Martin - Custom Shop 0-28
The Custom Shop 0-28 answers demand for the 0 body size with premium tonewoods and hand-shaped Adirondack Golden Era bracing—delivering deep bass, rich overtones, and an intimate voice in a high-end Custom Shop build designed as an accessible gateway to custom craftsmanship.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Hand-shaped Adirondack Golden Era bracing pattern optimizes projection in 0-body format; premium tonewoods throughout; Custom Shop build quality with individual attention to voicing; delivers disproportionate bass and overtone richness relative to body dimensions.
Suited for fingerstyle and classical technique; compact size demands minimal reach, ideal for smaller hands or travel; Custom Shop instrument requires proper humidity control and occasional professional setup; premium pricing reflects hand-craftsmanship rather than production efficiency.
A rare opportunity to own Custom Shop craftsmanship in the intimate 0-body format. The Adirondack bracing elevates the small frame beyond its typical limitations, offering serious tonal depth and individual character at a gateway price point for Martin's bespoke tier.
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Custom Shop 0-28
The Custom Shop 0-28 answers player demand for the 0 body size with a high-end Custom Shop offering built from in-demand premium materials. A solid Adirondack spruce top with aging toner pairs with solid East Indian rosewood back and sides to produce warm, resonant tone with deep bass and rich overtones—balanced by the clarity and focus the 0 body is known for. A vintage gloss finish on the body and neck complements its classic look and feel, while hand-shaped Adirondack Golden Era scalloped X-bracing enhances vintage-inspired resonance, sustain, and dynamic response. Style 28 appointments—including grained ivoroid binding, bold herringbone top inlay, and diamond and square fingerboard inlays—add timeless visual character. Designed as an accessible gateway to Custom Shop quality, it brings heirloom-level tone and craftsmanship within reach.
Highlights
- 0-14 Fret body size
- East Indian Rosewood back and sides
- Adirondack Spruce top with Aging Toner top color
- GE Modified Low Oval neck with High-Performance Taper
- 1 3/4'' fingerboard width at nut
- Hardshell case
- Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light
Top |
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| Top Material | Adirondack Spruce |
| Finish Top | Vintage Gloss |
| Top Color | Aging Toner |
| Top Inlay Material | Bold Herringbone |
| Top Detail | None |
| Binding | Grained Ivoroid |
| Bridge Material | Ebony |
| Bridge Style | GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle |
| Bridge String Spacing | 2 5/32" |
| Bridge Pin Material | Bone |
| Bridge Pin Dots | Faux Tortoise |
| Pickguard | Faux Tortoise |
| Pickguard Inlay | None |
| Rosette | Style 28 Multi-Stripe |
| Saddle | Bone |
| Saddle Radius | 16" |
Body |
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| Body Size | 0-14 Fret |
| Construction | Dovetail Neck Joint |
| Back Material | East Indian Rosewood |
| Side Material | East Indian Rosewood |
| Back and Side Finish | Vintage Gloss |
| Back and Sides Color | Natural |
| Back Detail | None |
| Side Detail | None |
| Back Purfling/Strip | Style 28 with Black Stripe |
| Back Inlay Material | Multi-Stripe |
| Side Inlay Material | None |
| Bracing Pattern | X-Brace |
| Brace Shape | GE-Scalloped Hand Shaped |
| Brace Material | Adirondack Spruce |
| Brace Size | 1/4" |
| Heelcap | Grained Ivoroid |
| Endpiece | Grained Ivoroid |
| Endpiece Inlay | Multi-Stripe |
Neck |
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| Neck Shape | GE Modified Low Oval |
| Neck Taper | High-Performance Taper |
| Neck Material | Genuine Mahogany |
| Neck Color | Dark Mahogany |
| Finish Neck | Vintage Gloss |
| Scale Length | 24.9" |
| Number of Frets Total | 20 |
| Neck Joins Body At | 14th Fret |
| Fingerboard Material | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret | 2 1/8'' |
| Fingerboard Width at Nut | 1 3/4'' |
| Fingerboard Inlay Style | Diamond & Square Long |
| Fingerboard Inlay Material | Abalone |
| Fingerboard Binding Material | None |
| Side Dots | White |
Headstock |
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| Headstock Shape | Solid with Square Taper and Diamond |
| Headplate Material | East Indian Rosewood |
| Headplate Logo Style | Authentic Style Script Overlay |
| Headplate Binding Material | None |
| Tuning Machines | Nickel Open Gear |
| Knob | Butterbean |
| Nut Material | Bone |
Misc |
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| Case | Hardshell |
| Label | None |
| Electronics | None |
| Left Handed Availability | true |
| Pleked | true |
Martin guitars have defined the acoustic instrument landscape since 1833, earning a reputation as the gold standard for craftsmanship and tonal excellence. The company's dedication to premium materials and meticulous construction has made Martin synonymous with quality across generations of musicians.
The Custom Shop represents Martin's pinnacle of personalization and artisanal skill, where master builders apply decades of lutherie knowledge to create instruments tailored to individual specifications. Each Custom Shop guitar reflects Martin's commitment to hand-crafted excellence and the pursuit of sonic perfection.
