Martin Guitar is no stranger to artist collaborations, but few are as meaningful and tone-forward as the Jeff Tweedy Martin Guitar series. Recently reissued, the iconic OO-DB Jeff Tweedy model returns with significant upgrades and it’s now joined by an all-new, affordable, and compact OOO Jr E Jeff Tweedy model.
For Wilco fans, acoustic enthusiasts, and eco-conscious players alike, these guitars are a match made in heaven. Crafted with 100% FSC-certified tonewoods and showcasing warm mahogany tones with modern appointments, both models deliver on sound, sustainability, and style.
Whether you're strumming in the studio or performing center stage, the new Jeff Tweedy Martin guitar offers a premium experience at multiple price points.
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The Backstory: Tweedy, Tone, and Sustainability
Jeff Tweedy, frontman of alt-country legends Wilco, is known for his open, emotive playing style. His signature sound leans on warm mids and woody resonance and qualities that an all-mahogany guitar delivers in spades. The Jeff Tweedy Martin Guitar project began years ago as a collaboration to create a guitar that reflected both Tweedy’s tone and values.
That commitment is echoed today with FSC-certified tonewoods, a climate-conscious build, and a design that’s as comfortable to play as it is inspiring to hear.
Martin OO-DB Jeff Tweedy: Specs and First Impressions
The headliner of this reissue is the Martin OO-DB Jeff Tweedy model—a deep-body, 14-fret guitar that offers rich tonal depth while maintaining a compact, highly playable form factor.
Specs Overview:
Body: FSC-certified solid mahogany top, back, and sides
Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing, squared-off top braces (Golden Era-inspired)
Neck: FSC-certified mahogany, modified V profile
Fingerboard & Bridge: FSC-certified ebony (a major upgrade from Richlite used in previous versions)
Scale Length: 25.4"
Nut/Saddle: Bone nut, compensated saddle
Finish: Gloss top with burst, satin neck
Price: $3,599
The deep body adds noticeable warmth and projection, giving the small-bodied guitar a full, bold character. Fingerpickers and singer-songwriters will especially appreciate its vocal-like quality—ideal for Tweedy’s expressive strumming and open voicings.
OOO Jr E Jeff Tweedy: Compact, Affordable, Capable
For players looking for a more affordable entry into the Tweedy world—or just a highly portable, solid-wood Martin the OOO Jr E Jeff Tweedy is a dream come true.
Built in Martin’s Navojoa, Mexico facility, this guitar retains a full-scale feel while offering the comfort and ease of a smaller body and neck.
Specs Overview:
Body: FSC-certified solid sapele top, back, and sides
Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing (non-Golden Era)
Neck: Select hardwood, PA profile
Fingerboard & Bridge: FSC-certified ebony
Scale Length: 24.9"
Nut/Saddle: White Tusq
Finish: Satin top/back/sides, hand-applied satin neck
Electronics: Martin E1 pickup system with onboard tuner
Case: Soft gig bag included
Price: $1,149
Despite the more modest price tag, the Jr E Tweedy doesn’t cut corners where it matters. You still get all-solid construction, FSC compliance, and a comfortable setup that’s ready for songwriting sessions, open mics, or studio work.
Sustainability Without Compromise
One of the most compelling aspects of the Jeff Tweedy Martin Guitar series is its commitment to sustainability. Every wood component, mahogany, sapele, ebony, and even neck materials is FSC-certified, ensuring responsible sourcing and long-term forestry health.
This move reflects both Martin’s and Jeff Tweedy’s environmental priorities, but it also shows how great tone and responsible materials can live in harmony. These guitars aren’t just good for the earth and they sound incredible doing it.
Build Quality and Feel
If you've played earlier Jeff Tweedy Martin Guitar models and were turned off by the Richlite fretboards, you’ll be glad to hear both guitars now feature real ebony. This immediately elevates the feel, warmth, and sustain under the fingers. The gloss burst finish on the OO-DB looks stellar, while the satin finish on the Jr model keeps it understated and road-ready.
Martin's Plek’d setup process ensures consistency right out of the box. That said, The Acoustic Shoppe team did note that the edges of the nut could benefit from a little extra rounding. Nothing major, but something to be aware of if you like ultra-smooth transitions up and down the neck.
Tone Breakdown: What Do They Sound Like?
If you’re familiar with mahogany guitars, you know what to expect, but these two still offer unique voices within that framework.
OO-DB Jeff Tweedy:
Full-bodied, deep tone
Enhanced midrange punch
Ideal for open tunings, fingerpicking, and strumming with dynamics
A more “American folk revival” tone, lush and organic
OOO Jr E Jeff Tweedy:
Slightly tighter sound, with a punchy low-mid response
More focused voice, great for tracking or couch practice
Natural match for singer-songwriters and light strummers
Comes stock with electronics, ready for stage or plug-and-play sessions
Who Are These Guitars For?
Whether you’re a fan of Wilco, a lover of mahogany acoustics, or an eco-conscious musician, there’s something here for you.
Wilco/Tweedy fans will appreciate the artist connection and faithful tone delivery.
Singer-songwriters will love the warm, balanced voice and excellent playability.
Collectors will value the FSC story and evolving spec sheet.
Beginners or gigging players will find the OOO Jr E a comfortable, durable, and good-sounding companion.
Experienced players will appreciate the OO-DB’s dynamic response and build quality.
Comparing to Past Models
The original OO Jeff Tweedy model received some criticism for using Richlite instead of real ebony and felt a bit too synthetic for some traditionalists. With this reissue, Martin corrects course—delivering a guitar that feels far more premium and heirloom-worthy.
It also fills gaps in the Martin catalog: currently, there are no deep-body 00s in the standard lineup and no all-mahogany OOO Jr options, so these Tweedy models introduce new tonal spaces for fans of smaller-bodied guitars.
Why This Matters
The Jeff Tweedy Martin Guitar reissue shows us that signature models can do more than sell names—they can tell stories, push sustainability forward, and expand what’s possible within a classic brand’s legacy.
Whether you choose the full-size, deep-bodied OO-DB or the compact and stage-ready OOO Jr E, you’re investing in more than just a guitar. You’re backing thoughtful design, smart tonewood sourcing, and a partnership rooted in musical and environmental values.
