As previously posted, have been physically struggling with this incredible E20D TC to the point of considering selling. This guitar is absolutely THE best I have ever played. The tone, sustain, action, physical beauty - fantastic. TMI: a decision I'm still paying for - started playing rugby at 35 because I saw a white haired guy out there (if he can do it...*G*). Played for a couple of seasons until my wife asked me "is the game still worth the pain?" At that point I caved - as much as I enjoyed the sport it wasn't. But between rugby & competitive Masters rowing, one learns pain. I've burnt the ship(s). The E20D TC is now the only vessel in port, and I'm determined to give it my best. And while I understand the guitar should be a pleasurable experience and there are body styles to physically facilitate comfortable playing, this E20D is my last hurrah. Appreciated the suggestion for Vida's SS (a LOT of great counsel on this site) but I want to give this my best shot. Sorry for the rant but posting this helps to reaffirm my commitment.

For those that haven't been liberated from staring at tab.....if you've not figured out how to create your own stuff... Try harder...it is by far the most satisfying way to enjoy the guitar... Sure it's great to play some tune everybody knows.....but does it really feed you????
I can spend hours just picking out stuff I create ...some sucks somes pretty good ....either way it satisfys me ..... I love acoustic fingerstyle blues.....use whatever system your studying but learn it with your own understanding......I didn't really use a system ......I was playing acoustic blues from tab and recordings.....while getting comfortable with the pentatonics, blues scales , mixolydian mode....moveable chords shapes and fragments there of....then once I learned a blues from the tab and recordings .....I would pick it apart and figure out how they created it.....then at some point it all just clicked.....I assure you it is far easier then you would imagine.....now I'll watch a you tube video of someone playing a acoustic blues.....I hear a lick I like then I just learn it....play it over and over and figure out what scale , chord shape etc....once I understand what they did I learn something and I learned another lick for my bag of tricks....sure it helps I was classically trained....and I've learned enough of music theroy on my own to understand what makes things click.....but most of what Ive learned wasn't from any guitar teacher.....I had to piece it together on my own terms.....once it clicked it was like a light turned on....now the only thing that stops me is mostly my own creativeness..... But remember one thing....your only required to "play just what you know".... Reverend Gary Davis.
Use the caged system or just learn the scales I mention up and down the neck ....connect them together with moveable chord shapes....and fragments....learn some substitution rules .....once it clicks ....you'll be amazed.....believe me.....

Someone needed to hear this....lol....

Has anyone ever put their acoustic guitar in front of speakers for long periods of time to hasten the opening up process? Seems logical. If a guitar gets better with age because of the amount of time ithas been played, set it in front of speakers and play music to it to simulate someone playing it.

00's just aren't my cup of tea. Guitar is in like new condition with typical vintage finish wear. Added strap button and Schatten HFN. Includes OHSC $1600 including shipping and PP fees for EGF members. Here is a link to the original listing - https://www.laguitarsales.com/index.php/...50037.html

Let me know if you want some additional pics.

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Hi there,
I expect that this will be shipped out to me tomorrow, and I'll receive it sometime this week. 
Long story, but I bought an E1OM from a retailer last June. It arrived, the 'included setup' was mediocre at best, but there was one big issue and one lesser issue. 
The bridge and fretboard were Rosewood. 
The finish looked like it had all run together in the wood. Quite bleah.
I had it set up by a pro, and still wasn't satisfied. 
So, I got in touch with the store (3 months later, mind) and more or less demanded that they make it right. Defective materials. 
They were accomodating so long as I bought another, more expensive guitar, and didn't expect the refund of the entire price for my trade-in.
I was going to go for the E6OM TC, still might, if I don't like this. However, if everything checks out, I expect this will be a keeper. I am not a fan of cutaways or electronics in acoustic guitars, which is another reason the E6OM is on my radar.

Sorry for the long pre-amble.
Anyone have or had one of these? If so, I would be grateful to hear your impressions!
Thanks!
G.

Does anyone know what the Date signifies on the Eastman Certificate Of Authenticity?
Is it related to the final build date or an inspection date either at the plant in Beijing, China or at Eastman in California? Thanks.

Creedence Clearwater Revival with the great John Fogerty accompanied by an amusing more recent vid :-

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=...xxw8J5kWGQ

Hi peoples!

I was here, briefly, a few years ago. Been a weird few years, lol. Anyway, I got an E1OM in June and though it was defective, I liked it so much I bought a 2nd hand E1D Cla for a good price on ebay classifieds. After a setup, it is an amazing guitar, I'd choose it over a Martin D16GT or a Taylor 310 (both of which I have owned). It's a keeper. And the finish on mine is gorgeous. I have some more expensive guitars, the E1D holds its own.
Anyway, the OM...got sent back to the place of origin this week. It was a nice little guitar, but it had a Rosewood bridge and fretboard. Supposed to be Ebony. The 1st string also rang out unnaturally. So, I asked for an exchange, and I am now awaiting an AC308ce LTD SB. Took a loss on the trade-in, but got more than if I'd sold it myself. So, now I am awaiting the AC308ce. If it plays at least as well as my E1D, I'll be happy as Larry!
Funny thing about Eastmans. Get one, realize you love the tone of the thing, and then decide you want more. Like, right away! lol. 
Nice to visit again! I'd forgotten that I'd joined! 

I bought this guitar from LA Guitar Sales a couple of months ago. I had it set up at my local tech with Martin treated 12-54 PB strings, and they added a strap button. The guitar plays very nicely, sounds great and is still in excellent condition. I play dreads most of the time and just bought another one, so my hope is that someone will buy this OM and enjoy it.

Photos are not the best, but here they are. I actually believe this guitar is still the one pictured on LA Guitar Sales site, since I see the dark spot in the Sitka spruce top.

$1,100 shipped.

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I thought this was informative considering the ambiguous use of the word mahogany when it comes to acoustic guitar manufacturers. 


https://breedlovemusic.com/acoustic-guit...ic-guitars

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