Description

Bringing together one of the most influential acoustic players of all time with Martin’s world-renowned Custom Shop, the Limited Edition 000-42 Eric Clapton Ziricote in 1935 Sunburst is a stunning, collector-grade instrument with a deeply expressive voice. Premium tonewoods, vintage-inspired construction and elegant Style 42 detailing come together in a compact 000 body that is equally at home under the fingers of dedicated fingerstylists and soulful blues players. Ziricote back and sides provide a bold, visually striking grain pattern and a rich, complex tonal character, while an Adirondack spruce top with Golden Era scalloped X-bracing delivers power, clarity and headroom in abundance. The short 24.9 inch scale length, Authentic 1939 neck shape and 1 11/16 inch nut width create a relaxed, responsive feel that invites long playing sessions and nuanced dynamics. Finished in a warm 1935 Sunburst and adorned with snowflake inlays and Eric Clapton’s signature on the ebony fingerboard, this Custom Shop 000-42 is a highly refined tribute to Clapton’s legacy with a sound and look all of its own. Premium Ziricote Back and Sides Ziricote is a rare and visually dramatic tonewood, and on this 000-42 it delivers both eye-catching aesthetics and a sophisticated tonal palette. Its dense, reflective nature produces strong sustain, clear projection and impressive low-end depth, while still retaining focus and definition across the frequency range. The result is a guitar that responds beautifully to delicate touch yet has the authority to fill a room when you dig in. Adirondack Spruce Top with Golden Era Bracing The Adirondack spruce top is paired with Golden Era scalloped X-bracing to maximise resonance, volume and dynamic response. Adirondack is prized for its headroom and clarity, allowing you to play harder without the sound compressing or breaking up. The Golden Era bracing pattern helps the top move more freely, enhancing warmth and complexity while maintaining a crisp, articulate attack that suits intricate fingerpicking and expressive flatpicking alike. Comfortable 000 Body and Vintage-Inspired Neck The 000 14-fret body size offers a comfortable, compact feel that sits naturally whether you play seated or standing. Combined with the short 24.9 inch scale length and Authentic 1939 neck shape, you get a relaxed left-hand feel with a slightly slinkier string tension that makes bends, vibrato and extended chord work feel effortless. The 1 11/16 inch nut width strikes a sweet spot between precision and comfort for both fingerstyle and pick players. Elegant Style 42 Detailing and Clapton Appointments As a 000-42, this Custom Shop model is dressed with luxurious Style 42 pearl appointments that give it a refined, vintage-inspired aesthetic. The ebony fingerboard features Golden Era 42 style snowflake inlays along with Eric Clapton’s signature, adding a personal touch that fans will appreciate. Martin exclusive gold enclosed gear tuners complement the 1935 Sunburst top and faux tortoise pickguard, rounding out a look that is both classic and unmistakably high end. Key Features Ziricote Back and Sides – Ziricote offers a rich, complex tonal character with strong sustain and clear projection, as well as a visually striking grain pattern. This combination makes the guitar as inspiring to look at as it is to play, with a voice that rewards subtle dynamics and expressive phrasing. Adirondack Spruce Top with Golden Era Scalloped X-Bracing – The Adirondack spruce top delivers exceptional clarity, power and headroom, while the Golden Era scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and responsiveness. Together they provide a lively, open sound that suits everything from delicate fingerpicking to more aggressive strumming. Comfortable 000 Body and Short Scale – The 000 14-fret body and 24.9 inch scale length create a compact, comfortable playing experience with slightly lower string tension. This makes complex chords, bends and vibrato easier under the…