2015 Martin OM-28 Authentic 1931 - Plek'd - Perfect Setup - Straight Neck

2015 Martin OM-28 Authentic 1931 ModelWith all the projection and string-to-string balance heard from the legendary first modern acoustic guitar, Martin has resurrected their original Orchestra Model in the OM-28 Authentic 1931 – the most anticipated addition to the Authentic series in many years.Martin’s historically accurate Vintage Gloss Finish makes its first appearance on this new OM-28 Authentic, and heard for the first time is a refined version of their Vintage Tone System of wood torrefaction, reserved exclusively for the Authentic series of vintage Martin reproductions.Specs include: Construction of all solid wood, sanded to vintage thickness, with hide glue throughout; Auditorium body size; Madagascar rosewood back and sides; Martin Vintage Tone System torrefied Adirondack spruce top; torrefied Adirondack spruce bracing with 1/4″ tone bars and a 5/16″ X-brace; torrefied maple bridge plate; long-scale, one-piece mahogany neck with low vintage V profile unique to the OM-28 Authentic 1931; ebony neck rod; ebony fingerboard with 1-3/4″ width at nut, 2-1/4″ at 12th fret, Ebony ’30s style belly bridge with 2-5/16″ string spacing; bone nut and saddle; vintage Style 28 appointments with wood fiber inlaid 1931 rosette, fine herringbone top trim, short pattern diamonds and squares abalone fingerboard markers, grained ivoroid body binding; thin, hand-sprayed Vintage Gloss Finish; Waverly open back tuners.Aaron Younce, of famed Strange Guitarworks got this playing as perfectly as possible. Plek machine. The frets are in brand new condition, as the guitar just received a 700$ compression refret by Strange Guitar Works in New Orleans 3 months ago. This was done to ensure that the neck will stay straight for decades to come. Since there are no truss rods in these models, I would highly advise that you get measurements before buying an authentic. We went with the exact same martin frets, only the tang is wider so as to compress and straighten the neck. It is a technique only highly experienced luthiers can accomplish with great accuracy, and he knocked it out of the park. He also set the action perfectly, reglued the binding in one spot, and installed the passive fishman pickup under the saddle. This guitar is heavenly to play and feel now. The relief was at .010" before the refret. It is now at .004". It's just straight as can be without buzzing. Unbelievable. They also glued/sealed a tiny crack that had began to form in the rosette near the neck. It was done before it got any bigger, and it is as if it never happened. The guitar intonates perfectly, and the crack had no negative effect whatsoever on the guitar. Please see pics.This work was done a few months ago, and I've only played the guitar a few times. I took it to Truetone Music in Santa Monica earlier this October to see what they thought, and everyone agreed that it was the best sounding guitar in their entire acoustic room. We must have played 20 guitars next to it. It will be missed; but ala's, I have to let go of some great gear this winter for family reasons. I am sure it will make someone incredibly happy for years to come. This particular guitar has great bass response and is really sweet. It has no boxiness whatsoever. Please check out the quick iphone video I posted to youtube. No fancy mics, still sounds epic and roomy.There is some light play wear in a few spots, please see pics. Otherwise, the guitar remains in glossy, excellent condition. It has developed a wonderful light brown patina from 10 years of being loved. I'm sure it will continue to age well. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions. Comes in the original case and will be shipped incredibly well. I have shipped over a hundred guitars now, and I've never had a single problem yet. Cheers!Sincerely,Craig