Why no torrefied tops for E20 o and oo guitars ?
Posted by: cfranchi - Forum: Eastman Acoustic Guitars - Replies (6)

I asked to Eastman but still don’t have answers.
What do you think ?
Also wouldn’t it be better to have sitka spruce instead of Adi for those fingerstyle guitars ?

05-23-2022, 08:14 AM

  Ever Tried A Tusq Saddle?
Posted by: John-K - Forum: Eastman Acoustic Guitars - Replies (14)

Speaking specifically of dreads, but any experience is welcome. I have one laying around, just haven’t had time to whittle on it yet, to try out.

05-23-2022, 03:23 AM

  Saddle issue on my PCH3gace
Posted by: StrayMan - Forum: Eastman Acoustic Guitars - Replies (3)

I bought a PCH3gace used in Mint condition approx 3 months ago. Action was low Neck straight nothing that I could see was wrong with the guitar. I played the guitar with the strings that came with in and about a 5-6 weeks ago
I changed strings. After changing the strings I noticed a severe forward lean of the saddle. The Original saddle that the guitar came with had been shaved down quite a bit so I replaced it with a new one. Had the same issue. I found out that Eastman's saddles are 4mm wide. The one I put in was speced at 3.2mm. I contacted Eastman who were nice enough to send me a couple of their bone saddles. Tried to put a new one in my guitar and both were to wide. Contacted Eastman again explaining and sending Pic's of the saddle with the forward lean. They sent me 2 more saddles. Same issue?!?!?! Anyone have any idea's as to what might solve this problem? I've Never had this happen before and I'm at a lose as what to do.

05-22-2022, 09:32 AM

  Truetone vs. Nitro Finish
Posted by: Pura Vida - Forum: Eastman Acoustic Guitars - Replies (14)

Although they began the rolling change several months earlier, we are about a year into buying guitars with the new Truetone finish.  For those who've owned both, have you noticed any differences in appearance?  In protection from dings or scratches?  Does it feel lighter, heavier... can you even feel a difference?

And I'm particularly interested in how Truetone tops will change in color vs. Nitro.  Will natural tops darken faster, slower, not at all (does Truetone contain any UV protectant?)?

I'll share my thoughts later, but wanted to hear from other EGF members first, so I don't make this OP too long.  Smile

05-22-2022, 01:25 AM

  E6D TC 1 year anniversary.
Posted by: REHII - Forum: Eastman Acoustic Guitars - Replies (7)

I have had my E6D TC with an alpine top for about a year now.
I bought it new, which I don’t often do, as used guitars are so much more affordable.
This guitar continues to impress me. It’s balance and power are outstanding. It really gets loud when strummed hard! But it’s headroom is remarkable.
When played softly it’s complexity and imagery is outstanding.
The Eastman cases are among the best looking and fitting cases I have.
I have many more expensive guitars, but I have very few I consider to be the equal or better than this E6D.
I do wish it had an 11/16 neck instead of 3/4.
But it’s construction and material are world class.
The “True Tone” finish seems to be a little more resistant to scratches than the older nitro fini E40D I own.
The figuring in the Khaya back is really 3D and beautiful.
This may be the “best” all around guitar I own!
I will be looking to acquire more Eastmans in the future.
If only the dealer here in Memphis would get more used ones in trade!!

05-21-2022, 03:04 PM

  Eastman is hiring...
Posted by: Meathead - Forum: General Chatter - Replies (4)

Saw this today... didn't know they had a location in the Netherlands!

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05-19-2022, 12:47 PM

  Which pickup for E10-SS?
Posted by: hardycreek1 - Forum: Eastman Acoustic Guitars - Replies (3)

Am completely impressed by my new E10-SS that is opening up and sounds unworldly. but what about a pickup? Any recommendations? Wish Eastman had them installed to begin with.

05-17-2022, 07:20 PM

  John Pearse New Medium 310NM 80/20
Posted by: Treenewt - Forum: General Chatter - Replies (12)

I was doing some hunting for DADGAD string sets and stumbled on a rarity: 80/20 in that gauge! Has anyone tried the John Pearse New Mediums in 80/20? I’ve tried their PB variant and loved them (though they didn’t last super long for me). I think I’ll give the em a try in addition to giving GHS true mediums a go.

05-17-2022, 11:47 AM

  Frets neck
Posted by: Liamlyon96 - Forum: Eastman Acoustic Guitars - Replies (1)

I got a E1om like 2 months ago, i noticed on. The treble side 15th to last fret the frets are not beveled or fret ends are filed giving the appearance that the fretboard extension is not way wider, i dk how tht got past QC should i send it back?

05-17-2022, 03:53 AM

Music WTB T145
Posted by: Tescot - Forum: For Sale / Trade and Online Deals - No Replies

Looking to purchase a T145.

Would also be happy to get some more information about them...
Have found posts of sales of models from 07-12, know they have been discontinued, and seen the information page about them on G&J. Other than that haven't found much about them.

Any and all assistance is appreciated.

05-16-2022, 02:29 PM