Martin's 000JR-10E Shawn Mendes Signature Review
We see plenty of signature guitar models here at Guitar World, but none of them are quite like Martin’s 000JR-10E Shawn Mendes acoustic.
The model, as Guitar World Tech Editor Paul Riario points out, is “inspired by Shawn’s go-to vintage Martin and features his own personal hallmarks. What’s more, it’s environmentally-friendly.”
The model, as Guitar World Tech Editor Paul Riario points out, is “inspired by Shawn’s go-to vintage Martin and features his own personal hallmarks. What’s more, it’s environmentally-friendly.”
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00:00Martin has partnered with Grammy-nominated multi-platinum singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes
00:09to bring young players and seasoned guitarists alike with the Triple-O Junior 10E Shawn Mendes
00:15Custom Signature Edition.
00:18Now before you say, how strange or how unlikely, you should know this signature acoustic is
00:23inspired by Shawn's go-to vintage Martin and features his own personal hallmarks.
00:29Like that, this guitar is environmentally friendly.
00:32This edition is crafted with 100% FSC, or otherwise known as Forest Stewardship Council
00:38Certified Tonewoods, in a Triple-O Junior size and comes with a striking blue gig bag
00:44made from 100% recycled post-consumer polyester, meeting the global recycled standard.
01:04The Shawn Mendes Signature Edition marks the largest production run of 100% FSC certified
01:10guitar that Martin has ever fulfilled, and obviously the first time a Martin guitar has
01:15been paired with a gig bag made from 100% recycled post-consumer polyester.
01:20As you can see, the Junior size and Triple-O body depth make this guitar extremely comfortable
01:25for any player, and if you don't know, Triple-O Junior size is slightly smaller than Martin's
01:31regular Triple-O size.
01:33And with Fishman Sonotone electronics included, it is also ready for the stage.
01:38For fans of Shawn Mendes, you'll appreciate and notice this signature guitar includes
01:42some personal design details.
01:44Laser etched on each wing of the bridge is a swallow inspired by the tattoo on Shawn's
01:49right hand, which signifies always returning home.
01:53There's also song lyrics laser etched inside the body.
01:56For example, you might find one laser etched on a brace, or under the bridge, or even under
02:02the rosette.
02:04Some of the phrases include, we lay under the same stars, or we will never be alone.
02:15Each instrument comes with a special label featuring the Shawn Mendes Foundation sunburst
02:20logo.
02:21And to finish it off, Shawn's signature is inlaid at the top of the fretboard.
02:25What's important to note is Shawn Mendes wanted a guitar that addressed his passion for sustainability
02:30and supports his foundation's initiatives.
02:33As part of the partnership, Martin Guitars will be supporting Mendes' goal of making
02:37music accessible to everyone.
02:40Martin will be making a contribution to the Wonder of Music program at the Hospital for
02:44Sick Children, Sick Kids, presented by the Shawn Mendes Foundation.
02:50The Martin Triple-O Junior 10E Shawn Mendes is a wonderfully great playing guitar that
02:54is portable, sounds great, and supports a great cause.
02:58At a retail price of $799, this acoustic is within reach for enthusiasts and novice
03:04guitarists alike.
03:06I would also add my impression of this acoustic is that it follows in the same vein as the
03:11Martin Ed Sheeran model in its compactness and approachable playability that you can
03:15take anywhere from home or to the studio and the stage.
03:20Definitely check it out.