1978 Martin D-28 – One Owner – Original Hardshell Case – Excellent Player

Up for sale is a beautifully preserved 1978 Martin D-28, a one-owner instrument that has been lovingly cared for its entire life. This is not just a vintage guitar — it’s a piece of Martin history, and it’s been babied from day one.

It plays fantastically, with a comfortable action and a neck that feels instantly inviting. Tonally, it has everything you’d want from a vintage D-28: rich, full-bodied sound with deep lows, clear highs, and powerful projection. Whether you’re strumming chords or playing delicate fingerstyle, this guitar responds with exceptional warmth and clarity.

This example is all original and comes with its original blue Martin hardshell case.

Specs:

• Model: Martin D-28
• Year: 1978
• Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
• Back & Sides: Solid Indian Rosewood
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Bridge: Ebony
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Nut Width: 1 11/16"
• Bracing: Non-scalloped X-bracing
• Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose
• Tuners: Original Grover Rotomatics
• Case: Original Martin blue hardshell case

Condition Notes:

• Excellent structural condition – no cracks, breaks, or repairs
• Light cosmetic wear consistent with age (some fine finish checking and minor dings, typical for a guitar of this vintage)
• Frets have light wear but plenty of life left
• Neck is straight and action is comfortable
• All-original throughout

This is the kind of vintage Martin that doesn’t come around often — a single-owner D-28 that’s been carefully maintained, never abused, and kept in its original case. It’s ready for the stage, studio, or collection.

Ships fast and fully insured.

Feel free to reach out with any questions or for more photos or a tone sample — thanks for looking!

This instrument has been thoroughly inspected for defect and playability by Gabriel's Guitars Spokane. It is available for view/play/purchase at our showroom 3221 N Monroe St Spokane, WA 99205