Martin 000-28 Re-Imagined

The Martin 000-28 combines a rich rosewood tone with the smooth feel of a short scale

The appeal of this Martin 000-28 Re-Imagined lies not only in its classic herringbone decoration. Beneath that familiar appearance lies an acoustic guitar that invites you to play on for longer. A solid Sitka spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides form the foundation, while the compact 000 body rests comfortably on the lap. The Re-Imagined version combines that traditional character with an accessible neck and scalloped bracing. A beautiful combination for the guitarist seeking refinement without sacrificing a full tone.

You hear a warm foundation with bright overtones and enough definition to let individual notes speak. In fingerstyle, melody and accompaniment each get their own space, while a light pick attack produces beautifully open chords. The scalloped X-bracing supports a lively response to variations in attack. Thanks to the 24.9-inch scale, the string tension feels smoother than on a longer OM scale at the same tuning and string gauge. You notice this in subtle vibratos, relaxed chord work, and long playing sessions.

The mahogany neck has a satin finish, a Modified Low Oval profile, and a High Performance Taper. The ebony fretboard features twenty frets and carries the recognizable Diamonds and Squares inlay. The bridge is also made of ebony, and the traditional dovetail neck joint aligns with the classic construction recipe. Bold Herringbone around the top and the Aging Toner give the guitar its characteristic appearance. This version has no built-in pickup and comes with a hardshell case.

For those who like to draw nuance from their right hand and are looking for a smoothly playable Martin, this 000-28 is an instrument to sit down with. Let a few chords ring out and discover how much color is hidden in that compact format.