Addison, TX, United States
About this listing
The Martin 5-28 Terz brings back one of the smallest and most distinctive body sizes in Martin’s lineup, designed for a unique tonal role rather than traditional accompaniment. Built as a 12-fret Size 5 instrument with a short 21.38" scale, it’s intended for Terz tuning—pitched a minor third higher than standard—producing a bright, bell-like voice that adds clarity and shimmer to layered arrangements.
Despite its compact footprint, the 5-28 Terz delivers surprising depth and musicality, thanks to its solid spruce top and East Indian rosewood back and sides. Style 28 appointments give it a refined look and feel, while its versatility allows it to be tuned to standard pitch when needed, making it equally useful as a songwriting tool, studio texture instrument, or travel companion.
Highlights
Ultra-compact Size 5 Terz body with 12-fret design
Short 21.38" scale optimized for Terz tuning
Spruce top with East Indian rosewood back and sides
Focused, bell-like tone with strong clarity and shimmer
Style 28 appointments with classic aesthetic details
Specifications
Body
Body Size: 5 Terz 12 Fret
Top Material: Spruce
Top Finish: Gloss
Top Color: Aging Toner
Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
Back & Side Finish: Gloss
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped
Neck
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Neck Finish: Satin
Scale Length: 21.38"
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Inlay: Style 28
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Frets: 18
Hardware
Tuners: Nickel Open Gear
Bridge: Ebony
Saddle: Bone
Pickguard: None
Electronics
Electronics: None
Miscellaneous
Serial Number:
Case: Hardshell Included
Left-Handed Availability: Yes
Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Custom Light (MA535T)
Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?
Tone Shop Guitars is the premier Martin dealer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area — and beyond. Our staff are players and enthusiasts who know these instruments inside and out, and we hand-inspect every guitar before it leaves our doors. When you buy a Martin from us, you're not just getting a great guitar — you're getting the expertise, the care, and the follow-through that a purchase like this deserves. Stop by any of our three DFW locations or shop online with confidence. We're here to help you find the right one.
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