Martin OM-28 - Natural Gloss

The Martin OM-28 is a timeless masterpiece, blending classic craftsmanship with modern playability to create an instrument that's as inspiring to hold as it is to hear. This guitar’s orchestra model (OM) body size and longer scale length give it a uniquely versatile voice that’s perfect for everything from delicate fingerstyle to aggressive strumming. The marriage of a solid Sitka spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides creates a sound that is both rich and balanced. The spruce top is known for its ability to deliver clear, crisp notes and a broad dynamic range, while the Indian rosewood provides a deep, warm, and loud tone with excellent note separation and a resonant quality that players have coveted for a century.

While you might associate the 28-style guitars with legends like Bob Dylan and Eric Clapton, the OM-28 has a legacy all its own. The combination of these tonewoods gives the guitar a powerful and articulate voice that has been a go-to for artists who need their sound to cut through a mix, whether on a recording or live on stage. The OM-28 is truly an instrument that can adapt to any player's style and musical needs.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

Highlights

• Hand-fit dovetail neck joint for incredible resonance and sustain.

• Authentic vintage style with a modern feel thanks to Martin's Golden Era appointments.

• A powerful, balanced voice with sparkling highs and a rich, tight low end.

• Comfortable playability with a GE Modified Low Oval neck profile and high-performance taper.

• Solid Sitka spruce and East Indian rosewood construction for a classic, professional-grade tone that improves with age.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Solid East Indian Rosewood

• Top Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce

• Neck Wood: Select Hardwood

• Left/Right Handed: Right-handed

• Fretboard Wood: Ebony

• Scale Length: 25.4"

• Fretboard Radius: 16"

• Fretboard Inlay/Material: Diamonds and Squares Short Pattern

• Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval with High-Performance Taper

• Finish: Gloss top, with a satin neck finish

• Bridge Material: Ebony

• Nut Material: Bone

• Tuners: Nickel Open Gear with Butterbean knobs

• Electronics: None

• Bridge: GE Modern Belly - Drop-in Saddle

• Manufacturer Part Number: OM-28

• Depth at 1st Fret: .855"

• Depth at 10th Fret: .920"

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup. Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!