Martin 2002 000-28EC

Product Description

Martin / 2002 000-28EC

Eric Clapton and his 000-size Martin captivated guitarists around the world on 1992's "MTV Unplugged" and sparked a revival of acoustic blues.
Do you long for the superb vintage tone - dry yet lustrous - that rang out on that legendary stage, but hesitate because prewar and vintage 000-28s are astronomically priced and too risky to use on demanding stages?

On the other hand, even with a brand-new current signature model, you face the enormous amount of time it takes for the wood to release its true potential, and it is in the nature of working players to want the response and seasoned character of a guitar that has been played in.
Yet whether to spend on an expensive vintage guitar, or to compromise on sound and break in a brand-new model from zero, is a very difficult choice for guitarists looking for a lifelong partner they can use hard on the job.

The wisest and finest answer to that ultimate dilemma is this 2002 Martin 000-28EC, aged over more than 20 years into a superb voice and ready for real-world use.

- Dignified vintage looks recalling the legendary stage
Herringbone binding and open-gear tuners following the prewar style, and a vintage toner finish recreating a beautifully aged color.
And Eric Clapton's signature inlay shining at the 20th fret.
It gives off a special aura under stage lights and deeply satisfies the joy of owning an iconic model.

- Superb response and blues tone brought out by over 20 years
More than 20 years have passed since it was built in 2002, and the Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides have dried and aged to just the right degree.
Scalloped X bracing and the exquisite tension of the 000's short scale bring out a full midrange that a new guitar doesn't have, and a superb blues tone that is both earthy and sparkling.

- A modified V neck with excellent playability for demanding jobs
It has a modified V neck with a shape that feels like it sticks to your hand, supporting Clapton's playing style.
Bluesy grips with the thumb hooked over the neck and the nuances of delicate fingerpicking come across directly, with nothing lost.
Its greatest appeal is its high practicality: without worrying about the excessive delicacy of an old guitar, you can play it hard as your main instrument at today's demanding live shows and recording sessions.

Going beyond the bounds of a signature model, the 000-28EC continues to be valued worldwide as one pinnacle of the finished 000-28.
In particular, a good early-2000s example with a well-matured, ready-to-go voice that you can use without worry is truly a once-in-a-lifetime encounter.

Please experience for yourself, with your own fingertips, the rich resonance grown over more than 20 years and a supreme tone carrying the breath of a legend.
Feel free to contact us for condition details or to try it.

[SPEC]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Indian Rosewood
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Ebony
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 45mm
SCALE: 633mm
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case

[Repairs / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition]
As this is a used/vintage item, the information below reflects only what our inspection could confirm.
- Condition appropriate to its age, with scratches from use.
- New nut and saddle fitted.
- Refretted with new frets.
- Repaired top center crack.
- Binding separation on the back of the body (treble-side waist).

[Playing Condition]
- Action at the 12th fret: 6th string 2.6mm, 1st string 1.9mm
- Saddle height: approx. 2.0mm-3.0mm
- No choking or buzzing; plays well.

[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]

[Home Trial Service]
Since a mail-order purchase doesn't give you the chance to try the instrument in person, we offer a 6-day home trial after delivery. Please try it out at home, and if you're not satisfied, we'll refund the purchase price.
Note: round-trip shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.