A timeless American dreadnought, the Martin D-28 has been a benchmark for acoustic guitars for generations. Renowned for its powerful projection, rich bass response, and balanced tonal character, the D-28 is equally at home on stage, in the studio, or around the campfire. This 1999 example has developed the open, resonant voice that comes from nearly three decades of natural aging.
This guitar is in good overall condition and shows honest cosmetic wear from regular playing. There are noticeable picking scratches above the soundhole, along with mild finish checking around the body that is typical of an instrument of this age. These marks are purely cosmetic and do not affect the guitar's structural integrity, playability, or tone.
The neck is straight, the frets have plenty of life remaining, and the guitar plays comfortably with the full, articulate sound that has made the D-28 one of the most recorded acoustic guitars in history.
Specifications
Year: 1999
Model: Martin D-28
Body Shape: Dreadnought
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Neck: Genuine Mahogany
Fingerboard: Ebony
Bridge: Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4" (645 mm)
Nut Width: 1-11/16" (42.9 mm)
Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Made in: Nazareth, Pennsylvania, USA
Condition
Good overall condition
Picking scratches above the soundhole from regular use
Mild finish checking throughout the body consistent with age
Structurally sound and fully functional
Plays beautifully with a mature, balanced tone
A wonderful example of one of Martin's most iconic models, this 1999 D-28 is an excellent choice for players seeking a professional-grade acoustic with the warmth, projection, and character that only decades of aging can provide.
