
Iconic Tone Meets Refined Craftsmanship
The Martin HD‑28 is one of the most revered acoustic guitars in the world — a benchmark for dreadnought tone and performance. Handcrafted with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, this model offers rich harmonic complexity, powerful projection, and balanced voice that works beautifully for fingerstyle, strumming, and recording alike.
Part of Martin’s refreshed Standard Series, the HD‑28 blends timeless styling with modern playability — featuring scalloped X‑bracing for enhanced resonance, a Golden Era Modified Low Oval neck for comfort, and premium appointments that define classic Martin quality.
D‑14 Fret Dreadnought Body — Classic Martin shape delivering powerful projection and clarity.
Solid Sitka Spruce Top — Crisp articulation with broad dynamic range.
Solid East Indian Rosewood Back & Sides — Warm, rich tone with deep lows and sparkling highs.
GE Scalloped Forward‑Shifted X‑Bracing — Optimizes resonance, tone complexity, and sustain.
Golden Era Modified Low Oval Neck — Comfortable feel and smooth playability.
Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge — Durable, smooth playing surface with great sustain.
Bold Herringbone Inlay & Antique White Binding — Classic vintage styling.
Includes Molded Hardshell Case — Protection and portability for gigs and travel.
The Martin HD‑28 delivers a bold, articulate voice with a powerful low end, defined midrange, and shimmering highs — a tonal profile that’s expressive across playing styles. Its solid rosewood body adds warmth and complexity, while the scalloped bracing helps the top resonate freely for increased projection and dynamic response.
This guitar excels in both solo and ensemble settings, cutting through mixes with clarity and presence. Whether you’re strumming full‑chord rhythms or picking intricate passages, the HD‑28’s voice is rich, balanced, and inspiring.
Professional acoustic players and session musicians
Singer‑songwriters and composers
Flatpicking, strumming, and fingerstyle players
Studio and recording work
Anyone seeking classic Martin dreadnought tone and projection
