The Martin HD-28L Lefthand has been one of the most sought-after dreadnought models of the traditional U.S. manufacturer from Nazareth, Pennsylvania, since the late 1970s and impresses with its solid tonewoods that produce a powerful sound that unfolds quickly and over a wide area thanks to a flat forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing. This makes the instrument perfect for expressive strumming and vocal accompaniment. Its noble high-gloss finish accentuates the fine grain of the woods in a very tasteful way and gives the HD-28L the timeless, visual touch that has inspired musicians all over the world to this day. The
In order to elicit bright and defined tones from the rather large dreadnought build, the manufacturer installs a fine-grained Sitka spruce top on the
Especially for its expressive bass frequencies, the HD-28L is very popular with singer/songwriter guitarists. That's why the fold-out back made of East Indian rosewood perfectly complements the sound of the
For the neck construction, the manufacturer relies on selected hardwoods ( Select Hardwood ), which perfectly stand up to the string tension of the 6 steel strings. So it is possible to equip the neck with a quite flat Modified-Low-Oval-Profile. This guarantees a particularly obliging grip in all 20 frets, which are set into an ebony fingerboard marked with filigree Diamonds-and-Squares inlays. In addition, a compensated bridge inlay and 44.5mm wide bone nut ensure clean intonation throughout the 645mm scale. Open Schaller nickel tuners are set into the characteristic headstock, which is decorated with an Old Script overlay. With their fine transmission, they allow for extremely precise tuning of the strings. A sturdy molded hardshell case is included to protect the all-around successful instrument.