Martin Guitar D28 Satin

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Martin Guitar D28 Satin

Martin Guitar

D28 Satin

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 605895
Model: D28 Satin
Price: $4,145.90

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This D28 Satin is a workhorse – a true flagship Martin delivering that iconic dreadnought tone. The satin finish gives it a more understated look, and it’s incredibly responsive, making it ideal for experienced players or anyone serious about their acoustic sound. It’s a premium instrument built to last and inspire for years to come.

Product Description

  • Martin Guitar D28 Satin
  • Steel-String Guitar
  • 2025 model
  • Type: Dreadnought
  • Top: Solid spruce
  • Back and sides: Solid rosewood
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Mother of pearl dot fingerboard inlays
  • Antique white binding
  • Scale: 645 mm (24.5")
  • Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
  • Bone nut
  • 20 frets
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Ebony bridge with bone saddle
  • Open nickel machine heads
  • Strings: Martin Guitars Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze - Medium .013 - .056 (Art. #473904#)
  • Colour: Natural matt
  • Includes case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers exceptional clarity and dynamic range for nuanced playing.
  • • Rosewood back and sides provide a warm, rich low-end and complex overtones.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers a slick, responsive feel crucial for fast, clean playing.
  • • Authentic Acoustic Lifespan strings provide long life and a balanced, bright tone.
CONS
  • • Satin finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can feel less grippy compared to gloss finishes.
  • • Dreadnought body size might be unwieldy for smaller players or travel.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many musicians.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Solid East Indian Rosewood
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 645 mm (24.5")
Frets 20
Electronics None (Acoustic Only)
Weight Approximately 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The satin finish is purely cosmetic; it doesn't significantly alter the core tonal character, though some perceive a slightly more 'open' quality due to less damping.
The 'Modified Low Oval' profile is generally considered comfortable, but those with very small hands might find the 1 7/8” nut width slightly challenging, though manageable.
While it captures the essence of the D28, modern construction and bracing mean it’s a bit more focused and perhaps less 'broken-in' sounding than very vintage examples, but still delivers a powerful, mature voice.

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