Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Specs: • Model: 0-28VS • Series: Vintage Series • Body Size: 0-12 Fret • Top: Spruce with Aging Toner • Back & Sides: East Indian Rosewood • Bracing: Scalloped X-Brace, 1/4" Spruce • Neck Joint: Dovetail • Neck: Select Hardwood • Neck Profile: Modified V • Neck Taper: Standard Taper • Fingerboard: Ebony • Fingerboard Inlays: Abalone Diamond and Squares Short Pattern • Scale Length: 24.9" • Nut Width: 1 7/8" • Frets: 20 • Bridge: Ebony Pyramid Bridge with Drop-In Long Saddle • Saddle: Bone • Nut: Bone • Headstock: Slotted with Square Taper and Diamond • Tuners: Nickel Side-Mount with Butterbean Buttons • Binding: Grained Ivoroid • Rosette: Multi-Stripe • Case: Original Ply Hardshell Case • Electronics: None fitted from factory / optional only • Country: USAPersonal Thoughts: This is a lovely spec for anyone who appreciates the older Martin way of doing things. The 0-28VS has that smaller 12-fret body, slotted headstock, pyramid bridge, wide 1 7/8" nut and Modified V neck, so it really leans into a more traditional, pre-war-inspired feel rather than trying to be a modern all-rounder. That combination tends to suit fingerstyle beautifully. The short 24.9" scale and 12-fret design usually give these a softer, more relaxed response, while the spruce and East Indian rosewood pairing brings in plenty of warmth, sweetness and overtone richness. I also think the ebony board and pyramid bridge give it a really elegant look, and the herringbone-style top trim and vintage appointments make it feel properly special. These are not just nice little parlours to look at — they have a refined, intimate voice that can be incredibly addictive in the hands of the right player.Condition Report: Excellent condition. Presents very cleanly overall with only light signs of use.Part Exchange Welcome: Part exchange welcome, video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars, personal consignment service available via our site at 10% rate.
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