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
00:08Mendes to bring young players and seasoned guitarists alike with the Triple O Junior
00:1310E Shawn Mendes custom signature edition. Now before you say how strange or how unlikely,
00:20you should know this signature acoustic is inspired by Shawn's go-to vintage Martin
00:25and features his own personal hallmarks. With that, this guitar is environmentally friendly.
00:31This edition is crafted with a 100% FSC or otherwise known as Forest Stewardship Council
00:38Certified Tonewoods in a Triple O Junior-sized and comes with a striking blue gig bag made
00:45from a 100% recycled post-consumer polyester meeting the global recycled standard.
00:55The Shawn Mendes Signature Edition marks the largest production run of a 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. As you can see, the
01:21Junior size and Triple O body depth make this guitar extremely comfortable for any player and if you
01:27don't know, Triple O Junior size is slightly smaller than Martin's regular Triple O size. And with Fishman
01:34Sonotone Electronics included, it is also ready for the stage. For fans of Shawn Mendes, you'll appreciate
01:40and notice this signature guitar includes some personal design details. Laser etched on each wing of the bridge is a
01:46swallow inspired by the tattoo on Shawn's right hand which signifies always returning home. There's also
01:54song lyrics laser etched inside the body. For example, you might find one laser etched on a brace or under the
02:01bridge or even under the rosette. Some of the phrases include we lay under the same stars or we'll never be alone.
02:08Each instrument comes with a special label featuring the Shawn Mendes Foundation Sunburst logo. And to finish
02:21it off, Shawn's signature is inlaid at the top of the fretboard. What's important to note is Shawn Mendes
02:27wanted a guitar that addressed his passion for sustainability and supports his foundation's
02:31initiatives. As part of the partnership, Martin Guitars will be supporting Mendes' goal of making music,
02:38accessible to everyone. Martin will be making a contribution to the Wonder of Music program
02:43at the Hospital for Sick Children, Sick Kids, presented by the Shawn Mendes Foundation.
02:50The Martin Triple O Junior Tenny Shawn Mendes is a wonderfully great playing guitar that is portable,
02:55sounds great and supports a great cause. At a retail price of $799, this acoustic is within reach
03:02for enthusiasts and novice guitarists alike. I would also add my impression of this acoustic is that it
03:09follows in the same vein as the Martin Ed Sheeran model in its compactness and approachable playability
03:15that you can take anywhere from home or to the studio and the stage. Definitely check it out.
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03:39We'll see you next time.