Martin 5-28 Terz w/case

The Martin 5-28 Terz brings back one of the smallest and most distinctive body sizes in Martin’s lineup, designed for a unique tonal role rather than traditional accompaniment. Built as a 12-fret Size 5 instrument with a short 21.38" scale, it’s intended for Terz tuning—pitched a minor third higher than standard—producing a bright, bell-like voice that adds clarity and shimmer to layered arrangements.

Despite its compact footprint, the 5-28 Terz delivers surprising depth and musicality, thanks to its solid spruce top and East Indian rosewood back and sides. Style 28 appointments give it a refined look and feel, while its versatility allows it to be tuned to standard pitch when needed, making it equally useful as a songwriting tool, studio texture instrument, or travel companion.

Highlights

• Ultra-compact Size 5 Terz body with 12-fret design
• Short 21.38" scale optimized for Terz tuning
• Spruce top with East Indian rosewood back and sides
• Focused, bell-like tone with strong clarity and shimmer
• Style 28 appointments with classic aesthetic details

Specifications

Body

• Body Size: 5 Terz 12 Fret
• Top Material: Spruce
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Top Color: Aging Toner
• Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
• Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
• Back & Side Finish: Gloss
• Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
• Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped

Neck

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Scale Length: 21.38"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Style 28
• Nut Width: 1 3/4"
• Frets: 18

Hardware

• Tuners: Nickel Open Gear
• Bridge: Ebony
• Saddle: Bone
• Pickguard: None

Electronics

• Electronics: None

Miscellaneous

• Serial Number:
• Case: Hardshell Included
  
• Left-Handed Availability: Yes
• Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Custom Light (MA535T)

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

Tone Shop Guitars is the premier Martin dealer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area — and beyond. Our staff are players and enthusiasts who know these instruments inside and out, and we hand-inspect every guitar before it leaves our doors. When you buy a Martin from us, you're not just getting a great guitar — you're getting the expertise, the care, and the follow-through that a purchase like this deserves. Stop by any of our three DFW locations or shop online with confidence. We're here to help you find the right one.