Custom Shop Build Overview

Martin OM-28 Adirondack Ambertone #3049376

The Martin OM-28 Adirondack Ambertone is a refined Orchestra Model that blends the balance and articulation of the OM platform with the added power and responsiveness of an Adirondack spruce top.

This build pairs a solid Adirondack spruce top with East Indian rosewood back and sides, delivering a clear, articulate voice with rich overtone complexity and excellent dynamic range. Adirondack spruce is known for its strength and headroom, allowing the guitar to maintain clarity even under a heavier attack while remaining sensitive to a lighter touch.

Finished in a vintage-inspired Ambertone burst, this instrument combines classic Style 28 tone with a visually striking, timeless aesthetic.

Why Adirondack on an OM-28 Matters

Adirondack spruce enhances the OM platform by increasing projection, headroom, and tonal depth without sacrificing responsiveness.

Greater dynamic range for expressive playing
Clear, articulate note separation
Enhanced projection with controlled bass response
Responsive top that continues to open up over time

Combined with rosewood back and sides, the result is a balanced, harmonically rich tone ideal for both studio and stage.

Custom Shop Craftsmanship

Handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, this instrument features Martin’s traditional dovetail neck joint and solid tonewood construction for maximum resonance and long-term stability.

The forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing allows the soundboard to move more freely, enhancing sustain, responsiveness, and overall tonal clarity.

Classic Style 28 appointments, including multi-stripe rosette and elegant trim, give the guitar a timeless, vintage-inspired look.

Tone & Performance

The OM-28 is known for its balance and versatility. With the addition of an Adirondack top, this version delivers increased power and headroom while maintaining the clarity and articulation players expect from an OM.