Martin 00-18 Joe Bonamassa Signature Acoustic Guitar – 1937 Sunburst
A Pre-War Blues Legend Reimagined
Inspired by one of Joe Bonamassa's most treasured vintage instruments, the Read More
Martin 00-18 Joe Bonamassa Signature Acoustic Guitar – 1937 Sunburst
A Pre-War Blues Legend Reimagined
Inspired by one of Joe Bonamassa's most treasured vintage instruments, the Martin 00-18 Joe Bonamassa Signature Acoustic Guitar captures the character, feel, and timeless appeal of his original 1937 Martin 00-18. Handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, this remarkable signature model combines vintage-inspired construction, premium tonewoods, and a distinctive aged appearance that pays tribute to decades of musical history.
Featuring a solid spruce top with a specially developed 1937 Joe Bonamassa Sunburst finish, this guitar faithfully recreates the appearance of Joe's prized pre-war instrument, including the distinctive visual wear that makes the original so recognizable.
Solid Spruce and Genuine Mahogany – Classic Martin Tone
The Martin 00-18 Joe Bonamassa pairs a solid spruce top with genuine mahogany back and sides, delivering a warm, balanced acoustic voice with articulate highs, focused midrange, and impressive responsiveness.
Its compact 00-14 fret body offers a comfortable playing experience while maintaining the clarity and projection that have made smaller-bodied Martin guitars favorites among blues musicians, fingerstyle players, and singer-songwriters.
Golden Era scalloped spruce X-bracing enhances resonance, sustain, and dynamic response, allowing the instrument to react naturally to both delicate fingerpicking and aggressive acoustic blues techniques.
Vintage Feel with Exceptional Playability
The genuine mahogany neck features Martin's GE Modified Low Oval profile with Standard Taper, providing a traditional feel with comfortable playability across the fingerboard.
A 24.9-inch scale length and 1 3/4-inch bone nut offer a comfortable balance of string tension and spacing, making this instrument especially appealing for expressive blues phrasing, intricate fingerstyle passages, and traditional acoustic playing.
An ebony fingerboard with Old Style 18 abalone inlays, nickel open-gear tuning machines, and an ebony bridge with a bone saddle complete the vintage-inspired design.
Signature Details Inspired by Joe Bonamassa's 1937 Martin
Every detail reflects the character of the original instrument, from the custom sunburst and simulated finish wear to the faux tortoise binding and pickguard.
A custom interior paper label featuring Joe Bonamassa's pre-printed signature further distinguishes this Signature Artist Edition.
The guitar includes a premium Martin hardshell case for protection and transportation.
Specifications
General
Brand: Martin
Model: 00-18 Joe Bonamassa
Series: Signature Artist Edition
Year Introduced: 2026
Body Shape: 00-14 Fret
Orientation: Right-Handed
Finish: Gloss Body / Satin Neck
Color: 1937 Joe Bonamassa Sunburst
Electronics: None
Factory Pleked: Yes
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Hardshell Case Included
Body & Construction
Top Material: Solid Spruce
Back Material: Genuine Mahogany
Side Material: Genuine Mahogany
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Bracing Shape: Golden Era Scalloped
Bracing Material: Spruce
Bracing Size: 1/4"
Top Finish: Gloss
Top Color: 1937 Joe Bonamassa Sunburst
Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
Back & Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
Binding: Faux Tortoise
Top Inlay: Black & Maple Fiber Multi-Stripe
Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
Back Purfling: Style 18
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Endpiece: Faux Tortoise
Neck & Fingerboard
Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: Standard Taper
Neck Finish: Satin
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Scale Length: 24.9"
Neck Joint: 14th Fret
Number of Frets: 20
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Inlays: Old Style 18 Abalone
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4"
Heelcap: Ebony
Side Dots: Yellow
Bridge & Hardware
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly – Drop-In Long Saddle
Saddle Material: Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/16"
Bridge Pins: Black Plastic
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Tuner Buttons: Oval
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper
Headplate Material: Guatemalan Rosewood
Headstock Logo: Authentic Style Martin Script Overlay
Additional Features
Signature Label: Paper Label with Pre-Printed Joe Bonamassa Signature
Factory Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze Light
Every instrument we sell receives a full professional setupperformed by our experienced luthiers before it leaves the shop. We carefully adjust action, neck relief, intonation, fret condition, and overall playability to ensure your new guitar feels and performs its absolute best right out of the box.
This complimentary setup adds real value, improves tone and comfort, and guarantees your instrument arrives stage-ready and perfectly dialed in.
Take your instrument to the next level with an optional Plek fret-leveling upgrade. This advanced precision process scans your fingerboard and frets with micron-level accuracy, creating a perfectly optimized fret profile for unmatched playability, sustain, and consistency across the entire neck.
If you want the smoothest possible setup and the most accurate fretwork available, the Plek upgrade is the ultimate performance enhancement.
Shipping & Returns
We offer fast, free shipping on all online orders within the continental U.S. Every instrument is packed securely and insured for safe delivery.
Return Policy Overview
All returns must be authorized by our team before being shipped back. Contact sales@veraguitars.com with your order number to request a return authorization.
Used Gear
Eligible for return within 72 hours
Subject to a 10% restocking fee
New Gear – 30-Day Return Window
Eligible for return within 30 days of purchase
Must be in new, unused condition with all original packaging
Subject to a 10% restocking fee
If you have any questions about shipping or returns, our team is here to assist.
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