Martin D-28 Standard Series Acoustic Guitar - Natural with Aging Toner | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
If there's a single dreadnought by which all others are judged, it's the Martin D-28. Since its introduction in 1931, the D-28 has spent nearly a century defining the sound of the steel-string acoustic guitar across rock, country, bluegrass, and pop — and Martin's refreshed 2025 Standard Series brings it closer to its legendary prewar roots than ever. With vintage-spec bracing, premium tonewoods, and a fast, comfortable neck profile, this is the dreadnought experience that players have chased for generations.
Product Overview
The D-28's solid Sitka spruce top, finished in a warm Aging Toner gloss, is supported by GE-scalloped, forward-shifted X-bracing borrowed from Martin's golden era. This bracing pattern maximizes the top's responsiveness and projection, delivering the kind of lively, touch-sensitive feel that rewards both light fingerpicking and aggressive flatpicking. Style 28 multi-stripe top inlay and a faux tortoise pickguard nod to the guitar's storied heritage, while antique white binding keeps the aesthetic clean and classic.
The solid East Indian rosewood back and sides contribute the D-28's signature tonal character — complex overtones, shimmering highs, and a booming low end that fills a room without effort. The gloss finish on the back and sides brings out the natural beauty of the rosewood grain, while the Style 28 back purfling with black stripe and multi-stripe back inlay add a refined finishing touch. A dovetail neck joint ensures a solid, resonant connection between neck and body.
The select hardwood neck is carved into Martin's GE Modified Low Oval profile with a High-Performance Taper and 25.4" scale length, making it equally comfortable for strummers, fingerpickers, and high-speed flatpickers. A thinner beveled ebony fingerboard with Style 28 mother-of-pearl inlays and a 16" radius feels fast and smooth, while the vintage-style heel and angled bone nut round out a package that plays as well as it sounds. Nickel open-gear tuners with butterbean knobs complete the old-school aesthetic with reliable, pitch-stable performance.
Ideal For
- Bluegrass and country flatpickers who demand a powerful, projective dreadnought with vintage-inspired tone
- Singer-songwriters and strummers seeking a full, room-filling acoustic sound with a fast, comfortable neck
- Intermediate to advanced players ready to invest in one of the most historically significant acoustic guitars ever made
- Studio musicians looking for the definitive steel-string dreadnought tone on record
- Collectors and enthusiasts who want a guitar that honors Martin's prewar legacy with modern playability refinements
Key Features
GE-Scalloped, Forward-Shifted X-Bracing The solid spruce top's GE-scalloped, forward-shifted X-bracing returns the D-28 to its most celebrated vintage spec, unlocking a livelier, more resonant response with greater unplugged punch and projection. Every dynamic nuance in your playing comes through clearly, whether you're barely touching the strings or driving hard.
Solid East Indian Rosewood Back and Sides Solid East Indian rosewood delivers the D-28's signature tonal identity — powerful low end, clarity-packed highs, and rich, complex overtones that develop and open up as the guitar ages. The gloss finish highlights the grain's natural depth and beauty.
GE Modified Low Oval Neck with High-Performance Taper The select hardwood neck's GE Modified Low Oval profile and High-Performance Taper strike an ideal balance between speed and comfort. At 1 3/4" at the nut and 2 1/8" at the 12th fret, it accommodates a wide range of playing styles without feeling either cramped or unwieldy.
Beveled Ebony Fingerboard and Bridge The thinner ebony fingerboard features comfortably beveled edges, Style 28 mother-of-pearl inlays, and a 16" radius for a modern, fast feel. The ebony GE Modern Belly bridge with compensated bone saddle and bone bridge pins ensures excellent intonation and sustain across all 20 frets.
Classic Style 28 Appointments Crisp antique white binding, a Style 28 multi-stripe rosette, faux tortoise pickguard and bridge pin dots, and a Script Old Style headplate overlay give the D-28 its timeless, understated elegance. Nickel open-gear tuners with butterbean knobs add a touch of vintage charm while delivering reliable tuning stability.
What's Included
- Martin D-28 Standard Series acoustic guitar
- Martin molded hardshell case
- Free standard shipping
- Manufacturer's warranty
- Martin recommends Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Phosphor Bronze Medium strings
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Serial Number | 3048927 |
| Body Size | D-14 Fret Dreadnought |
| Construction | Dovetail Neck Joint |
| Top Material | Solid Sitka Spruce |
| Top Finish | Gloss — Aging Toner |
| Back & Sides | Solid East Indian Rosewood (Gloss) |
| Bracing | Forward-Shifted X-Brace, GE-Scalloped, 5/16" Spruce |
| Binding | Antique White |
| Back Purfling | Style 28 with Black Stripe |
| Rosette | Style 28 Multi-Stripe |
| Neck | Select Hardwood — GE Modified Low Oval, High-Performance Taper |
| Neck Finish | Satin — Dark Mahogany |
| Scale Length | 25.4" |
| Fingerboard | Ebony (Beveled Edges) |
| Fingerboard Width at Nut | 1 3/4" |
| Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret | 2 1/8" |
| Number of Frets | 20 |
| Neck Joins Body At | 14th Fret |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Style 28 — Mother of Pearl |
| Side Dots | White |
| Bridge | Ebony — GE Modern Belly, Drop-In Saddle |
| Bridge Spacing | 2 5/32" |
| Bridge Pins | Bone with Faux Tortoise Dots |
| Saddle | Compensated Bone, 16" Radius |
| Nut | Bone |
| Tuning Machines | Nickel Open Gear with Butterbean Knobs |
| Headstock | Solid, Square Taper with Diamond; East Indian Rosewood Headplate |
| Headplate Logo | Script Old Style Overlay |
| Pickguard | Faux Tortoise |
| Strings | Martin MA550T Medium (.013–.056) |
| Case | Molded Hardshell (included) |
| Electronics | None |
Get Your Hands on This Martin D-28 Today
Stop by No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the Martin D-28 Standard Series for yourself — no description does justice to the way this guitar sounds and feels under your hands. Our team is happy to walk you through the details, answer any questions, or help you find the right setup for your playing style. Contact us today or visit our website to check availability and make this piece of acoustic guitar history yours.
