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Martin 012-28 12-Fret Modern Deluxe Acoustic Guitar

Includes Hardshell Case
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The Martin 012-28 12-Fret Modern Deluxe is a refined acoustic guitar that perfectly balances vintage styling with state-of-the-art performance features. Its VTS-treated Sitka spruce top emulates the complex, broken-in sound of a decades-old Martin, while East Indian rosewood back and sides provide lush overtones and rich sustain. The 12-fret design enhances the guitar’s warmth and resonance, making it ideal for nuanced fingerstyle playing and articulate chord work.

Modern upgrades like a carbon fiber composite bridge plate and Liquidmetal® bridge pins improve sustain and volume without adding weight. The slim Vintage Deluxe neck profile and short 24.9" scale length ensure smooth, effortless fretting across the ebony fingerboard. Flamed European maple binding and abalone inlays lend the guitar a touch of elegance, making it as visually captivating as it is tonally inspiring.

Features:

  • VTS-treated Sitka spruce top for rich, aged tone and enhanced responsiveness

  • East Indian rosewood back and sides deliver warmth and complex overtones

  • Carbon fiber bridge plate and Liquidmetal® pins boost sustain and volume

  • Vintage Deluxe neck profile with short scale for effortless playability

  • Elegant flamed maple binding and abalone inlays for premium aesthetics

  • String Type:Steel
  • Number of Strings:6
  • Left-/Right-handed:Right-handed
  • Body Shape:012-28 Modern Deluxe
  • Back & Sides Wood:East Indian Rosewood
  • Top Wood:Spruce
  • Finish:Gloss
  • Color:Natural
  • Body Bracing:X-bracing
  • Binding:European Flamed Maple
  • Neck Wood:Mahogany
  • Neck Shape:Vintage Deluxe
  • Radius:16"
  • Fingerboard Material:Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay:Abalone Diamonds and Squares
  • Number of Frets:20
  • Scale Length:24.9"
  • Nut Width:1.81"
  • Nut/Saddle Material:Bone/Bone
  • Bridge Material:Ebony
  • Tuning Machines:Side Mount Open Gear with Gold buttons
  • Strings:Acoustic Light (S540T)
  • Case/Gig Bag:Hardshell Case

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Returns

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  • Returns, exchanges, repairs, or credits are available for faulty or misdescribed items

  • Return requests should be made within 7 days of delivery

  • Freight charges aren’t refundable

  • Non-faulty returns may incur return shipping and a small restocking fee

  • Opened consumables (including strings and picks) can’t be returned

Returns are assessed case-by-case so we can ensure the fairest outcome for everyone.

  • We aim to show the exact guitar in stock whenever possible

  • For one-of-a-kind or preowned instruments, photos will always be of the actual guitar you’ll receive

  • Production models may vary slightly in timber grain, colour, finish, or hardware due to natural materials

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  • Where multiple guitars are available, you can choose the exact one you receive

Please note: natural cosmetic variations aren’t considered faults, but if you have any questions about appearance, we’re always happy to help before purchase.