Used Martin Custom Shop Empire Spec 00-28 Style - 1 11/16" (2026) #59937 with Original Hard Case

Built on the foundation of the Martin 00-28 Standard, this Martin Custom Shop 00-28 Style combines the comfort, balance, and rich musicality of one of Martin's most cherished small-body acoustics with a collection of thoughtful upgrades selected by the team at Empire Music. As one of only a small number of Martin Custom Expert Dealers, we've spent years designing custom guitars that enhance the playing experience without losing sight of what makes a great Martin special. 

This guitar was designed for players who love the sound and feel of a 00-28 but prefer the comfort of a traditional 1 11/16" nut width. It delivers a familiar and effortless playing experience while preserving the warmth, balance, and articulation that have made the 00-28 a favorite among fingerstyle players, singer-songwriters, and anyone seeking a highly expressive acoustic guitar. 

Beyond the neck, we've enhanced the guitar's responsiveness with a thin Authentic-thickness top and hand-scalloped Golden Era bracing—features that players have consistently gravitated toward in our Custom Shop designs. Together, these upgrades help the instrument respond more quickly to a lighter touch while producing greater openness, dynamic range, and harmonic complexity. The guitar retains the balanced voice, focused projection, and intimate character of a traditional 00-28 while offering a livelier, more responsive, and more expressive playing experience. 

Completing the build is a premium 5-ply Geib-style hardshell case, providing superior protection and a classic vintage-inspired presentation worthy of a Custom Shop instrument.