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Used Martin D-28 Billy Strings (2025) #08718 with Original Hard Case
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Description
This Martin D-28 Billy Strings is in EXCELLENT overall condition. Cosmetically, it is very clean, only showing some very light wear. This is a used item, so it may have minor scratching and minor wear. Any significant marks will be mentioned in the description.
~Guitar pictured is the actual guitar that you will receive~
Inspired by Billy Strings' prized 1940 D-28, the Martin D-28 Billy Strings brings a modern twist to a classic pre-war design, incorporating features tailored to Billy's electrifying playing style. This signature Dreadnought showcases a unique 25" scale length, reducing string tension for fast, intricate playing and expressive bends – perfectly suited for Billy’s rapid-fire licks. With a custom nut width that’s slightly wider than his pre-war Martin and a modified low oval satin neck, it offers enhanced comfort and speed, ideal for players who crave agility up and down the neck. The solid East Indian rosewood back and sides and spruce top deliver a full, resonant tone with rich bass, while the bold herringbone trim, antique toner, and antique white binding add vintage flair. Nickel enclosed gear tuners, exclusive to Martin, and an ebony fingerboard with abalone diamond and square inlay round out the guitar’s looks and performance. It’s an ideal balance of traditional craftsmanship and modern playability, much like Billy’s genre-defying style. Each guitar features a custom paper label with his pre-printed signature and graphic.
Note: After close inspection, this instrument has scratching and impressions throughout. A K&K pickup has been installed. (See pics, light reflections used to show wear)
For this item, returns accepted within 3 days of receiving merchandise. For any returns other than incorrect shipment or damaged goods, the buyer assumes responsibility for all return shipping costs. Empire Music reserves the right to refuse any return if the item is not returned in the condition in which it was delivered.
Specifications
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Serial #3008718
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Body SizeD-14 Fret
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Finish TopGloss
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ConstructionDovetail Neck Joint
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Back and Side FinishGloss
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Bracing PatternForward-Shifted X-Brace
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Scale Length25"
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Brace ShapeGE-Scalloped
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Fingerboard Width at Nut1 23/32''
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Top MaterialSpruce
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Neck ShapeModified Low Oval
Used Martin D-28 Billy Strings (2025) #08718 with Original Hard Case
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Serial #3008718
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Body SizeD-14 Fret
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Finish TopGloss
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ConstructionDovetail Neck Joint
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Back and Side FinishGloss
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Bracing PatternForward-Shifted X-Brace
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Scale Length25"
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Brace ShapeGE-Scalloped
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Fingerboard Width at Nut1 23/32''
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Top MaterialSpruce
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Neck ShapeModified Low Oval
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Back MaterialEast Indian Rosewood
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Neck TaperStandard Taper
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Side MaterialEast Indian Rosewood
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ElectronicsNone
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Top ColorAntique Toner
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Bridge StyleModern Belly - Drop in Saddle
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BindingAntique White
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Bridge String Spacing2 5/32"
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Top Inlay MaterialBold Herringbone
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Bridge MaterialEbony
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Top DetailNone
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Bridge Pin MaterialBone
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PickguardFaux Tortoise
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Bridge Pin DotsBlack Plastic
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Pickguard InlayNone
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SaddleCompensated Bone
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RosetteStyle 28 Multi-Stripe
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Saddle Radius16"
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Brace MaterialSpruce
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Back and Sides ColorNatural
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Brace Size5/16"
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Back DetailNone
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Back Purfling/StripZig-Zag
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Back Inlay MaterialMulti-Stripe
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HeelcapAntique White
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Side DetailNone
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EndpieceAntique White
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Side Inlay MaterialNone
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Endpiece InlayMulti-Stripe
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Neck MaterialGenuine Mahogany
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Fingerboard MaterialEbony
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Finish NeckSatin
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Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret2 1/8''
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Neck ColorDark Mahogany
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Fingerboard Inlay StyleDiamond and Square Long
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Number of Frets Total20
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Fingerboard Inlay MaterialAbalone
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Neck Joins Body At14th Fret
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Fingerboard Binding MaterialNone
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Side DotsWhite
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Headstock ShapeSolid with Square Taper and Diamond
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Tuning MachinesNickel Enclosed Gear
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Headplate MaterialEast Indian Rosewood
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KnobButterbean
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Headplate Logo StyleAuthentic Style CFM Script Overlay
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Nut MaterialBone
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Headplate Binding MaterialNone
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CaseHardshell
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Left Handed Availabilitytrue
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LabelPaper Label w/Model Name and Pre-Printed Billy Strings Signature
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Plekedtrue






























