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Discover the unmatched quality and value of Eastman Guitars—where traditional hand-craftsmanship meets modern playability. Celebrated for their all-solid tonewood construction, meticulous hand-scalloped bracing, and thin Truetone finishes, every Eastman acoustic and electric guitar delivers the resonant tone and feel of a boutique instrument at a working musician's price. Secure your finely hand-made guitar today: we are proud to be the exclusive Eastman distributor in the New England region, guaranteeing you access to the finest selection and our expert setup.
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What they’re saying
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On Acoustic Dreadnought Tone and Value (E10D-TC)
I've owned a Martin D-15 and thought it was a loud guitar, but the Eastman E10D-TC is a cannon. The combination of the Thermo-Cured Adirondack spruce and hand-scalloped bracing gives it a dry, responsive growl and crispness that I usually only hear in guitars costing thousands more. It's truly a professional-level sound without the prohibitive price tag.
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On Electric Semi-Hollow Quality (T486 Thinline)
After playing a T486, I honestly sold my vintage ES-335. The fit, finish, playability, and tone of the Eastman were in the same league—if not superior. The Ebony fretboard is buttery smooth, the Seymour Duncan pickups chime clean and roar with dirt, and the build quality is simply phenomenal. It’s an archtop for the working man that easily rivals the big US brands.
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On Craftsmanship and Feel
Every detail on my Eastman acoustic is impeccable. The neck feels incredible, the frets are perfect, and the guitar just rings. In an era of mass-produced instruments, Eastman stands apart with their commitment to hand-made lutherie. It’s one of those instruments that feels like it’s been played and loved for decades right out of the case.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
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Eastman guitars are distinguished by their hand-made lutherie. This means key components like acoustic bracing are meticulously hand-scalloped and the guitar tops are tap-tuned (processes usually reserved for high-end boutique brands). This hands-on approach and commitment to all-solid tonewoods (on most series) result in superior resonance, volume, and an articulate, responsive tone often compared to vintage American instruments, but at a better value.
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Traditional (E-Series): These models pay homage to vintage designs of the 1930s and 40s (like D-style or OM-style). They feature classic specs, traditional neck profiles, and are generally designed for pure acoustic performance.
AC (Auditorium Cutaway) Series: These feature a more modern Grand Auditorium body shape with a cutaway and often come equipped with quality electronics (like LR Baggs) for ease of stage performance and recording versatility.
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Thermo-curing is a process where the solid spruce top wood is baked in a controlled, oxygen-free environment. This accelerates the natural aging process, crystallizing the wood's resins. A Thermo-Cured top gives the guitar a vintage, "played-in" tone immediately, offering enhanced resonance, better projection, and the open, rich sound typically found only in guitars that are decades old.
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Eastman is known for offering a wide range of archtops. While some affordable entry-level models (like the AR371) use laminate for the body (which helps reduce feedback), their premium and traditional archtops (like the AR series) feature hand-carved solid spruce tops and solid maple backs. This commitment to carved solid wood gives their archtops an acoustic complexity and resonance that few modern builders achieve in this price category.
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"Truetone" is Eastman's proprietary thin-coat finish (often poly-based, similar to the high-end Bourgeois finish). It is designed to be just as thin and acoustically resonant as nitrocellulose, allowing the wood to breathe and vibrate freely. While the traditional satin or gloss nitro finishes are still available on some models, Truetone offers better durability and environmental advantages while maintaining the minimal thickness required for superior tone.