Presenting the all new Martin O'ahu HG-28, introducing a new body size that is a combination of a slope-shoulder Dreadnought and a 000's body depth.

From Martin about this unique model:

"Without the Hawaiian music craze of the 1920s and early ‘30s, it’s safe to say the modern-day steel-string acoustic guitar wouldn’t exist.

That’s the link Chris Martin IV discovered while researching the history of Hawaiian music and its importance to the innovation and success of Martin Guitar. The guitars that were built to support that craze led to the “Golden Era” models we know and love today, like the iconic Dreadnought.

Inspired by vintage models from the era, the new Martin O’ahu™ HG-28 is a tribute to that period – an approachable body shape for the Martin line made of solid flamed Hawaiian koa back and sides and a solid spruce top for a beautifully-balanced sound.

Aside from its looks, anyone who picks up this guitar will instantly notice how comfortable it is. Like a new, old friend. Making its debut as part of the Martin O’ahu family of instruments, the Martin O’ahu HG-28 is best described as a smaller 14-fret sloped-shoulder Dreadnought with the depth of a 000, ideal for players who love the Dreadnought tone in a more comfortable size.

The short-scale satin neck, with its Golden Era modified low oval profile, offers a smooth and comfortable playin experience. The Martin O’ahu HG-28 plays easily with low action and feels right at home in standard tuning or any one of several slack key open tunings such as open G, which is widely used in Hawaiian-style guitar music.

Bold herringbone trim and antique white binding add a touch of vintage charm, reminiscent of Martin’s early Hawaiian-style guitars.

With the Martin O’ahu HG-28, Martin is ready to make more music history – this time in your hands."

Stock photos shown, individual grain will vary from guitar to guitar.

Body Size: 000-14 Fret
Top Material: Spruce
Bracing Pattern: X Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Back Material: Koa
Side Material: Koa
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: GE Modified Low Oval
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Scale Length: 24.9"
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Old Style 18
Back and Side Finish: Gloss
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Color: Clear
Finish Neck: Satin
Bridge Material: Ebony
Saddle Compensated: Bone
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Case: Soft Shell Hemp
Factory Installed Electronics: None
Left Handed Availability: Yes
Recommended Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Light (MA540T)

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ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • O'ahu HG-28
Categories
Made In
  • United States
Pickup
  • None
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Back Material
  • Koa
Sides Material
  • Koa
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Color Family
  • Tan
  • Natural
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 20

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