Martin Custom Shop D-28 1937 Authentic Aged Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar with Hardshell Case - Used

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This used 4.6 lb Martin will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. This guitar is in mint condition with an array of intentional cosmetic wear, courtesy of Martin's custom shop.

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Every great acoustic guitar has a story, and few carry the weight of history quite like the Martin D-28. For generations, the D-28 has been the benchmark against which all dreadnoughts are measured, earning its reputation as the definitive "tone cannon" of the acoustic world. From bluegrass stages and recording studios to singer-songwriters and touring professionals, the D-28's unmistakable blend of power, balance, and projection has made it one of the most revered instruments ever built. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this authentically aged Martin Custom Shop D-28 1937 captures the spirit of the most sought-after pre-war Martins while delivering the reliability and craftsmanship expected from a modern instrument.

The D-28 Authentic 1937was created as Martin's painstaking tribute to the legendary pre-war examples that have become the holy grail for collectors and performers alike. Every aspect of this guitar was designed to recreate the look, feel, and sound of an original 1937 D-28, from its historically accurate body dimensions and Authentic 1937 neck profile to its forward-shifted X-bracing pattern. The Adirondack spruce top undergoes Martin's proprietary Vintage Tone System (VTS) treatment, a specialized torrefaction process that replicates decades of natural aging, unlocking the responsiveness, warmth, and complexity typically found only in vintage instruments. Combined with premium Guatemalan rosewood back and sides, the result is a guitar that feels remarkably open and alive from the very first note.

Tonally, this instrument delivers everything players dream of when they imagine a world-class pre-war dreadnought. The bass response is deep, authoritative, and piano-like, while the midrange remains rich and articulate. The trebles ring with clarity and sweetness, creating a perfectly balanced voice that excels in virtually any musical setting. Flatpickers will appreciate its immense headroom and projection, while fingerstyle players will discover surprising nuance and responsiveness. Whether you're performing bluegrass, folk, country, Americana, singer-songwriter material, or recording in the studio, this guitar offers the dynamic range and tonal sophistication to handle it all effortlessly.

Adding even more character is Martin's expertly aged finish treatment, which gives the guitar the appearance and feel of a treasured vintage heirloom that has been lovingly played for decades. Paired with premium appointments including an ebony fingerboard and bridge, Waverly open-back tuners, and a molded hardshell case, this used 2020 Custom Shop D-28 Authentic 1937 VTS represents an extraordinary opportunity to own one of the finest modern interpretations of Martin's most celebrated acoustic guitar.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: None
• Bracing: Authentic 1937 Forward Shifted X-Brace
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Dreadnought (D-28 Authentic 1937)
• Top Material: Adirondack Spruce
• Top Finish: Aged Gloss
• Top Color: Vintage Toner
• Back & Sides Material: Guatemalan Rosewood
• Back Configuration: Two-Piece Back
• Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
• Bracing: Authentic 1937 Forward Shifted X-Brace
• Binding Material: Grained Ivoroid
• Rosette: Style 28 Multi-Stripe

Neck

• Neck Profile: Authentic 1937
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Authentic Vintage Taper
• Neck Depth: 0.794" at 1st Fret, 1.042" at 9th Fret
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Nut Width: 1.75"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Abalone Diamonds & Squares Long Pattern
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: 16"
• Fingerboard Spacing: 2.31"
• Neck Finish: Vintage Gloss
• Neck Joint: Dovetail Neck Joint
• Headstock: Solid with Square Taper
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: C.F. Martin Script Logo
• Headplate Finish: Gloss

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Authentic Belly Bridge
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Bridge Pins: Bone
• Saddle: Bone
• Nut Material: Bone
• Tuners: Waverly Open-Gear Tuners
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoise

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Molded Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 2489360
• Manufacture Date: 2020