Martin 00028 Shade Top Sunburst 1976

For decades, the Martin 00028 has been known as a benchmark for balanced sound and refined craftsmanship. This 1976 example is a particularly rare find thanks to the Shaded Sunburst finish.

With rosewood back and sides, a solid spruce top, and non-scalloped X-bracing, it delivers a focused, clear sound that remains warm and inviting. The short 24.9" scale length provides extra playing comfort and a touch of sweetness, making this model ideal for both fingerstyle and light strumming.

Aesthetically, this is also a gem: the shaded top combines beautifully with the tortoise pickguard, cream binding, and multi-line purfling for an elegant vintage look. The ebony bridge and fingerboard with mother-of-pearl dot inlays emphasize the classic '28 style, while the original Grover closed-back tuners still function reliably.

This Martin underwent a refret at some point in its life but remains in excellent condition for its age. However, a small crack in the top has been glued near the pickguard. With a perfect balance between collectible value and stage-ready performance, this 00028 comes in its original blue hardshell case with a TFOA passport.