Description
A used Martin SC-28e. This is a showroom model that has seen almost no use and is in fantastic condition. The guitar will ship with all original factory documentation and packaging. Additionally, before shipment our luthiers will provide a professional inspection and full setup, so it arrives ready to play. If you have any questions about this instrument or any of our great gear, please send us a message!
*Please note--these may not be the photos of the actual guitar for sale.
The Martin SC-28E Spruce and Rosewood Acoustic-Electric in Natural represents a bold evolution of classic Martin tone. Designed for players who want full upper fret access without sacrificing traditional sound, the SC-28E blends forward thinking engineering with familiar Style 28 elegance. If you love rosewood depth and spruce clarity but crave modern comfort and stage ready performance, this model delivers both in one refined package.
Built with a solid spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, the SC-28E produces the deep bass and rich overtones players associate with classic Martin acoustics. The gloss finish with Aging Toner gives it a timeless visual warmth, while the Tone Tension X-Brace design, featuring treble side scalloping and scalloped tone bars, enhances responsiveness and projection. An internal soundboard recurve further supports low end presence, giving the guitar a fuller voice despite its sleek body profile.
Where the SC-28E truly stands apart is its patented Sure Align linear dovetail neck joint and 13th fret cutaway design. This system shifts the neck geometry to provide effortless access all the way up the fingerboard, making high register playing feel natural and unrestricted. The Low Profile Velocity neck carve with a satin finish fits comfortably in the hand, and the High-Performance taper combined with a 1 3/4 inch nut width ensures clean articulation for both fingerstyle and flatpicking. The 25.4 inch scale length maintains clarity and projection, while the ebony fingerboard and bridge provide a smooth, durable playing surface.
For amplified performance, the SC-28E is equipped with either Fishman Aura VT Blend or LR Baggs Anthem electronics depending on configuration. Both systems are known for preserving the natural acoustic character while offering reliable, feedback resistant stage tone. From intimate acoustic sets to full band performances, this guitar transitions seamlessly from unplugged warmth to plugged in clarity.
Visually, the SC-28E balances innovation with tradition. Antique white binding frames the gloss top, accented by multi-stripe rosette and purfling details. The ebony bridge with white plastic pins and tortoise pattern dots pairs beautifully with the tortoise pickguard, while the Style 28 fingerboard inlays in mother of pearl add a refined touch. Nickel open gear tuners with butterbean knobs complete the classic aesthetic.
At Cream City Music, we love recommending the SC-28E to players who want modern ergonomics without losing the unmistakable Martin voice. It is a thoughtfully engineered instrument that feels effortless to play and inspiring to hear; a true bridge between tradition and innovation.
Specifications:
- Body Size: S-13 Fret Cutaway
- Top: Spruce, Gloss with Aging Toner
- Top Inlay: Multi-Stripe
- Binding: Antique White
- Back and Sides: East Indian Rosewood, Gloss
- Back Purfling/Strip: Style 28 with Black Stripe
- Rosette: Multi-Stripe
- Bracing: Tone Tension X-Brace, Treble Side Scalloped X with Scalloped Tone Bars, Spruce, 5/16" with 1/4" Tone Bars
- Bridge: Ebony Sloped Modern Belly with Drop-In Compensated Bone Saddle
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
- Saddle Radius: 16"
- Bridge Pins: White Plastic with Tortoise Pattern Dots
- Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
- Construction: Sure Align Linear Dovetail Neck Joint
- Internal Feature: Soundboard Recurve
- Neck: Select Hardwood, Satin Dark Mahogany
- Neck Shape: Low Profile Velocity
- Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Nut Width: 1 3/4"
- Nut: Bone
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Fingerboard Width: 1 3/4" at Nut, 2 1/8" at 12th Fret
- Frets: 20
- Neck Joins Body At: 13th Fret
- Fingerboard Inlay: Style 28, Mother of Pearl
- Side Dots: White
- Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear with Butterbean Knobs
- Headstock: Solid with Square Taper
- Headplate: East Indian Rosewood with Script Old Style Overlay Logo
- Electronics: Fishman Aura VT Blend or LR Baggs Anthem
- Strings: LUXE BY MARTIN Kovar
- Case: Molded Hardshell Case Included
Sku: SC28E
