Hello all, first post here. I have recently become enamored with Eastman Archtop guitars. I think they really fill a void in the (albeit small) market for high quality carved guitars that do not cost the same as your car.

After more or less settling on an 805CE with the floating pickup, I stumbled across a 905NC with highly flamed maple all around. It seems like a big step up from the 805 cosmetically and i love the color scheme more than what I can find with the 800 series. I prefer a non-cutaway and an archtop without a pickup if possible, though I may explore not invasive pickups at a later time. 

I went ahead and ordered it, but I can't find much information about it anywhere! I found one person who claimed there was an 805 and 905 NC as a dealer exclusive and is hard to find. Once the guitar arrives, I'll reach out to Eastman for more information, but has anyone ever come across one of these? I'm interested to know which dealer they were exclusive to (if true) and rough production numbers, features etc. I'll attach some photos here. (Also, can anyone tell me the difference between the 905 and 910 designation - same for the 800 series?) 

I have Martins and other flattops, but the only other archtop I've owned was a The Loar LH-600VS which I really liked except for the fret work and lack of hard case. I play in a 30 piece orchestra that plays all kinds of weird folky, medieval, classical type stuff and I think this sound (and presentation) will be a boone to the group dynamic. 

Many thanks for any information you might have and can share!

Best, 

Geoff

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Hello my friends! Wanted to share my newest release of the famous Spanish Romance. Hope this post finds you well. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x167qK5hBs

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Any comments about this guitar is appreciated.

Thanks

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https://www.soundpure.com/p/eastman-e20s...8134/34202
https://muddyriverguitars.com/product/ea...-sunburst/
https://pennylaneemporium.com/products/g...ic-guitar/

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The pictures from the posting I bought it from are better than my pics.  Can be seen here:

https://www.acousticguitarforum.com/foru...p?t=586861

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I have no idea on the cost. So maybe Alan or someone else could tell us more.

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