Rising from Martin’s legendary dreadnought lineage, the Super HD-28 pushes the format to new heights with a bold, resonant design built for players who demand projection, clarity and tonal richness in any setting. Its innovative Super D-14 fret body retains the iconic dreadnought silhouette while increasing internal air volume by nearly 20%, producing a deeper, louder voice that carries effortlessly on stage or in the studio. Handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, the Super HD-28 pairs a solid spruce top with East Indian rosewood back and sides for a complex, dynamic tonal palette, while the GE Modified Low Oval neck and ebony fingerboard deliver speed, precision and comfort. Classic Style 28 appointments, including herringbone trim, abalone diamond-and-square inlays and an ebony bridge, complete a visually striking and meticulously crafted instrument.

Super D-14 Fret Body With Forward-Shifted X-Bracing

The foundation of the Super HD-28 is its Super D-14 fret body, engineered to maximize resonance, sustain and overall volume. Increased internal air volume enhances low-end presence and expands dynamic range, allowing everything from delicate fingerpicked passages to aggressive barre chords to project with authority. Forward-shifted Golden Era scalloped X-bracing, crafted from carefully selected spruce, improves top responsiveness and articulation, maintaining clarity and separation across the tonal spectrum. Together, the body and bracing create a voice that is powerful, balanced and versatile without sacrificing nuance.

Spruce Top and East Indian Rosewood Back and Sides

The Super HD-28’s solid spruce top delivers strong projection, articulate note definition and shimmering high-end detail, while East Indian rosewood back and sides contribute deep lows, warm mids and complex overtones. This time-honored tonewood pairing produces a voice prized for its clarity, power and musical depth. Whether strumming, flatpicking or fingerstyle playing, the spruce and rosewood combination responds dynamically to changes in touch. An aging toner finish highlights the natural beauty of the woods while preserving their acoustic character.

GE Modified Low Oval Neck for Precise Playability

The Super HD-28 features a GE Modified Low Oval neck with a High-Performance Taper, offering a smooth, ergonomic feel for confident movement across the fretboard. Joined at the 14th fret with a traditional dovetail joint, the neck provides comfortable access to all 20 frets. An ebony fingerboard delivers a glassy, articulate attack with excellent durability, while abalone diamond-and-square inlays provide clear visual reference. Combined with the 25.4" scale length, bone nut and saddle and a meticulously Plek’d setup, this design supports fast runs, complex chord voicings and expressive bends with consistent feel and stability.

Premium Hardware and Classic Style 28 Appointments

The Super HD-28 showcases authentic Style 28 appointments that balance performance and visual refinement. An ebony GE modern belly bridge with a drop-in bone saddle and bone bridge pins promotes efficient string energy transfer and sustain. Nickel open-gear tuners offer smooth, accurate tuning, while antique white binding, herringbone trim and a multi-stripe Style 28 rosette frame the instrument with understated elegance. Details such as the ebony fingerboard and solid East Indian rosewood headplate reinforce durability, precision and Martin’s enduring visual identity.

A Super Dreadnought Built for Modern Performance

The Martin Super HD-28 blends tradition and innovation into a powerful, stage-ready acoustic guitar. Its Super D body, forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing, spruce top and rosewood back and sides deliver commanding projection with balance and expressive range. Refined neck shaping, premium hardware and an ebony fingerboard ensure precise playability, while iconic Style 28 appointments complete its classic presentation. Handcrafted in Martin’s Pennsylvania-based workshops, the Super HD-28 is built for players who require maximum projection, nuanced tone and professional-grade performance for studio and stage use.