Martin HD28-BLE Brazilian Limited
1990 Martin HD28-BLE Brazilian Limited
A very nice Martin dread from 1990, one of the earliest efforts to recreate specs from their “Golden Era.” Notably, this model has 1/4” scalloped braces, forward shifted, and of course the Brazilian rosewood back and sides. One of a total run of just 100 units.
Specs / Measurements
1990
Spruce / Brazilian rosewood
Brazilian rosewood head plate, bound
~1.75” nut
~25.4” string length
M6 tuners
Original hard case (handle loose)
Condition / Setup Notes
Excellent; For its year and rarity there is minimal wear. Very clean overall, with some light scratching, small scuff on the back; nothing that would really show in photographs. Slightest fret wear. The case handle has come loose. The guitar currently has a string height in the neighborhood of 5/64-3/64 from bass to treble, with light relief. Playing nicely.
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This is a rare limited edition, one of only 100 units. Aside from the low production numbers, the Brazilian rosewood for the year is uncommon now also. The bound headstock is a unique touch to this model, given that the rest is in a 28-style without a bound fingerboard. Perhaps worth mentioning again is the bracing on this one, 1/4” scalloped and forward shifted.
$10500
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