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Martin O'ahu HG-28 Special Edition

Inspired by the Hawaiian music trend that helped shape the sound of acoustic guitars, this model is a nod to the past and a step into the future. Whether you're into traditional island tunes, modern acoustic styles, or something all your own, the HG-28 gives you the perfect mix of vintage tone and smooth, reliable performance.

From Martin - "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 playing 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."

This guitar comes with a free setup prior to shipment by our experienced in-house technician here at Round Hill Music Co.

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SPECS:

Top Material: Spruce
Top Finish: Gloss
Back Material: Koa
Side Material: Koa
Back and Side Finish: Gloss
Body Size: HG-14 Fret
Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
Binding: Antique White
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Straightline - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Pickguard: Tortoise
Rosette: Style 28 Multi-Stripe
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
Back Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 1/4"
Heelcap: Antique White
Endpiece: Antique White
Endpiece Inlay: Multi-Stripe
Neck Shape: GE Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Color: Natural
Finish Neck: Satin
Scale Length: 24.9"
Number of Frets Total: 20
Nut Material: Bone
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Old Style 18
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Binding Material: None
Side Dots: Yellow
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: Ebony
Headplate Logo Style: Martin O'ahu Script Overlay
Headplate Binding Material: None
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Knob: Butterbean