Step into a legacy of tone and craftsmanship with the Martin HD-28, one of the most iconic dreadnoughts ever created. Renowned for its powerful projection and beautifully balanced voice, it delivers deep, authoritative bass, crisp highs, and rich harmonic complexity that define the classic acoustic sound. Built with premium tonewoods and time-honored construction, it responds effortlessly to every playing style, from delicate fingerpicking to aggressive strumming. Vintage-inspired detailing enhances its timeless appeal, while its smooth, comfortable neck ensures a modern playing experience. A true benchmark in acoustic performance, the HD-28 continues the tradition of excellence that defines Martin.
Features
- D-14 Fret body size
- East Indian Rosewood back and sides
- Spruce top with Aging Toner top color
- GE Modified Low Oval neck with High-Performance Taper
- 1 3/4'' fingerboard width at nut
- Molded Hardshell case
Specifications
General
Model: HD-28
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
Scale Length: 25.4"
Number of Frets Total: 20
Body
Top Material: Spruce
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Color: Aging Toner
Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
Top Detail: None
Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
Back and Side Finish: Gloss
Back and Sides Color: Natural
Back Detail: None
Side Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: Zig-Zag with Black Stripe
Back Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Side Inlay Material: None
Bracing Pattern: Forward-Shifted X-Brace
Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Heelcap: Antique White
Endpiece: Antique White
Endpiece Inlay: Multi-Stripe
Binding: Antique White
Rosette: Style 28 Multi-Stripe
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Pickguard Inlay: None
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Bridge Pin Material: Bone
Bridge Pin Dots: Faux Tortoise
Neck
Neck Shape: GE Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Finish Neck: Satin
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Diamonds and Squares Long
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Binding Material: None
Side Dots: White
Hardware
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
Headplate Logo Style: Script Old Style Overlay
Headplate Binding Material: None
Headplate Detail: None
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Knob: Butterbean
Nut Material: Bone