Hi There! 

I am new to the forum! 

I play Jazz Guitar on a semi-hollow guitar so have no experience in what wood would be best for Jazz acoustic?
Looking at the AC522CE and up models as I like the arm bevel and soundport.

I was at a jazz session the other week and fellow jazzers brought along their Taylor acoustics and one Martin D18 and I loved the sound of them! Someone so pure all hearing an acoustic playing a jazz standard with no amps!
A friend of mine has 3 Eastmans! The gypsy jazz model, the John Pisano model and a Romeo and recommend that I have a look at the Eastman acoustics.

My first acoustic guitar (sold many moons ago) that I had many years ago before Jazz was a sitka spruce and mahogany back and side so my first thoughts were the AC522CE, however I wanted to hear if anyone had an experience with the other AC models with Maple and or the Rosewood back and sides. I have done a lot of research and watched countless videos and still can't decide. I would buy online and don't have the opportunity to try in store.

I am looking for a guitar that is articulate, warm and some volume to play melodies and complex jazz chords.

Any advice?

Hi all!

Sharing my latest youtube video: Viva la vida by Coldplay. 

Played on my Eastman E6OM. Thx for watching!

Hello all! 

I am the proud new owner of a beautiful E6D-TC (Pictures!!!)

The previous owner included an LR Baggs M1a (Active) Soundhole pickup with it. 

I was curious if anyone had any opinions of this pickup?

I am considering selling it and getting a K&K Pure Mini (understanding that I will need a Pre Amp)

I would like to compare and contrast the two.

FWIW I will mostly be playing WITHOUT the pickup, but I do want the option! 

Thanks and looking forward to being a part of the group! 

Z

Does anyone know much about this model? The certificate of authenticity says ‘06. I bought it thinking I would learn to play jazz guitar, but it didn’t happen. I’d like to sell it. It’s been sitting in its case since I bought it. Advice please.

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Seeking feedback on Eastman Mandolins. What are thoughts on quality/playability for the less expensive models?

Was browsing at Sweetwater looking at what acoustic guitars they handle. Lo and behold they're stocking Eastman's, acoustic and electric! They don't have a lot in stock yet, but many are listed. Don't know how long they've been an Eastman dealer, but it's new to me.

Hi all

I am a long time lurker but don't post very often. This is a very nice place and I'm very excited to share with you my new purchase, an Eastman E1D Special.

Thermo cured solid sitka spruce top, quilted sapele b/s, ebony fingerboard, 1 3/4" nut. True tone gloss finish, hand scalloped bracing.

Sounds like a nice guitar, can't wait to have it here!

Any experience with this guitar?

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Got a 2022 E1D with the Toasted Top this week.
Top is much darker than the photo.

Hi all,
My AR805ce tailpiece snapped at hinge. Uk Eastman rep said at least 6 months to get from China. My serial number on the guitar “0016 written “sweet sixteen” on the label. Gordon Roberts gave me the full rundown on the guitar as his signature is on the label. Any help in getting an original piece so gratefully appreciated.All cost covered of course.

Hi all -

Quick note, I am having some resource issues with the webhost for EGF that I am working to resolve. If the site for some reason goes down, don't be alarmed, it is only temporary and know I'll be working on it!

Tim