C. F. Martin & Co / DC28E / 1981 / Natural / Guitar
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Introduced in 1981, the DC28E was Martin’s offering to compete with the emergence of cutaway electro acoustics. Although comparing it to the likes of Taylor and Takamine in a little unfair - the Martin’s acoustic tone is, as you’d expect, far superior. As well as a cutaway it also features an oval soundhole, which it rather eye catching. This example is from the first year of issue, and as a 41 year old guitar, it’s matured really well. Featuring the classic combination of Spruce top with Rosewood back and sides, the guitar has a rich, deep tone, very resonant, with a deep bass and well balanced mids and trebles. The neck is very comfortable as is the playing action. The original pickup has been upgraded to a high end LR Baggs I-Beam active blend system, and the original shoulder controls have been plugged. Other than that, the guitar’s in very good condition, with the right amount of playwear for it’s age. The guitar comes in a non original hard case.
Glenns Guitars, UK 
Welcome to Glenn's Guitars here on Vintage & Rare. After many years in the industry, and having been fortunate enough to have worked in Hanks and The Acoustic Centre - probably London's two foremost acoustic guitar shops - I decided to do my own thing.
I have a passion for used and vintage acoustic guitars; nearly new second hand guitars because they can represent a bargain compared to the price of a new guitar, older and vintage guitars because they tend to have more character and can often become an investment.
You will notice when viewing my stock list my taste in guitars, as I only sell guitars that I genuinely like - and there are certain brands noticeable by their absence. I am a huge fan of older Gibson, Martin and Guild acoustics, but also more boutique brands such as Lowden and Collings.
I will consider part exchange if it makes your desired guitar a little easier to afford. I also offer a guitar finding service, if there's something specific you're looking for.
If you are happy to buy over the internet, I will send you as many high resolution photos and as much information about the guitar you're interested in as I can. If you can get to me - I'm based in Enfield, only 30 minutes from London Liverpool Street Station - you can always make an appointment with me and come and try some of the guitars out first.
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