Martin Guitars OM-28 Natural

Due to its balanced and defined sound, the Martin OM-28 can definitely be called a workhorse for the recording studio, as it is optimally suited for fine picking and light strumming with its discreet nature. It also has an eye-catching Bold Herringbone inlay and an aging tone on the top. The manufacturer chooses high-quality hardware to go with the best tonewoods so that the instrument is perfectly rounded in terms of quality. A sturdy ply hardshell case is also included.

Woods and construction

The fully solid construction of the 000-14 Fret Western Guitar consists of a Sitka spruce top that produces defined mid and treble frequencies and an East Indian rosewood body that perfectly complements the sound with warm, clear bass frequencies. The flat Scalloped-X bracing of the top and a wafer-thin finish also ensure perfect sound development even with light touches, so that the character of the instrument is defined by incomparable dynamics. For obliging playability the neck is made of Select-Hardwood with a Modified-Low-Oval-Profile, which flatters the player's hand and allows a carefree grip in all 20 frets. These are set into an ebony fingerboard that measures a generous 44.5mm at the nut.

Design and Hardware

In addition to a timeless design that features Antique White binding with Herringbone inlay and a Tortoise pickguard, the OM-28 Martin guitar features traditional open nickel tuners set into the signature headstock. The dark fretboard is marked with Diamonds-and-Squares mother-of-pearl inlays that contrast very tastefully with the ebony.