{"product_id":"martin-000-28-modern-deluxe-european-red-spruce-w-vts-rosewood","title":"Martin 000-28 Modern Deluxe European Red Spruce w\/ VTS - Rosewood Acoustic Guitar","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMartin 000-28 Modern Deluxe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVintage Martin Soul. Modern Martin Innovation.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Martin 000-28 Modern Deluxe represents Martin Guitar at its finest—a beautifully crafted 000-size instrument that combines the unmistakable voice of a classic Martin with some of the most advanced materials and construction techniques Martin has ever developed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePart of Martin’s prestigious Modern Deluxe Series, the 000-28 Modern Deluxe features a premium European Red Spruce top treated with Martin’s Vintage Tone System® (VTS), beautiful solid East Indian Rosewood back and sides, Golden Era-inspired Adirondack spruce bracing, and a remarkable collection of modern enhancements including a carbon-fiber bridge plate, Liquidmetal® bridge pins, titanium truss rod, and EVO gold frets.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe result is a guitar with the warmth, complexity, responsiveness, and character of a great vintage Martin—but with the precision, stability, and playability expected from a modern professional instrument.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a lot of Martin for the money.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e💵 0% Financing Available\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMake this exceptional Martin yours with 0% financing on most guitars.\u2028Ask Tobias Music for current financing options and terms.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Professionally installed pickup available. Contact us for option.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Why You’ll Love This Guitar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe 000-28 has long been one of Martin’s most versatile body shapes. It offers a wonderfully comfortable playing experience while delivering far more tonal authority than its compact dimensions might suggest.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Modern Deluxe version takes that classic formula to another level.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe VTS-treated European Red Spruce top brings exceptional responsiveness and a beautifully mature tonal character. The East Indian Rosewood back and sides add depth, warmth, sustain, and harmonic complexity, while the Golden Era-style scalloped Adirondack bracing allows the top to respond freely.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThen Martin adds the modern technology.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe lightweight carbon-fiber bridge plate, Liquidmetal bridge pins, titanium truss rod, and EVO gold frets aren’t simply cosmetic upgrades—they are carefully selected components designed to improve the guitar’s performance, longevity, responsiveness, and playability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt is a vintage-inspired Martin built with tomorrow’s technology.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Why We Chose This Guitar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAt Tobias Music, we have been working with Martin guitars for 47 years, and we’ve had the opportunity to experience virtually every generation of Martin’s instruments.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe 000-28 Modern Deluxe stands out because Martin managed to preserve what players love about a traditional 28-style Martin while incorporating modern materials in places where they genuinely make a difference.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe 000 body is especially appealing to players who want something more comfortable and intimate than a dreadnought without sacrificing tonal depth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor fingerstyle, flatpicking, singer-songwriter work, recording, and everyday playing, the 000-28 Modern Deluxe is an exceptionally versatile instrument.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAnd when you pick one up, it simply feels like a very special Martin.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Our Expert Opinion\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis is one of the most complete 000-size Martins Martin makes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe combination of European Red Spruce with VTS and East Indian Rosewood gives this guitar tremendous tonal sophistication. It has the clarity and headroom to respond to a strong attack, but it is equally comfortable with a lighter touch.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe 000 body produces a beautifully balanced tonal spectrum with focused mids, articulate highs, and a surprisingly powerful low end. It is extremely responsive to dynamics, making it particularly rewarding for players who use their right hand to shape their sound.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Modern Deluxe features also make a difference. The carbon-fiber bridge plate and Liquidmetal bridge pins contribute to the guitar’s impressive projection and energy, while the Vintage Deluxe neck and EVO gold frets provide a wonderfully refined playing experience.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf you want the soul of a vintage Martin with the advantages of modern engineering, this is exactly the kind of guitar you should be looking at.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Tone Profile\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTone Character: Warm, rich, clear, responsive\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBass: Deep and controlled\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMidrange: Focused, woody, and vocal\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTreble: Clear, articulate, and sparkling\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProjection: Excellent\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSustain: Excellent\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eResponsiveness: Exceptional\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDynamic Range: Extremely wide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe combination of European Red Spruce and East Indian Rosewood produces a sophisticated voice with plenty of headroom and harmonic complexity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe 000 body keeps the sound balanced and articulate, making this guitar especially effective for fingerstyle and recording while still providing plenty of power for strumming and flatpicking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Modern Deluxe Innovation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Modern Deluxe Series was designed to combine Martin’s traditional craftsmanship with forward-thinking materials and engineering. Martin describes the series as a blend of time-honored construction and modern refinements designed to increase volume, comfort, responsiveness, and performance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e* Vintage Tone System® (VTS)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe European Red Spruce top is treated with Martin’s Vintage Tone System®, a process designed to reproduce some of the tonal characteristics and appearance associated with naturally aged vintage spruce.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe result is a top that feels remarkably mature and responsive.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e* Carbon-Fiber Bridge Plate\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe lightweight carbon-fiber bridge plate provides exceptional strength while minimizing added mass. This allows the top to respond efficiently while contributing to clarity, sustain, and projection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e* Liquidmetal® Bridge Pins\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMartin’s Liquidmetal bridge pins are engineered to maximize energy transfer through the bridge. They are one of the signature features of the Modern Deluxe Series.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e* Titanium Truss Rod\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe two-way titanium truss rod is substantially lighter than a traditional steel truss rod while providing excellent strength and adjustability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e* EVO Gold Frets\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEVO gold fretwire provides a smooth playing surface and exceptional durability while adding a distinctive gold appearance that complements the Modern Deluxe aesthetic.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eModel: Martin 000-28 Modern Deluxe\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSeries: Modern Deluxe Series\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBody Size: 000-14 Fret\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eConstruction: Dovetail Neck Joint\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTop: Solid European Red Spruce with Vintage Tone System® (VTS)\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Solid East Indian Rosewood\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTop Bracing: Golden Era-style scalloped Adirondack Spruce X-bracing with VTS\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBridge Plate: Carbon Fiber\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBridge: Ebony, Modern Belly, Drop-In Saddle\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBridge Pins: Liquidmetal® with red acrylic dots\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSaddle: Compensated Bone\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFingerboard: Ebony\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFingerboard Inlays: Abalone Diamonds and Squares Long Pattern\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNeck: Select Mahogany\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNeck Shape: Vintage Deluxe\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u2028Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNeck Finish: Satin\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eScale Length: 24.9”\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNut Width: 1 3\/4”\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1\/8”\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFrets: 20, EVO Gold\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNeck Joint: 14th Fret\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTruss Rod: Two-Way Titanium\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHeadplate: East Indian Rosewood\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTuners: Waverly Gold Open-Gear with Butterbean Knobs\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBinding: European Flamed Maple\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePickguard: Tortoise Pattern\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRosette: Style 28 Multi-Stripe\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eLogo: 1933 C.F. Martin Script in Pearl\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFinish: Gloss body \/ Satin neck\u2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCase: Martin Ply Hardshell Case\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFactory Pleked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Who It’s Perfect For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Martin 000-28 Modern Deluxe is an outstanding choice for:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFingerstyle players looking for exceptional responsiveness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSinger-songwriters who want a balanced, comfortable Martin\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRecording musicians who need clarity and tonal detail\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlatpickers who want articulation without the size of a dreadnought\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlayers who prefer a smaller, comfortable body\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVintage Martin enthusiasts who appreciate modern improvements\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSerious Martin collectors\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e●\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProfessional players looking for a premium all-purpose acoustic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a guitar that can comfortably move from the living room to the recording studio to the stage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Tobias Music Insight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThere are a lot of great 000 Martins. The 000-28 Modern Deluxe is something different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhat makes this guitar so compelling is that Martin didn’t simply add expensive appointments to a traditional 000.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThey went after the fundamental things that affect how an acoustic guitar performs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe VTS European Red Spruce top, Adirondack Golden Era bracing, lightweight carbon-fiber bridge plate, Liquidmetal bridge pins, titanium truss rod, and EVO gold frets all serve a purpose.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAnd underneath all of that technology is the traditional Martin foundation: solid tonewoods, a genuine dovetail neck joint, classic 28-style construction, and the unmistakable Martin voice.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThat’s what makes the Modern Deluxe Series so interesting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt’s not trying to replace a vintage Martin. It’s Martin’s attempt to build a modern Martin that can earn a place beside one.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e✅ Why Buy From Tobias Music?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNearly Five Decades of Martin Experience\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTobias Music has been a Martin Guitar dealer for 47 years. That kind of experience gives us a perspective on Martin guitars that is difficult to duplicate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe’ve watched Martin evolve through generations while remaining true to the fundamental principles that have made the brand legendary.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eExpert Selection \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEvery guitar we sell receives the attention it deserves before it leaves Tobias Music. Our goal isn’t simply to ship you a guitar—we want you to receive an instrument that is playing its best.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA Guitar Shop That Understands Guitars\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTobias Music isn’t a general music retailer that happens to sell acoustic guitars. Acoustic guitars are at the heart of what we do.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOur experience includes decades of guitar building, repair, restoration, setup, and professional evaluation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhen you buy a premium Martin from Tobias Music, you’re buying from people who understand what makes a great acoustic guitar great.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Martin Guitar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47855183069361,"sku":null,"price":4599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/9151\/9921\/files\/martin-000-28-modern-deluxe-front.jpg?v=1787028028","url":"https:\/\/tobiasmusic.com\/products\/martin-000-28-modern-deluxe-european-red-spruce-w-vts-rosewood","provider":"Tobias Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}