Martin D-28 Billy Strings

The Martin D-28 Billy Strings takes inspiration from Billy's beloved 1940 D-28 while incorporating a handful of modern refinements tailored to his fast, fluid playing style. At first glance, it carries the timeless look of a pre-war-style Martin, complete with bold herringbone trim, antique white binding, and East Indian rosewood construction. Underneath, however, this signature model introduces a unique 25" scale length and custom nut width that reduce string tension and make intricate runs, bends, and rapid-fire bluegrass licks feel effortless.

Designed to bridge vintage tone and modern playability, the D-28 Billy Strings delivers the rich low end, strong projection, and clear articulation that have made the D-28 one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever built. The Modified Low Oval neck profile and satin finish provide a comfortable feel up and down the neck, while custom details such as Billy's pre-printed signature label make this a fitting tribute to one of today's most influential acoustic players.

Specs: Spruce top with antique toner; East Indian rosewood back and sides; D-14 fret body size; dovetail neck joint construction; forward-shifted X-bracing; GE-scalloped spruce bracing; genuine mahogany neck; Modified Low Oval neck profile with Standard Taper; ebony fingerboard; abalone diamond and square long pattern inlays; 20 frets; 25" scale length; 1 23/32" bone nut; ebony modern belly bridge with drop-in saddle; compensated bone saddle; bone bridge pins with black plastic dots; bold herringbone top inlay; Style 28 multi-stripe rosette; antique white binding; faux tortoise pickguard; zig-zag back strip; East Indian rosewood headplate; Authentic Style CFM script overlay; nickel enclosed gear tuners with butterbean knobs; satin neck finish. Gloss Natural finish. Hardshell case. Paper label w/ model name and pre-printed Billy Strings signature.