{"product_id":"martin-custom-shop-000-28-black-figured-walnut-with-case","title":"Martin Custom Shop 000-28 Figured Black Walnut With Sitka Spruce","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMartin Custom Shop 000-28 - The Cartographer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOver the years, Truetone Music has been to Nazareth, PA multiple times to spec out guitars to be custom built by Martin.  It's a long trip, but well worth it.  In a reversal, Martin recently came to California for the NAMM shows, and brought a load of exotic woods to choose from.  An exclusive appointment was set.  We were also thrilled by the prospect of being able to hand select our own wood, aided by Custom Shop representatives and tonewood experts.  That was the genesis of this guitar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe knew we wanted to represent an interesting variety as far as models and exotic woods, but we also wanted the guitars to sound as best they could, never sacrificing tone for bling.  This Martin Custom Shop version of a 000-28 with Figured Black Walnut and Sitka Spruce is a true example of that theory coming together in the best possible way.   It's a simple move to make - essentially a classic 000-28 with a unique pairing of wood, made with the best materials and craftsmanship from the top luthiers at the Martin Custom Shop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Walnut is a highly sought-after tonewood due to its stunning dark grain structure, particularly in the heartwood. The wood's color varies from dark to lighter shades of brown with distinct yellow or gold stripes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis known for producing a gorgeous musical tone with rich mid-range and crystal-clear high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003es.  Players have found love for a well-balanced tone that bridges the gap between rosewood and mahogany.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is light and not too dense, making it perfect for a smaller body guitar such as a 000.  The tone is rich and warm while still producing a focused attack, with tons of sustain.  We worked with the nice folks at Martin to find the most highly figured piece on hand, and the result was amazing.  We also chose a Sitka Spruce top, which is a bit warmer, to offer a balance.  It's a very focused tonewood, so this is perfect for fingerpicking.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven though the guitar was already going to be gorgeous, we decided to add Black Ebony binding, as well as Foden Style abalone inlays to the Black Ebony fretboard, to make it a bit more singular.   The look of the guitar itself would be enough, but the materials, construction and appointments make it all the more special.  In some ways, compared to other Martin Custom Shop guitars we've done, this is a simple design, but it's much more than that.  In the end, it's all about feel and sound - and this guitar has it all.  The grain on the back is especially intriguing.  Be sure to zoom in on the photos, not just to see the wood but also the purfling and other intricate details on the guitar.  Due to the way the grain looks, we've nicknamed this one \"The Cartographer\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe guitar is finished in gloss, with a satin finished Mahogany neck.  It has Martin’s popular modified low oval with high performance taper, making it very comfortable to play for hours. The radius is 16” with a nut width of 1 3\/4”.  It's a very easy to play guitar.  Other features included a tortoise shell pickguard and nickel Grover tuners.  The case is special too - it's a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom Shop Deluxe with Embroidery.  The guitar comes with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecertificate of authenticity.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny Martin 000-28 is going to be a special guitar, but this on a whole different level.  We were thrilled to be able to pick the wood out, and to now present this amazing Martin Custom Shop guitar.  Come to Truetone Music today to experience it, or order right here today.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfiguration: C23-028458\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial # 2799753\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Shape:  \"000\" Auditorium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by:  000-28 Style\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase Model Note: Wood Selected by Truetone and the Custom Shop\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppointment Level: Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdhesive: Modern Adhesive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop Material:  Premium Sitka Spruce, Grade 7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing Material, Top: Sitka Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing Pattern, Top:  X Brace \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing Pattern Number, Top:  19-A 000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing Shape, Top: Scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing Style, Top: Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing Size, Top: 5\/16\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack and Side Material:  Exceptionally Figured Black Walnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding Material: Black Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosette Style:  Style 28 Black Maple Fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Material: Mahogany \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile: Modified Low Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Taper: High Performance Taper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eString Spacing: 2 5\/32''\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuning Machines:  Grover Nickel V97-18NA StaTite 18:1 Vintage Button  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Material: Black Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Inlay:  Foden Style; 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