This Martin Custom Shop HD-28 pairs traditional herringbone dreadnought styling with upgraded tonewoods and vintage-inspired appointments. Built with a spruce top and Guatemalan rosewood back and sides, this guitar delivers a broad dynamic range with deep low end, rich overtones, and crisp articulation across the fretboard. The 1933 Ambertone finish gives it a distinctly pre-war visual character while maintaining the clean, understated aesthetic associated with classic 28-style Martins.
Adirondack scalloped bracing provides strong projection and headroom, making this a responsive dreadnought equally suited for flatpicking, rhythm work, and open chord playing. The GE Modified Low Oval neck profile and satin neck finish offer a comfortable modern feel, while the upgraded Custom Shop specifications bring added refinement throughout the build.
Highlights
Custom Shop HD-28 with Guatemalan rosewood back and sides
1933 Ambertone finish with bold herringbone appointments
Adirondack spruce scalloped bracing for increased headroom and projection
GE Modified Low Oval neck profile with satin finish
Diamonds and Squares fingerboard inlays with select abalone
Specifications
Body
Body Style: HD-28 Dreadnought
Top Material: Spruce Standard
Top Color: 1933 Ambertone
Top Finish: Gloss
Back & Sides Material: Guatemalan Rosewood
Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
Bracing Material: Adirondack Spruce
Bracing Pattern: Scalloped
Brace Size: 5/16"
Binding Material: Antique White
Rosette: 3 Ring Bold Herringbone Boltaron
Neck
Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval
Neck Finish: Satin
Scale Length: 25.4"
Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony
Fingerboard Inlay: Diamonds and Squares Long with Select Abalone
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Nut Material: Bone
Hardware
Bridge Material: Black Ebony
Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly
Bridge Pins: Bone with Faux Tortoise
Headplate Decal: Golden Era
Electronics
Electronics: None
Miscellaneous
Serial Number: 2962012
Finish Package: Gloss Body with Satin Neck
Adhesive: Modern Adhesive
Country of Origin: USA
Case: Hardshell
Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?
Tone Shop Guitars is the premier Martin dealer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area — and beyond. Our staff are players and enthusiasts who know these instruments inside and out, and we hand-inspect every guitar before it leaves our doors. When you buy a Martin from us, you're not just getting a great guitar — you're getting the expertise, the care, and the follow-through that a purchase like this deserves. Stop by any of our three DFW locations or shop online with confidence. We're here to help you find the right one.
