I am offering a Martin 000-28EC from 2022, the handcrafted in Nazareth, USA, all solid timber Eric Clapton signature model acoustic guitar with a handy 000 body shape, selected Sitka spruce top over a scalloped X-bracing, back and sides made of richly figured East Indian Rosewood, set-in mahogany neck with modified V neck profile and 44.45mm bone nut, dark ebony fretboard with elaborate squares & diamonds inlays incl. custom Eric Clapton signature at the 20th fret, ebony bridge with compensated bone saddle, high-end L.R. Baggs Anthem pickup system and Martin Gotoh Open Gear Butterbean nickel tuners in a toned natural high-gloss nitro finish with herringbone binding and tortoise pickguard in mint condition, including Martin deluxe hardshell case, all manufacturer's papers, and professional setup with 12-gauge Elixir strings.

The 000-28EC is one of Martin's most popular signature models and is based on Eric Clapton's legendary 1939 000-42, which he played on his famous MTV Unplugged concert in the early 1990s, among other occasions. This design combines the compact dimensions of the 000 shape with a neck-body transition at the 14th fret for a full, focused sound character that is equally suited to fingerstyle, blues, and acoustic strumming.

The solid Sitka spruce top over scalloped X bracing, combined with the East Indian rosewood sides and back, gives the guitar an extremely balanced and dynamic sound: transparent highs, defined mids, and a round bass foundation. The modified V-neck profile is based on vintage pre-war models and offers a direct, traditional feel with perfect control for fingerstyle techniques.

A sound sample of the model can be found above at the end of the photo gallery.

This Martin 000-28EC has been professionally upgraded with an L.R. Baggs Anthem pickup system, which gives the guitar a clear, authentic acoustic sound even when amplified.

Visually, the fine herringbone binding, aged high-gloss nitro finish, tortoise pickguard, and detailed abalone inlays, including Eric Clapton's signature on the 20th fret, create a distinctive vintage look with a touch of elegance. The open Gotoh Butterbean tuners emphasize the classic, historic appearance.

Technical specifications:

• Origin: Nazareth, PA, USA
• Year of manufacture: 2022
• Body shape: 000 14-Fret
• Top: Selected Sitka spruce (solid)
• Bracing: Scalloped X
• Back/sides: East Indian rosewood (solid)
• Neck: Mahogany, set-in
• Neck profile: Modified V
• Fingerboard: Ebony with abalone diamonds & squares inlays and signature inlay on the 20th fret
• Nut: 44.45mm, bone
• Bridge: Ebony with compensated bone inlay
• Machine heads: Martin Gotoh Open Butterbean nickel tuners
• Pickup system: L.R. Baggs Anthem, active (upgrade!)
• Body binding: Herringbone
• Rosette: Fine herringbone
• Pickguard: Faux tortoise
• Finish: High-gloss vintage toner, nitrocellulose
• Scale length: 632mm
• Serial no.: 2694970
• Includes black Martin luxury hardshell case, all manufacturer's papers

This Martin 000-28EC is in absolutely mint condition and technically flawless. Visually, there are practically no signs of use (see pictures). The frets are like new.

The instrument has been professionally set up with 12-gauge Elixir Nanoweb 80/20 strings and I (a long-time guitar teacher) will ship it fully insured with DHL for €49.99 within Germany or €119.99 within the EU. Worldwide shipping available—individual shipping costs upon request.

All pictures shown are of the instrument actually for sale.