Martin HD-28 Review

My dream instrument

Just received My HD28 and it is stunning! From fit and finish to intonation it is perfect. Tone is well balanced and a pleasure to the ears. Big thanks to Jordan Firstenberg as well as the rest of your team (shipping, inspection and techs). Thank you again for a truly great experience!

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My First Martin

I'm in love with this guitar. It's beautiful and man can it sing. My first strum just blew me away. Kudos to Chris Arnold for his assistance in picking out the "one" for me!

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It's A Martin!

What can I say that hasn't been said? A wonderful instrument with exceptional tonal qualities. And it smells great!

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Just a amazing playing/sounding guitar.

There's not a lot more I can say about Martin Guitars and their long history of making D-28 acoustics. I'm reviewing the HD-28 version with some beautiful vintage historic appointments, but there's no mistaking the beautiful sound of a Spruce top and Indian Rosewood body with scalloped x-bracing. And the snowflake inlay on the 20 fret ebony fretboard, mahogany neck, herringbone… read more trim, vintage Martin logo, butterbean style tuners and aging toner create what I believe is one of the best sounding and classy looking dreadnoughts ever made. The lows bloom, the highs ring and the note decay melts in the air. Whether finger picking, strumming or both, this guitar is a fantastic value and will only continue to sound better and better the longer it's played. I've done some tracking using an AKG 414KVII, WA 14 and Shure SM-81 and the HD-28 sounds gorgeous.

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Simple elegance and beautiful tone.

I have had the pleasure of owning some wonderful acoustic guitars in my lifetime. But since 1999 I settled into my 25th Anniversary Taylor 710 BCE (Brazilian & Sitka) which has been a workhorse for me the past 23 years. But having played some really great acoustics (Guild's, Collings, Martin's, Santa Cruz' and other large and small builder brands), I kept hearing the praises of… read more the HD-28 series Martins especially over the past few years. So with the help of my awesome Sales Rep (Cristian Good) he found me an absolutely fantastic HD-28 and Martin has shown me again why they are the gold standard of Luther's. The finish, fit and playability of my guitar, along with the modernized neck shape and forward bracing makes playing the HD-28 effortless. I can't wait for this beautiful dreadnought to age and open up because if it sounds this good new, it's only going to get better. And there's something about the purity of the HD-28's tone with the absence of any electronics that is in a class of its own. I tracked some ideas with a Sure SM-81 into my digital workstation and remembered how much I miss the sound of air moving acoustic tone through a great acoustic mic. No, the HD-28 is not flashy, but it's not supposed to be as it's design lends itself to be a seminal acoustic that's been heard the world over. I couldn't be happier with my purchase.

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Sit next to someone.

I live in Sun City West Az where we have a jam group of about 50. Usually 6-10 show up every week. After a while you hear the tone you want. D-28

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Great Craftsmanship As Expected!

I ordered this guitar back in June at the beginning of the limited shutdown at the Martin factory due to the virus; Received it the day before Thanksgiving....I am so glad i pre-ordered with my pals at Sweetwater! This is by far the best quality Martin Guitar i have seen in decades, made with love no doubt...Every detail matched...This is truly a handmade Martin D-28 Sunburst.… read more Martin's limited production line is producing some of the best Guitars to ever leave the factory....Don't miss out! And God bless all the incredible craftsmen and craftswomen in Nazareth, PA. They take the time to do it right.

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A Martim Friend

My first experience with a Martin guitar was the Martin D-41. It was excuisite, a cannon and beautiful. To my dismay, I was so excited about the purchase, I did not order the guitar with a 1 3/4 inch neck. In 2009, you had to do that. Now, most martin's come that way. I gave that guitat to my nephew, who was thrilled. Then last summer, I bought the Martin HD-28, Sunburst.… read more At first, because I had history with the 41, I kind of had this "difficult to make me happy with anything else." However, upon taking this guitar to my local guitar shop, they adjusted the bridge and installed med strings on it. Much better. Only one thing I miss tho. The 41 had a nice thick pick guard. It didn't affect tbe sound at all. Otherwise, it still has magnificent over-tones, projection, tone and it practically plays itself. No wrestling match here! Pick one up soon!

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Always wanted

always wanted a new martin but was afraid to pull the trigger. after talking member of Sweetwaters i felt comfortable buying without having my hands on it.best guitar i have ever owned.i made the right decision. thanks to sweetwaters

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Best guitar I've ever heard.

I recently purchased a Taylor 814 CE Deluxe at anot her guitar store chain. It was so beautiful... it was truly a work of art. It was also a fingerpicker's dream. I don't play that way much though. So I took it back and with a full refund I bought a Martin HD28 for less. It is without a doubt the best, most balanced, sweetest sounding guitar I've ever heard. I wasn't sure what balanced… read more was until I heard this guitar. Now I know. This thing rings like a bell, sounds so piano like down low. The sound is magnificent. The pictures don't do it justice. It's not muddy at all. You can see the wood grain through all its clear colors. It's beautiful! You won't regret it. It really is a tone cannon.

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Best Guitar I've Ever Owned

I've owned two Martins in my life, and had several other guitars pass through my hands. This guitar beats them all. If you want a smaller, more compact sound, there are other models that might suit you better - but this guitar is a canon and my life companion. Lovely instrument!

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The best

the best u can get

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Awesome but

Every thing you want in a guitar. I love the action I love balanced tone and quality of this guitar. I also have an awesome d35 but the hd28 playability is much better for some reason. I thought the d35 couldn't be beat until I got the hd28. Would not sell either. Martin guitars are great.

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