Martin D-28 Billy Strings w/case

Martin D-28 Billy Strings Overview The Martin D-28 Billy Strings is a signature dreadnought built around the feel and response of Billy’s prized 1940 D-28, with thoughtful updates to match his fast, expressive playing style. At the core is a slightly shorter 25" scale length, which reduces string tension and gives the guitar a more relaxed, responsive feel—ideal for quick runs, bends, and dynamic flatpicking. Paired with a modified low oval neck and standard taper, it offers a comfortable, familiar grip that stays out of the way whether you’re playing rhythm or lead. Tonally, this model stays grounded in classic D-28 territory with a spruce top and East Indian rosewood back and sides, delivering a full low end, clear highs, and strong projection. Forward-shifted GE-scalloped bracing helps open up the top for added responsiveness and depth. Vintage-inspired appointments like bold herringbone trim and antique toner round out the look, while subtle spec changes make this a distinct take on a well-known platform. Highlights Signature model inspired by Billy Strings’ 1940 D-28 25" scale length for reduced tension and fast playability East Indian rosewood back and sides with spruce top Forward-shifted GE-scalloped bracing for enhanced response Modified low oval neck with slightly wider 1 23/32" nut width Specifications Body Body Size: D-14 Fret Top Material: Spruce Top Finish: Gloss Top Color: Antique Toner Back & Sides Material: East Indian Rosewood Back & Sides Finish: Gloss Back & Sides Color: Natural Bracing Pattern: Forward-Shifted X-Brace Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped Brace Material: Spruce Brace Size: 5/16" Binding: Antique White Top Inlay: Bold Herringbone Rosette: Style 28 Multi-Stripe Back Purfling/Strip: Zig-Zag Neck Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval Neck Taper: Standard Taper Scale Length: 25" Fingerboard Material: Ebony Fingerboard Inlay: Diamond and Square Long (Abalone) Nut Width: 1 23/32" Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8" Number of Frets: 20 Hardware Bridge Material: Ebony Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle Saddle: Compensated Bone Nut: Bone Tuning Machines: Nickel Enclosed Gear with Butterbean Knobs Bridge Pins: Bone with Black Plastic Dots Electronics Electronics: None Miscellaneous Case: Hardshell Country of Origin: USA Other: Signature model with pre-printed Billy Strings label Other: Pleked from factory Other: Left-handed availability Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars? Tone Shop Guitars is the premier Martin dealer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area — and beyond. Our staff are players and enthusiasts who know these instruments inside and out, and we hand-inspect every guitar before it leaves our doors. When you buy a Martin from us, you're not just getting a great guitar — you're getting the expertise, the care, and the follow-through that a purchase like this deserves. Stop by any of our three DFW locations or shop online with confidence. We're here to help you find the right one.