Martin Vintage Series 1983 D-28 150th Anniversary Brazilian Rosewood, Natural 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. In excellent condition, this acoustic sports a small scratch along top of pickguard, a chip on the top of the headstock, thin scratches on the back, chips along the binding, and a small wedge in the top's lower right edge as well as the lower left top.

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The 1983 Martin D-28 150th Anniversary Brazilian Rosewood is a stunning tribute to Martin’s golden legacy, crafted as part of the rare Vintage Series that celebrates the brand’s 150th milestone. Its dreadnought body, built from select Sitka spruce and Brazilian rosewood, glows in a natural finish that highlights the deep, warm hues of the tonewoods, while the forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing projects a rich, balanced voice that has made the D-28 legendary. The combination of its rare woods, herringbone trim, and multi-ply rosette gives the guitar an elegant, timeless aesthetic that collectors and players alike treasure.

The neck, made of solid mahogany in a comfortable modified V profile, joins the body with a traditional dovetail for excellent resonance and sustain, topped with an ebony fingerboard adorned with diamond inlays that invite expressive play across 20 frets. A replaced saddle and upgraded bridge pins enhance tone and stability, while the nut is crafted from bone for smooth, precise action. The D-28’s scale length of 25.4” and a nut width of 1-11/16” make it versatile and easy to play for a range of styles, from fingerpicking to bold strummed chords.

Hardware appointments include a belly-style ebony bridge, small maple bridge plate, and Martin nickel tuners, all complemented by a tortoise pickguard and subtle, elegant details that echo Martin’s classic design ethos. Its gloss finish and carefully matched herringbone trim create a warm, inviting look, while the matching brown interior of the included hardshell case ensures this beautiful instrument is protected in style.

From its resonant, full-bodied tone to its effortless playability, the 1983 D-28 150th Anniversary is more than just a guitar—it’s a collector’s piece, a performance-ready instrument, and a celebration of Martin’s enduring artistry, combining rare materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and a sound that truly embodies the spirit of the Vintage Series.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: None
• Bracing: Forward-Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Dreadnought
• Top Material: Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Top Color: Natural
• Back & Sides Material: Brazilian Rosewood
• Back Configuration: 2-Piece
• Backstrip: Zig-Zag
• Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
• Bracing: Forward-Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing
• Binding Material: Ivoroid
• Trim: Herringbone
• Rosette: Multi-Ply

Neck

• Neck Profile: Modified V
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: 0.878" at 1st Fret, 1.012" at 10th Fret
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Nut Width: 1-11/16"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Diamonds
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: 16"
• Neck Finish: Gloss
• Neck Joint: Dovetail
• Headstock: Solid with Diamond Volute
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: None
• Headplate Finish: Satin

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Belly
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Bridge Plate: Small Maple Plate
• Bridge Pins: White with Red Dots (Original Bone with Tortoise Dots Included)
• Saddle: Upgraded (Original Bone Included)
• Nut Material: Bone
• Tuners: Martin Nickel
• Pickguard: Tortoise

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 445693
• Manufacture Date: 1983