Martin Guitar D28 Sunburst
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Martin Guitar
D28 Sunburst
Product Info
Article Number:
606001
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D28 Sunburst
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$5,003.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a quintessential D28 – a cornerstone of acoustic guitar history. The sunburst finish looks gorgeous, and the tone is that classic Martin blend of punch, warmth, and sustain. It's perfect for singer-songwriters, bluegrass pickers, and anyone craving that iconic dreadnought voice.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D28 Sunburst
- 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 (25.4")
- Ntu 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 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light .012 - .053 (Art. #473904#)
- Colour: Sunburst
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers exceptional projection and clarity across the spectrum.
- • Rosewood back & sides add warmth and sustain, classic D28 tone.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides smooth playability and note definition.
- • Antique white binding enhances aesthetics and contributes to overall build quality.
CONS
- • The dreadnought body can be unwieldy for smaller players or travel.
- • Rosewood's tonal characteristics may not suit all musical genres equally.
- • 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 (25.4")
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
6.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The finish itself has minimal impact, but the sunburst often indicates a slightly thicker application, potentially dampening high-end frequencies marginally – a negligible difference.
Yes, it retains that characteristic Martin tightness, especially in the lower mids, but the rosewood provides enough warmth to prevent it from sounding boxy. It’s a balanced response overall.
They're excellent for longevity and consistent tone, but many players prefer the brighter, more immediate response of traditional phosphor bronze strings – it’s a matter of personal preference.
