C.F. Martin & Co. D-28 (1985) – Vintage Rosewood Dreadnought – Exceptional Condition
This Martin D-28 1985 — also searched as D28 1985, Martin D 28 Vintage, or Martin D-28 acoustic — is a beautifully preserved vintage dreadnought that captures the classic Martin sound and craftsmanship that have made the D-28 one of the most respected acoustic guitars ever built.
Built with a solid spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, this 1985 D-28 delivers the powerful, balanced voice that players have relied on for decades. Expect deep, focused bass, strong mids, and clear, ringing trebles with excellent projection and note definition.
One of the standout features of this guitar is its exceptionally attractive top, which displays grain and character remarkably similar to Adirondack spruce, giving it a striking vintage appearance and visual depth rarely seen on standard production models from the era.
This Martin D-28 (1985) is in great condition, especially for its age, with almost no notable cosmetic remarks. The guitar has been well cared for throughout its life and presents beautifully.
It has also been professionally set up and is a joy to play, featuring an exceptionally comfortable low action of approximately 2.6 mm on the low E string and 1.8 mm on the high E string at the 12th fret, offering effortless playability without sacrificing tone or volume.
Includes original Martin hardshell case.
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Specifications – Martin D-28 (1985)
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Model: Martin D-28 (D28 / D 28)
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Year: 1985
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Series: Standard Series
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Body Size: Dreadnought, 14-Fret
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Top: Solid Spruce
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Back & Sides: Solid East Indian Rosewood
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Bracing: Non-Scalloped X-Bracing
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Scale Length: 25.4” (645 mm)
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Nut Width: 1 11/16” (42.9 mm)
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Neck: Mahogany
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Fingerboard: Ebony
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Bridge: Ebony
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Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose
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Electronics: None
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Condition: Great
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Setup: Professionally Set Up and Ready to Play
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Action at 12th Fret: Approx. 2.6 mm (Low E), 1.8 mm (High E)
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Notes: Beautifully figured spruce top with an Adirondack-like appearance, exceptionally clean example
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Case: Original Martin Hardshell Case
