Hey folks. Where can I get a replacement bone saddle for my E6D-TC?

I purchased this guitar in June. I wanted to straighten the neck a bit but the dealer I bought it from sanded down the saddle enough that the action gets too low when I try to take relief out. Can’t go below about 0.010” relief.

Appreciate any help.

Tom

I hope you don't mind a few questions that come from my obsessive attention to guitar sizes.

First some background.  I'm a beginner currently playing a Yamaha FS830 and hoping to upgrade to a nice Eastman.  I've been considering Eastman OM models and OOSS models.  One thing that's holding me off from buying one sight unseen -- no local Eastman dealers here -- is that I'm not sure how different sizes will play under my arm and, having had neck and shoulder problems already from work, I'm quite picky about that.  Overall, the Yamaha FS plays comfortable, although being a short person with short arms, I need to extend my right arm just a tad out of my comfort zone to wrap around the lower bout, and I often need to extend my left arm forward -- which feels uncomfortable -- unless I twist right shoulder forward.  Playing with the neck up helps, but I tried a NeckUp device as well as a strap; unfortunately, didn't quite like either one.

Here come my questions (sorry about the long introduction): for those of you who own both an OM and an OOSS,

1.  Does the OOSS body feel shorter to you?  I know the scale length is 24.75 vs 24.9, but I'm more concerned about the length of the lower bout (from center of waist to endpin).  I keep wondering if the OOSS model is shorter, then my right arm and shoulder might feel more relaxed.  If someone could measure the length for a comparison with my FS830 I'd much appreciate it.

2.  Does the wider upper bout of the OM help bring the neck higher (when you want it higher) because, I imagine, you could place the guitar at a "better" angle so the neck is higher, or is there not much difference?  I keep hearing OOSS models are more comfortable to hold, but worry that when playing seated the neck would be lower.

I'd appreciate any inputs.

Hello there,

I have a big birthday coming up and wanted to purchase an E1OML as it seems to be the only sub £1000 solid wood acoustic for us lefties.

There are a number of retailers in the UK that sell this guitar. I wanted to give my business to my local guitar shop but noticed that they had a higher price than a few other shops. I asked if they could price match and got this response:

Re: The Eastman, I'm obviously keen to get your business but I'm afraid I can't do any better that £525 in the current climate.  Just to give some context to the price difference between us as dealers, my guess is that Coda/Kennys are holding 2020 stock as this model was £499 last year - whereas the units I have are latest 2021 models. 

I could stomach £25 to support a local business but my question actually is are there any differences between these models? A quick glance at the forum shows there is concern over Eastman switching from Nitro finish to Trutone. I wonder if this is the only difference?

Would I be safer going with the older (which happens to be cheaper) model?

Just curious.  The AD 17 and the AD27  sound pretty good in videos.  Has anyone seen, held or played one?

Just a heads up if anyone is interested. I am going to move a couple to fund something special (hopefully). Here are the listings. I would prefer a local sale but will pick up freight and PP fees for EGF members

AC622CE - https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/m...33495.html
E6D-TC Alpine - https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/m...40184.html

Reluctantly selling my Eastman AC508m. These are rare and they have amazing tone. Slothead Headstock. Check my Reverb feedback. 

https://reverb.com/item/45364163-eastman...ogany-2013

I was given a set of Elixir Nanoweb Baritone strings, 8-/20 Bronze, .016 -.070 by someone who thought they were regular guitar strings and I could use them. Don't know how old the set is, but the box is unopened (at least by me). Anyone here in the continental U.S. who wants them can have them free. Just PM me your address and I'll send 'em off. They're just taking up space on my desk.

My D18 is so much lighter than my E10OM.  I haven't weighed them but it feels like a big difference. I'm just curious about what would lead to this being so.

I have an interesting dilemma. I recently picked up a Farida OT-22W which is basically an inexpensive Gibson LG-2 clone. I have been looking for something like it but of better quality build and materials. I am trying to stay with a one in, one out policy and the only thing I have that I would consider selling (I am not ready to give up on my new bright AC622CE maple) is my E6D-TC Alpine which I find to be a stellar guitar. Now the BUT - two months ago I finally received an Iris DF. I basically haven't touched the E6 since getting the Iris. What I figured out is I like mahogany, shorter scale, slope shoulder and a little beefier neck. Plus I prefer the slightly smaller body of the slope shoulder over the Martinesque D-14 size.

Now the dilemma - would you sell a guitar that you find is very good if you didn't play it? With the upgrades I put into the E6 there is no way to get all of my money out of it, but that is really not the point. I appreciate any insights or comments. And yes I know - first world problem. 

Here is a link to the guitar I am considering - https://davesguitar.com/products/flammang/lg35-recent/

Had some sunshine here today so I took some pictures of my 2013 Eastman E20SS, thought it would maybe interest some people here



Love both the sound and the looks of it. There is some bearclaw figuring on the top which might not be everyone's cup of tea, I really like it though. I don't see a lot of bearclaw in these adirondack tops.

Sound wise this thing is a bell. Lots of overtones and sustain. Maybe too much sometimes ? Got to be mindful about string muting because this thing will ring out for days ! Other strings resonating in sympathy is really prevalent in this guitar. Can be a good thing or a bad thing depending or what you play but it will force you to play clean.

The neck is a nice full C shape, really comfortable. The 1 11/16" nut size can be an issue for some but works well for me. I learned to play acoustic on a Guild F20 which has the same size.

Anyway this has become my main guitar, really in love with it.