Detail 01
25-inch scale length
It is described as reducing string tension, helping bends and quick passages feel easier.
Product detailSKU #1500000448501
MartinBilly Strings Signature D-28 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar - Natural
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built around a 25-inch scale and a 1-23/32-inch nut, the Billy Strings Signature D-28 puts its playing changes at the center of the design. The shorter scale is described as reducing string tension for bends and quick passages, while the Modified Low Oval mahogany neck has a satin finish. A solid spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides supply dynamic response, projection, balanced tone, and strong bass response in a D-14-fret dreadnought format. Each guitar also carries a custom paper label with preprinted Billy Strings signature and graphic.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fast bluegrass runs and bends supported by the 25-inch scale’s reduced string tension.
- Flatpicked or strummed acoustic parts needing dreadnought projection and strong bass response.
- Players who want the Billy Strings signature model’s custom label and vintage-inspired visual details.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing onboard electronics, as electronics are listed as none.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
1-23/32-inch nut width
This is the model’s listed slimmer nut width.
Detail 03
Forward-shifted GE-scalloped X-bracing
It is part of the guitar’s bracing construction alongside its solid spruce top.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The guitar has no electronics.
- 02A hardshell case is included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the Billy Strings D-28 have onboard electronics?
No. Electronics are listed as none.
02What case comes with the guitar?
It includes a hardshell case.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Electronics
- None
8 detailsPlayability
- Nut Material
- Bone
- Number of Frets Total
- 20
- Recommended Strings
- Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Medium MA550T
- Number of Strings
- 6
- Bridge String Spacing
- 2-5/32 inch
- Fingerboard Width At Nut
- 1-23/32 inch
- Scale Length
- 25
- Neck Shape
- Modified Low Oval
28 detailsBody & build
- Brace Material
- Spruce
- Color
- Natural
- Bridge Material
- Ebony
- Binding
- Antique White
- Neck Joins Body At
- 14th Fret
- Bridge Pin Material
- Bone
- Finish Top
- Gloss
- Body Size
- D-14 Fret
- Top Material
- Spruce
- Back and Sides Color
- None
- Body Finish
- Gloss
- Top Color
- Antique Toner
- Neck Wood
- Genuine mahogany
- Fingerboard Inlay Style
- Diamond and Square Long
- Finish Neck
- Satin
- Neck Color
- Dark mahogany
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Pickguard
- Faux Tortoise
- Back and Sides
- East Indian rosewood
- Body Style
- GE-scalloped
- Bridge Style
- Modern Belly - Drop in saddle
- Bridge Pin Dots
- Black Plastic
- Fingerboard Inlay Material
- Abalone
- Tuning Machines
- Nickel Enclosed Gear
- Body Shape
- GE-scalloped
- Side Dots
- White
- Neck Taper
- Standard taper
- Back and Side Finish
- Gloss
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Hardshell
7 detailsOther
- Pleked
- Yes
- Rosette
- Style 28 Multi-stripe
- Saddle
- Compensated bone
- Knob
- Butterbean
- Bracing Pattern
- Forward Shifted X brace
- Endpiece
- Antique White
- Bracing Shape
- GE-scalloped
