Martin HD-28E Acoustic/Electric Guitar - East Indian Rosewood | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Martin HD-28E acoustic/electric guitar represents the pinnacle of American guitar craftsmanship, combining the legendary dreadnought design that started it all with modern performance enhancements and premium electronics. This flagship instrument features the classic combination of East Indian rosewood back and sides with a solid Sitka spruce top, delivering the powerful, room-filling tone that has made Martin guitars the choice of musical legends for over 190 years. Perfect for professional musicians, serious collectors, and discerning players who demand the ultimate in acoustic guitar excellence.
Product Overview
Built with premium East Indian rosewood back and sides paired with a solid Sitka spruce top, the HD-28E showcases Martin's time-honored construction methods refined over nearly two centuries of guitar making. The classic herringbone purfling and vintage appointments create the unmistakable aesthetic that has graced countless iconic recordings and legendary performances throughout music history.
The revolutionary forward-shifted, scalloped X-bracing pattern enhances the guitar's natural resonance and projection while maintaining the structural integrity that ensures this instrument will provide a lifetime of musical inspiration. Martin's modified low oval neck with high-performance taper delivers exceptional comfort and playability, making complex fingerings and extended playing sessions effortless.
Factory-installed Fishman Aura VT Enhance electronics capture the guitar's natural acoustic voice with stunning accuracy, providing stage-ready amplified tone that preserves every nuance of the HD-28's legendary sound. The Plek machine setup guarantees optimal fret leveling and string action, ensuring this premium instrument plays as beautifully as it sounds straight from the factory.
Ideal For
- Professional recording artists seeking the ultimate Martin dreadnought tone
- Touring musicians who demand reliable, stage-ready electronics in a legendary instrument
- Serious collectors investing in American guitar-making heritage and craftsmanship
- Advanced fingerstyle and flatpicking guitarists who appreciate premium tonal complexity
- Studio musicians requiring the classic Martin sound that defines countless recordings
Key Features
Premium East Indian Rosewood Construction
The traditional combination of East Indian rosewood back and sides with solid Sitka spruce top delivers the powerful, complex tone that has defined the Martin sound for generations.
Forward-Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing
Martin's advanced bracing design enhances volume, sustain, and tonal complexity while maintaining the structural integrity that ensures lifetime reliability.
Classic Herringbone Appointments
The iconic herringbone purfling, abalone diamond and squares inlays, and vintage styling create the timeless aesthetic that defines Martin's flagship instruments.
Modified Low Oval Neck Profile
Martin's most comfortable neck design features a high-performance taper that provides exceptional playability while maintaining the classic Martin feel and response.
Fishman Aura VT Enhance Electronics
Professional-grade electronics deliver pristine amplified tone that captures the guitar's natural acoustic voice with remarkable accuracy and feedback resistance.
What's Included
- Martin HD-28E Acoustic/Electric Guitar
- Martin molded hardshell case
- Martin limited lifetime warranty
- Plek machine setup (factory completed)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Solid Sitka spruce top, East Indian rosewood back and sides |
| Neck | Select hardwood, modified low oval with high-performance taper |
| Fretboard | Ebony with abalone diamond and squares inlays |
| Scale Length | 25.4 inches |
| Nut Width | 1.75 inches |
| Pickups | Fishman Aura VT Enhance electronics |
| Electronics | Professional preamp with tone shaping and anti-feedback |
| Hardware | Nickel open-gear tuning machines, bone nut, ebony bridge |
| Finish | Natural gloss with aging toner |
| Weight | Approximately 4.8 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This Legendary Martin Today
Experience the unparalleled craftsmanship and legendary tone of the Martin HD-28E at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls, where you can feel the difference that 190 years of American guitar-making excellence makes in every note. This flagship instrument represents the ultimate expression of Martin's dreadnought design, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern performance enhancements. Visit our showroom to explore this extraordinary acoustic-electric guitar and discover why Martin remains the gold standard of American guitar craftsmanship.
