1970 C.F. Martin & Co. 000-28
The first Indian rosewood 000-28 — a significant materials change but the same essential Martin auditorium guitar. Indian rosewood brings its own bright, vocal tonal character to the 000 body.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$3,500–$7,000
Very Good
$2,200–$3,500
Good
$1,400–$2,200
Fair
$700–$1,400
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Spruce (top), Indian Rosewood (back and sides) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood (Indian) |
| Scale Length | 24.900" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Rosewood belly bridge |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite |
| Finish Options | Natural |
| Est. Production | 750 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic.
What Changed in 1970
First Indian rosewood 000-28 — the transition year. Indian rosewood replaced Brazilian across the Martin line. The 000 body and essential construction remain unchanged.
Collector's Notes
Indian rosewood 000-28s are excellent player instruments at accessible prices. The 000 body is ideal for fingerstyle and recording. Check for neck reset needs — common on all vintage 000s.