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Martin Road Series 0010e Retro Joe Bonamassa Electro Acoustic

Martin Road Series 0010e Retro Joe Bonamassa Electro Acoustic

Name: Martin Road Series 0010e Retro Joe Bonamassa Electro Acoustic
Brand: Martin
SKU: 0010ERETROBONAMASSA
Price: 1329.00 GBP
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Get the look of Joe’s prized pre-war 1937 00-18 complete with a worn sunburst top and stage-ready Martin E1 Electronics

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The Martin 00-10E Retro Joe Bonamassa brings the soul of a prized 1937 instrument into a stage-ready, modern package. Designed for players who crave the character and resonance of a well-loved acoustic, this signature model balances vintage inspiration with the reliability and versatility required by working musicians today.

With its compact body and high-performance electronics, it is an ideal companion for fingerstyle players, blues enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a responsive, articulate guitar that feels broken-in from the very first chord.

Vintage-Inspired Character and Feel

At the heart of this guitar is the 00-14 fret body size, a classic shape celebrated for its balanced output and punchy midrange. By drawing on the legacy of Joe Bonamassa’s own vintage collection, Martin has crafted an instrument that captures that elusive, well-played feel. The guitar features a satin finish that mimics the tactile, worn-in appearance of a vintage instrument, providing a smooth, fast playing experience without the stickiness of thick lacquer.

The combination of a solid spruce top and solid sapele back and sides gives the 00-10E its distinctive voice. Spruce provides that essential clarity and top-end chime, while sapele rounds out the tone with a warm, woody richness. It is a highly responsive pairing that excels in intimate settings but has enough projection to cut through a mix when needed.

Modern Playability and Electronics

While the aesthetic draws from the past, the setup is distinctly modern. The neck features Martin’s Performing Artist (PA) profile, which is widely praised for its slim, comfortable feel that accommodates complex chord voicings and rapid lead lines with ease. Coupled with the High-Performance Taper, the neck width feels consistent and inviting all the way up the fretboard, making this an excellent choice for players who move frequently between acoustic and electric instruments.

For live performance and studio use, the integrated Martin E1 electronics system ensures your sound translates accurately. Featuring a built-in tuner and intuitive controls, this system allows you to plug directly into an amp or PA with minimal fuss. It maintains the natural acoustic character of the guitar, offering a clean, reliable signal that respects the instrument's inherent tonal depth.

Optimised Construction and Resonance

To ensure this guitar rings out with sustain and definition, the interior is fitted with scalloped spruce X-bracing. This pattern removes unnecessary mass from the soundboard, allowing the spruce top to vibrate more freely, which directly improves both projection and response to light fingerstyle playing. The use of a mortise and tenon neck joint further enhances the stability and structural integrity, creating a reliable, stage-ready tool that is built to last.

Martin 00-10E Retro Joe Bonamassa Specifications

Body Size - 00-14 fret.
Top Material - Solid spruce.
Back and Side Material - Solid sapele.
Finish - Satin.
Electronics - Martin E1 with onboard tuner.
Bracing Pattern - Scalloped spruce X-brace.
Scale Length - 24.9" (63.2 cm).
Nut Width - 1 3/4" (44.45 mm).
Fingerboard Radius - 16" (40.6 cm).
Neck Profile - Performing Artist (PA) profile with High-Performance Taper.
Fingerboard Material - Ebony.
Bridge Material - Ebony.
Saddle - White TUSQ.
Tuning Machines - Nickel open gear.
Included Accessories - Softshell case.

The Martin 00-10E Retro Joe Bonamassa is a dependable choice for gigging guitarists and studio artists who value vintage-inspired tonality paired with contemporary playability. Its combination of a comfortable body size, refined neck profile, and ready-to-go electronics makes it a versatile tool for blues, folk, and singer-songwriter arrangements.

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