Martin Custom Shop Slope Shoulder Dread 1935 Sunburst 28 Style Adirondack / Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood w/case

Martin Custom Shop Slope Shoulder Dreadnought

 1935 Sunburst, 28 Style, Adirondack & Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood

Key Features:

• Top: Solid Adirondack spruce with authentic thickness, 1935 teardrop sunburst finish
• Back & Sides: Premium Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood
• Bracing: Adirondack spruce, scalloped Golden Era, forward-shifted X-bracing
• Body Style: Slope shoulder dreadnought, inspired by the HD-28
• Neck: Select hardwood, GE Modified Low Oval profile, High Performance Taper
• Fingerboard: Black ebony, 16" radius, Diamonds & Squares Long inlays, abalone
• Bridge: GE Modern Belly, black ebony, compensated bone saddle
• Nut & Saddle: Bone
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Frets: 14 frets clear of body, 20 total
• Tuners: Grover Nickel V97-18NA StaTite 18:1, vintage buttons
• Binding: Antique white
• Rosette: Style 45 black maple with mother of pearl diamonds
• Finish: Gloss body, satin neck, polished headplate
• Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0, medium gauge
• Case: Deluxe 5-ply hardshell case included
• Electronics: None (pure acoustic)

Product Description:

Discover uncompromising craftsmanship and timeless tone with the Martin Custom Shop Slope Shoulder Dreadnought, finished in a stunning 1935 teardrop sunburst. Handcrafted to the highest standards, this custom Martin blends legendary 28 Style appointments with rare, premium Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood back and sides—delivering exceptional resonance, clarity, and dynamic range.

The solid Adirondack spruce top is finished in a period-correct 1935 sunburst and features forward-shifted, scalloped Golden Era X-bracing for enhanced projection and vintage warmth. The classic slope shoulder dreadnought body, inspired by the iconic HD-28, provides rich bass, balanced mids, and articulate highs, making it the perfect acoustic guitar for both flatpickers and singer-songwriters.

A select hardwood neck with the comfortable GE Modified Low Oval profile and High Performance Taper is topped with a premium black ebony fingerboard adorned with long Diamonds & Squares abalone inlays. The GE Modern Belly ebony bridge, compensated bone saddle, and bone nut ensure solid intonation and sustain, while Grover StaTite open-gear tuners add classic looks and reliable tuning.

Elegant details like antique white binding, a Style 45 black maple rosette with mother of pearl diamonds, and a gloss body finish with satin neck create a luxurious vintage vibe. Every element, from the authentic top thickness to the herringbone top inlay and faux tortoise pickguard, is meticulously chosen for beauty and performance.

With no electronics, this Martin Custom Shop Slope Shoulder Dread is built for pure, uncompromised acoustic tone. It comes factory-strung with Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 medium gauge strings and includes a premium 5-ply hardshell case for ultimate protection.

If you’re searching for a world-class, American-made acoustic with classic Martin tone and breathtaking aesthetics, the Custom Shop Slope Shoulder Dreadnought 28 Style in 1935 Sunburst is a one-of-a-kind heirloom you’ll treasure for a lifetime.