Own a piece of music history with the Martin 000-45 Joe Bonamassa Signature LTD, a meticulously crafted recreation of a legendary guitar.
The Martin 000-45 Joe Bonamassa Signature LTD is more than just an instrument; it's a testament to a golden era of guitar making and a tribute to one of the world's most celebrated guitarists. This limited-edition model, with only 45 available worldwide, faithfully recreates Joe Bonamassa's treasured 1941 000-45, capturing its vintage charm, exceptional tone, and historical significance.
Adirondack Spruce top and Vintage Tone System — A Timeless Acoustic Voice
This 000-45 features a premium Adirondack spruce top treated with Martin's Vintage Tone System (VTS), a process that replicates the warm, aged tone of a vintage instrument. Paired with VTS-treated Adirondack spruce X bracing and Guatemalan rosewood back and sides, the guitar delivers a rich, balanced sound with exceptional clarity and projection. This combination of premium tonewoods and Martin's innovative VTS technology creates a truly captivating acoustic voice that will inspire for generations to come.
Authentic 1941 Neck Profile and Period-Correct Appointments — A True Recreation
Martin's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the 000-45 Joe Bonamassa Signature LTD's authentic 1941 neck profile, faithfully recreated from Joe's original pre-war 000-45. This comfortable neck profile, combined with an adjustable truss rod for modern playability, ensures a smooth and effortless playing experience. The period-correct gold enclosed gear tuners, exclusive to Martin, add a touch of vintage authenticity, while the snowflake inlays on the ebony fretboard further enhance the guitar's classic aesthetic.
A Guitar with a Story — Own a Piece of Musical History
Joe Bonamassa's original 000-45, serial number 76993, has a captivating history, having been passed down through three generations before ultimately finding its way to Joe. This limited-edition model not only captures the essence of that legendary guitar but also includes a certificate of authenticity, vintage hang tag, and period-correct hardshell case, adding to its historical significance and collector's appeal.
Specifications
- Body Size: 000-14 Fret
- Top Material: Adirondack spruce with VTS
- Back Material: Guatemalan rosewood
- Side Material: Guatemalan rosewood
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Brace Size: 5/16"
- Brace Material: Adirondack spruce with VTS
- Back Purfling/Strip: D-45 Golden Era
- Back and Side Finish: Gloss
- Back and Sides Color: None
- Back Detail: None
- Back Inlay Material: Abalone with multi-stripe
- Top Color: Custom ink / vintage reproduction
- Top Detail: Figured
- Top Binding Material: Abalone with multi-stripe
- Finish Top: Gloss
- Rosette: Abalone with multi-stripe
- Side Detail: None
- Side Inlay Material: Abalone with multi-stripe
- Neck Material: Genuine mahogany
- Neck Shape: Authentic 1941
- Neck Taper: Standard taper
- Neck Color: Dark mahogany
- Neck Joint: Dovetail neck joint
- Neck Joins Body At: 14th fret
- Finish Neck: Gloss
- Number of Frets Total: 20
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-11/16"
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 45 snowflake
- Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
- Fingerboard Binding Material: Grained ivoroid
- Tuning Machines: Gold enclosed gear
- Bridge Style: Authentic belly - glue in long saddle
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Bridge String Spacing: 2-5/32"
- Bridge Pin Material: Faux ivory
- Bridge Pin Dots: Abalone
- Nut Material: Bone
- Saddle: Bone
- Saddle Radius: 16"
- Endpiece: Grained ivoroid
- Endpiece Inlay: Abalone with multi-stripe
- Knob: Butter bean
- Pickguard: Faux tortoise
- Pickguard Inlay: None
- Side Dots: Faux tortoise
- Headstock Shape: Solid with square taper and diamond
- Headplate Material: Guatemalan rosewood
- Headplate Logo Style: Block inlay
- Headplate Binding Material: Grained ivoroid with multi-stripe
- Headplate Detail: Do not use
- Heelcap: Grained ivoroid
- Label: Paper label w/Joe Bonamassa signature, numbered in sequence w/total (1 of 45, 2 of 45 etc.)
- Left-Handed Availability: No
- Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Light (MA540T)
- Case: Hardshell
- Orientation: Right handed
- Strings: 6
Features
- Adirondack spruce top with Vintage Tone System (VTS)
- Guatemalan rosewood back and sides
- Authentic 1941 neck profile with adjustable truss rod
- Period-correct appointments and limited-edition availability