Martin D-28 Billy Strings Signature – Excellent Plus Condition
This stunning Martin D-28 Billy Strings Signature is a premium dreadnought that masterfully blends vintage pre-war aesthetics with player-focused refinements tailored to Grammy-winning bluegrass virtuoso Billy Strings. Inspired by his beloved 1940 D-28, it delivers rich, powerful tone with exceptional clarity and responsiveness—ideal for intricate flatpicking, expressive bends, and dynamic acoustic performance.
In excellent plus condition, this guitar shows only the lightest signs of careful play (perhaps very faint finish wear or minimal fret marks visible only under close inspection). It remains structurally flawless, with crisp action, stable setup, and that fresh-from-the-factory feel. It comes complete with its original hardshell case.
Key Features & Specs
• Body Size: Dreadnought (14-fret)
• Top: Solid Sitka spruce with antique toner, gloss finish
• Back & Sides: Solid East Indian rosewood, gloss finish
• Bracing: Forward-shifted Golden Era scalloped X-bracing (spruce)
• Rosette: Style 28 multi-stripe
• Purfling & Inlays: Bold herringbone top inlay; zig-zag back purfling
• Binding: Antique white
• Bridge: Ebony modern belly bridge with bone bridge pins (string spacing: 2-5/32”)
• Saddle: Compensated bone (16” radius)
• Neck: Genuine mahogany with modified low oval profile (satin finish for smooth playability)
• Neck Joint: Traditional dovetail
• Fingerboard: Ebony with abalone long diamond & square inlays
• Frets: 20
• Scale Length: 25” (shorter than standard D-28’s 25.4”, reducing string tension for faster fretting, intricate runs, and easier bends while retaining dreadnought power)
• Nut: Bone, 1-23/32” (≈1.719”) width – a comfortable “in-between” spec blending vintage narrow feel with modern playability
• Nut Width at 12th Fret: 2-1/8”
• Tuners: Nickel enclosed-gear with butterbean knobs (precise and stylish, often compared to vintage Kluson-style)
• Finish: Gloss on body (antique toner top); satin on neck
• Other Details: No onboard electronics on the standard D-28 version; custom Billy Strings signature label inside
This model stands out for its balanced, woody tone—bold bass response from the rosewood, sparkling trebles from the spruce top and scalloped bracing, and a lively midrange that cuts through in bluegrass or solo settings. The shorter scale and modified neck make it exceptionally fast and comfortable for extended playing sessions without sacrificing Martin’s legendary volume and projection.
A true player’s guitar that honors bluegrass heritage while suiting modern demands, this Billy Strings D-28 is built in Nazareth, PA, and represents one of Martin’s most exciting recent signature releases. Perfect for serious acoustic players seeking vintage vibe with enhanced speed and comfort.
Whether you’re a flatpicker chasing that signature Billy tone or simply want a versatile, high-end dreadnought, this example in EX+ condition is ready to gig or record right out of the case.
Demo video: https://youtu.be/hFe_1Mmmthg?si=AhNltPYS5-CULJna
Martin D-28 Billy Strings Signature – Excellent Plus Condition
This stunning Martin D-28 Billy Strings Signature is a premium dreadnought that masterfully blends vintage pre-war aesthetics with player-focused refinements tailored to Grammy-winning bluegrass virtuoso Billy Strings. Inspired by his beloved 1940 D-28, it delivers rich, powerful tone with exceptional clarity and responsiveness—ideal for intricate flatpicking, expressive bends, and dynamic acoustic performance.
In excellent plus condition, this guitar shows only the lightest signs of careful play (perhaps very faint finish wear or minimal fret marks visible only under close inspection). It remains structurally flawless, with crisp action, stable setup, and that fresh-from-the-factory feel. It comes complete with its original hardshell case.
Key Features & Specs
• Body Size: Dreadnought (14-fret)
• Top: Solid Sitka spruce with antique toner, gloss finish
• Back & Sides: Solid East Indian rosewood, gloss finish
• Bracing: Forward-shifted Golden Era scalloped X-bracing (spruce)
• Rosette: Style 28 multi-stripe
• Purfling & Inlays: Bold herringbone top inlay; zig-zag back purfling
• Binding: Antique white
• Bridge: Ebony modern belly bridge with bone bridge pins (string spacing: 2-5/32”)
• Saddle: Compensated bone (16” radius)
• Neck: Genuine mahogany with modified low oval profile (satin finish for smooth playability)
• Neck Joint: Traditional dovetail
• Fingerboard: Ebony with abalone long diamond & square inlays
• Frets: 20
• Scale Length: 25” (shorter than standard D-28’s 25.4”, reducing string tension for faster fretting, intricate runs, and easier bends while retaining dreadnought power)
• Nut: Bone, 1-23/32” (≈1.719”) width – a comfortable “in-between” spec blending vintage narrow feel with modern playability
• Nut Width at 12th Fret: 2-1/8”
• Tuners: Nickel enclosed-gear with butterbean knobs (precise and stylish, often compared to vintage Kluson-style)
• Finish: Gloss on body (antique toner top); satin on neck
• Other Details: No onboard electronics on the standard D-28 version; custom Billy Strings signature label inside
This model stands out for its balanced, woody tone—bold bass response from the rosewood, sparkling trebles from the spruce top and scalloped bracing, and a lively midrange that cuts through in bluegrass or solo settings. The shorter scale and modified neck make it exceptionally fast and comfortable for extended playing sessions without sacrificing Martin’s legendary volume and projection.
A true player’s guitar that honors bluegrass heritage while suiting modern demands, this Billy Strings D-28 is built in Nazareth, PA, and represents one of Martin’s most exciting recent signature releases. Perfect for serious acoustic players seeking vintage vibe with enhanced speed and comfort.
Whether you’re a flatpicker chasing that signature Billy tone or simply want a versatile, high-end dreadnought, this example in EX+ condition is ready to gig or record right out of the case.
Demo video: https://youtu.be/hFe_1Mmmthg?si=AhNltPYS5-CULJna
