Martin Guitar 000-28EC Eric Clapton
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Martin Guitar
000-28EC Eric Clapton
Product Info
Article Number:
556138
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
000-28EC Eric Clapton
Category:
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$5,498.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 000-28EC is a beautifully crafted instrument, embodying Eric Clapton’s signature style and Martin’s legendary build quality. It’s a fantastic choice for players seeking a balanced, articulate tone with a touch of vintage warmth—ideal for blues, fingerstyle, and singer-songwriters who appreciate a refined feel and premium materials.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar 000-28EC Eric Clapton
- Acoustic Guitar
- Eric Clapton Signature Model
- Style: 000 - Auditorium
- Top: solid spruce
- Back and sides: solid rosewood
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Diamond & Square long pattern fretboard inlays with Eric Clapton signature at the last fret
- Grained ivoroid binding
- Scale: 633 mm (24.9")
- Nut width: 44.4 mm (1.75")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Tortoise pattern pickguard
- Ebony bridge with bone saddle
- Factory strings: Martin Guitars MEC12 (art. #184374#)
- Colour: Natural
- high-gloss tinted
- Incl. case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid rosewood back/sides deliver exceptional warmth and sustain, classic Martin tone.
- • Mahogany neck with diamond inlays provides comfortable playability and striking aesthetics.
- • Spruce top offers excellent projection and responsiveness across the tonal spectrum.
- • Ebony fingerboard and bone nut enhance clarity and note definition for pristine sound.
CONS
- • High-gloss finish can feel thick to some players, impacting resonance slightly.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many guitarists.
- • 000 size might be a bit small for players accustomed to larger body guitars.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid East Indian Rosewood
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
633 mm (24.9")
Frets
20
Electronics
None (Acoustic Only)
Weight
Approximately 5.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The neck is a modified low profile, slightly more rounded than previous EC models, designed for comfortable access across the fretboard.
Yes, the high-gloss tinted finish requires careful handling and maintenance to avoid visible scratches or wear over time.
The 28EC leans slightly warmer and more focused due to the specific wood pairings and bracing pattern, offering a more 'vintage' sonic character.
