Description
The 00-10E Retro Joe Bonamassa captures the essence of Joe’s cherished pre-war 1937 00-18 guitar with a striking sunburst finish that replicates its vintage character. Built on a Road Series Retro platform, this guitar offers modern reliability combined with the authentic look and feel of a well-loved classic.
Featuring a solid spruce top with scalloped X-bracing, it delivers enhanced resonance and sustain. The solid sapele back and sides produce warm bass, punchy midrange, and clear trebles, making it perfectly suited for blues, folk, and fingerstyle playing. Its comfortable 00 body size ensures excellent playability for all styles.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics and a built-in tuner, the 00-10E Retro Joe Bonamassa is performance-ready for both live gigs and studio sessions.
Main Features
- Solid spruce top with custom 1937 Joe Bonamassa sunburst satin finish
- Solid sapele back and sides with satin finish for warm, balanced tone
- Comfortable 00-14 fret body size ideal for versatile playing styles
- Scalloped spruce X-bracing for superior resonance and sustain
- Select hardwood neck with PA profile and satin finish for smooth playability
- Ebony fingerboard with vintage-style “Old Style 18” inlay
- Nickel open-gear tuning machines for reliable tuning stability
- Martin E1 electronics featuring built-in tuner for easy live use
- Ebony bridge with white TUSQ® saddle for excellent intonation
- Faux tortoise pickguard
- Includes a softshell case for protection and portability
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What makes the 00-10E Retro Joe Bonamassa different from other Martin guitars?
This model replicates the vintage look and tonal character of Joe Bonamassa’s 1937 00-18 guitar, featuring a distinctive sunburst finish and scalloped bracing for enhanced resonance, all built on a comfortable 00 body size.
➤ Is this guitar suitable for live performance?
Yes, the 00-10E comes equipped with Martin E1 electronics and a built-in tuner, making it ready for professional live performance or recording.
➤ What styles of music work best with this guitar?
Its warm bass, punchy midrange, and clear trebles make it ideal for blues, folk, and fingerstyle playing.
➤ Does this guitar come with a case?
Yes, it includes a softshell case for convenient protection and transport.
➤ What is the neck profile and width?
The guitar features a PA profile neck with a satin finish and an ebony fingerboard that is 1 ¾" wide at the nut for comfortable playability.
Delivery
This product is on order with our suppliers
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Martin Warranty Information: 1 year or Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original owner
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time
3 years warranty for VIP members
