | Quality:
| Well built and nicely appointed model, as one would expect from Martin. | | Reliability:
| I just got it today, but it's a Martin, isn't it? They hold up well if you care for them properly. (I have a 1974 D12-18 still going strong!) | | Overall:
| I never actually believed I would own an HD-28 but the lure of American Musical's ridiculously low "dent-n-scratch" price twisted my arm into buying it, and I am so pleased with my purchase! | | Playability and Feel:
| Low Profile neck feels and plays great. The modified V on the vintage series is a bit easier (I also have a 00-18V) but no complaints here. | | Tone:
| As others have reviewed exhaustively, perfect balanced, even tone. Great sustain, clear trebles, solid bass but not booming like the D-35. | | Finish:
| Although this was sold as "dent-n-scratch" it was in nearly perfect condition. Just a tiny ding on the side on the lower bout. Also a few slight finish swirls on the top and back, but I'll bet these come off when I eventually apply some Martin polish. I must say I was skeptical when I saw how low this was being sold for as a dent-n-scratch -- over $300 less for d&s on the "big box" sites for the same model. All I can say is you can buy a dent-n-scratch from American Musical with confidence! | | Action:
| Martin factory action is fast. Plays great! A little buzz on the lower E when laying on it REALLY hard. Could be the strings have been on for a while. Planning to re-string with Martin MSP4100's, the next gauge down. | | Skill Level:
| Intermediate | | Do you own this product?:
| Yes | | Date submitted:
| 11/26/08 |
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