Martin D-28 Authentic Acoustic Guitar 1937 VTS w/HS

The Martin D-28 Authentic 1937 captures the spirit of one of Martin’s most legendary dreadnought designs. Faithfully recreated with forward-shifted, hand-scalloped X-bracing, an Adirondack spruce top aged with Martin’s Vintage Tone System® (VTS), and Guatemalan rosewood back and sides, this guitar delivers the rich, bold tone of the original 1937 model. With a more accurate body profile, an Authentic 1937 neck shape, and vintage gloss finishes, this instrument combines period-correct aesthetics with unmatched craftsmanship. Whether you're a collector or performer, the D-28 Authentic 1937 offers a timeless sound and exquisite attention to detail.

Features

• Authentic D-14 Fret Body Size for powerful projection and vintage-inspired tone.
• Adirondack Spruce Top with VTS for aged tonal characteristics and vintage warmth.
• Guatemalan Rosewood Back and Sides for rich, resonant sound.
• Forward-Shifted, Scalloped X-Bracing for enhanced dynamics and projection.
• Authentic 1937 Neck Shape with Standard Taper for period-correct playability.
• Vintage Gloss Finish for a timeless aesthetic.
• Includes a Ply Hardshell Case for safe transportation.

Specifications

Body
- Body Size: Authentic D-14 Fret
- Finish Top: Vintage Gloss
- Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint - Hide Glue Construction
- Back and Side Finish: Vintage Gloss
- Bracing Pattern: Forward-Shifted X-Brace
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Top Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
- Back Material: Guatemalan Rosewood
- Side Material: Guatemalan Rosewood

Top
- Top Color: Clear
- Bridge Style: Authentic Belly - Glue in Long Saddle
- Binding: Antique White
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/16''
- Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Bridge Pin Material: Faux Ivory
- Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
- Saddle: Bone
- Rosette: Multi-Stripe
- Saddle Radius: 16"

Body Details
- Brace Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
- Brace Size: 5/16"
- Back Purfling/Strip: Zig-Zag Authentic
- Heelcap: Antique White
- Endpiece: Antique White
- Endpiece Inlay: Multi-Stripe

Neck
- Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
- Finish Neck: Vintage Gloss
- Neck Shape: Authentic 1937
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4''
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: 1937 Diamonds and Squares Long Pattern
- Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
- Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret

Headstock
- Headstock Shape: Solid with 1937 Taper and Diamond
- Tuning Machines: Waverly Nickel Open Back
- Headplate Material: Guatemalan Rosewood
- Knob: Butterbean
- Headplate Logo Style: Script Golden Era Overlay

Miscellaneous
- Nut Material: Bone
- Case: Ply Hardshell
- Left-Handed Availability: Yes