Description Product Description All of the Martin Authentics in the Marquis Collection are based on existing vintage Martin instruments that have been selected for their superb tonal qualities and striking vintage aesthetics. These Authentic instruments are all crafted in the same manner as the originals to accurately replicate the tone, feel and look of an actual vintage instrument. Each vintage instrument has been thoroughly measured and X-rayed to ensure the utmost accuracy. Taking you back to the Golden Era of C.F. Martin Co., these Martin Authentics utilize hide glue adhesive throughout and employ painstaking, historically-accurate detailing that is unique to the specific vintage instrument that is being replicated. These instruments are truly exquisite, and have been made with the discerning player and vintage-enthusiast in mind.The OM-28 Authentic 1931 brings the tone, feel and vibe of an actual pre-war vintage Martin into the hands of today's discerning player--all without the vintage price tag. This beautiful re-creation holds true to its predecessors from the early 1930s, employing all the period-correct appointments and processes that were used on the originals including a true-to-spec hide glue construction, hand shaping and assembly, and tucked under bridge plate and bracing.Featuring Martin's mid-sized 000-14 fret body and gorgeous Madagascar rosewood back and sides to replace the more rare Brazilian rosewood, the solid Adirondack spruce top and the vintage-correct Adirondack spruce bracing have both been treated with Martin's Vintage Tone System to produce an authentically aged sound with a vintage aesthetic to match. The OM-28 Authentic 1931 has a well-played, broken-in voice with exceptional tonal richness on the low-end and a beautiful, shimmering response up in the treble range. Fingerstyle arrangements sound incredible, and despite its smaller size, this OM even has enough sonic horsepower for strumming chords and flatpicking leads.Ju