The limited-edition Martin 000-45 Joe Bonamassa is as much a piece of history as it is a musical masterpiece. It’s more than just an instrument – it’s a meticulously crafted recreation of Joe's treasured 1941 000-45. This exclusive model, with only 45 units available, is a tribute to a golden era of guitar making, echoing the craftsmanship that has made Martin a legendary name for generations. The guitar features a premium Adirondack spruce top treated with Martin’s Vintage Tone System® (VTS) to capture the warm, resonant tones of a well-aged instrument. Paired with VTS-treated Adirondack spruce X bracing and Guatemalan rosewood back and sides, it delivers a rich, balanced sound that will inspire any musical journey for years to come. Joe’s original 000-45, serial number 76993, has a captivating story of its own. A beloved instrument passed down through three generations, the guitar had never left Southern California since it was first purchased in 1941. Many years later, it ultimately found its way to Joe at a moment when its sale helped save a woman’s home. The experts at Martin meticulously recreated every detail of this mint-condition guitar, including its hide glue construction and unique neck profile, which is a faithful reproduction of Joe's original pre-war 000-45, while adding an adjustable truss rod to ensure modern playability. The period-correct gold enclosed gear tuners, exclusive to Martin, also provide a touch of vintage charm. Even the snowflake inlays on the fingerboard are crafted to match the original model. A certificate of authenticity, vintage hang tag, and period-correct hardshell case add to its authentic appeal.
Only 265 pre-war 000-45s were ever made, and with just 45 of these limited-edition models available, this guitar is a true collector's dream, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of musical history that promises to be a treasured heirloom for generations.
Highlights
000-14 Fret body size
Guatemalan Rosewood back and sides
Adirondack Spruce with VTS top
Vintage Reproduction
Authentic 1941 with Standard Taper
Guatemalan Rosewood back
Hardshell case
Top
Top Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Color: Vintage Reproduction
Top Inlay Material: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Top Detail: Figured
Binding: Grained Ivoroid
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Authentic Belly - Glue in Long Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Bridge Pin Material: Faux Ivory
Bridge Pin Dots: Abalone
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Pickguard Inlay: None
Rosette: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Saddle: Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Body
Body Size: 000-14 Fret
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint - Hide Glue Construction
Back Material: Guatemalan Rosewood
Side Material: Guatemalan Rosewood
Back and Side Finish: Gloss
Back and Sides Color: Natural
Back Detail: None
Side Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: D-45 Golden Era
Back Inlay Material: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Side Inlay Material: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
Brace Size: 5/16"
Heelcap: Grained Ivoroid
Endpiece: Grained Ivoroid
Endpiece Inlay: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Neck
Neck Shape: Authentic 1941
Neck Taper: Standard Taper
Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Finish Neck: Gloss
Scale Length: 24.9"
Number of Frets Total: 20
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 11/16''
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 45 Snowflake
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Binding Material: Grained Ivoroid
Side Dots: Faux Tortoise
Headstock
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: None
Tuning Machines: Gold Enclosed Gear
Knob: Butterbean
Nut Material: Bone
Misc
Case: Hardshell
Label: Paper Label w/Joe Bonamassa Signature, Numbered in Sequence w/Total
Electronics: None
Pleked: true
