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Hi.  I just received a used E8D via Reverb, which was listed in "excellent" condition.  During transit, there was some finish checking, but the seller also included a humidipak, which came loose and rubbed against the neck throughout the journey.

I'm attaching photos, and I'll be taking it to my luthier for an inspection, estimate on the repairs, and possible setup (if I keep it).  The scrapes are through the finish and down to the wood, so I have no idea what it may cost... or look like, when it's done.

I'm trying to decide if it's worth negotiating a repair vs. requesting a return.  In addition to the repair cost, I'd also have to factor some depreciated resale value for the neck damage and finish checking.

What do you think...?

Neck:


Finish checking example:


Faulty humidipak:

Spent some time yesterday installing a new Kent Armstrong 12-pole pick up on my Eastman AR603CE-15.  The original pickup sounded fine, but I really like the KA 12-pole handmade pickups.  I have them on 2 other guitars currently.  I find that this p/u sounds more focused and a little less boomy than the typical PAF.

Install was a little tricky.  Original p/u used the 4 color wiring.  Couldn’t find a wiring diagram for the AR603CE-15 online so I decided to pull the entire wiring harness from the guitar.  As it turns out, Eastman only uses the black wire and shield, as you might expect.

Actually, pulling the wiring harness allowed me to wire the pickup properly without splicing.  End result was very clean.  Overall very pleased with the installation and the KA pickup does not disappoint.  It sounds exactly like what I was expecting.  Now, I just need to dial in the pole pieces.

One side note.  I was a little surprised at the quality of the hole that Eastman cut for the top mounted PAF.  It is what I consider to be a very rough cut.  While it doesn’t affect the tone nor is it visible once the pickup is installed, I would have expected a little cleaner execution based on the quality of the rest of the guitar.

In the end, the guitar sounds wonderful with the new pickup and now, even more pleased with my Eastman AR603CE-15.

So. I went onto Eastman's site because I wanted to know more about the nut width of the smaller models. Apparently the necks of all OO's and P's are the same. However, I distinctly remember trying a small-body Eastman last year and it having a really much fatter neck than the other ones I was trying. I'm.. kind of thinking it was the E10, not sure if it was the OO or the P. Does anyone know what's going on? And why they're no all the same?

I haven't seen any posts lately.  How's everyone doing?  Hopefully, everyone's too busy playing their Eastman guitars!

All Hog Goodness here! Beautiful flamed mahogany…looks amazing! Recent setup and excellent condition, always humidifed. Great playability and spades of tone to match. Comes with original hard case also in excellent condition. To my ears and fingers, this is best all hog you can buy for the money. Has opened up nicely and plays like a dream. Soundwise…really warm and comfortable….makes you feel like you are wrapped up in a blanket…way you really want mahogany to sound but so much more. Quality, fit, finish, and sound like a boutique guitar costings several thousand more. 

$750 shipped.

Here's 3 decent youtube videos of the guitar that i would say give decent idea of sound
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJqhd6v-q9c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvt4S6hfA-I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4urA0o6BeM


Specs from Eastman:
Eastman E10 OO-M
Inspired by the iconic parlor style, pre-war guitars from the 1930s, the OO is a short scale 12 or 14-fret vintage “blues box.” Our smaller bodied OO features a premium blend of select mahogany, solid spruce, and rosewood tonewoods. The smaller upper bout coupled with a larger lower bout and thin soundbox makes the OO a comfort to play and ideal for a smaller, quieter room. Favored by everyone from old blues players to folk and Americana, to virtually guitarists of any musical genre, the OO transitions playing styles seamlessly from fingerstyle to strumming to a bottleneck slide. From the back porch to the stage to recording sessions in the studio, the OO is a versatile guitar that fits into any players collection.

Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1-3/4″
Fretwire: 19 Jescar Nickel – Silver
Scale Length: 24.9″
Body Style: 00-12 fret
Body Dimensions: 14-3/4″ x 4″
Bracings: Hand-carved Scalloped X
Body Top: Solid Figured Mahogany
Body Back/Sides: Solid Figured Mahogany
Bridge/Saddle: Rosewood through saddle/bone, 2-7/32″ spacing
Rosette: classic
Cutaway: None
Slope Shoulder: None
Head Cap Veneer Material: Rosewood
Truss Rod: Dual Acting
Headstock Style: AC Style
Binding: Body
Binding Material: White Multi-ply
Logo Material: Pearl
Inlay: Dots
Inlay Material: Mother of Pearl
Side Dot Color: White
Hardware Color: Chrome
Pickguard Material: Tortoise shell OM style (included in case)
Tuners: Ping open gear like all traditionals
Strings: Cleartone Phosphor Bronze .012-.053
Tuning: E A D G B e
Case: Hard-shell Case

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Awesome guitar!

Anybody make tiny tweaks that make your Eastman play better?

My 14mos old E20OM-TC is as good as they come, but.... needed a tiny tweak.

Problem:  maybe one player in a zil would even notice but when I would hammer on in the first position on the 3rd (G) string.... no sustain, great sustain with the other 5 strings.  Setup is spot-on at 12th fret and relief.  Could the fret be too low in that position?  No way or all 6 strings would have the problem.
 
Had to get in the tech weeds to figure this one out.  Started reading master luthier Bryan Kimsey and measuring with automotive 1/1000" feeler gauges etc.  Turned out the nut slot of the 3rd string was .002" high.   2/1000" is tiny..... but huge.

Glory be and thanks to Bryan Kimsey for his gracious tech sharing for a properly cut nut:

http://www.bryankimsey.com/nuts/nuts3.htm

Been to all the usual sites. NO warranty contact. Actuslly no phone number.

My dealer said call Eastman.

Anyone have a contact?

Thx

For sale is an Eastman E20OM guitar in excellent cosmetic and playing condition. It has a beautiful sunburst finish, and a solid Adirondack Spruce top with solid Rosewood back and sides. The Adirondack/Rosewood combination produces a very pleasing articulate tone. To me the sunburst is very unique on this guitar. I've never seen another Eastman with this color sunburst finish. It is a brownish color around the edge of the top instead of black. You guys know the rave reviews on these guitars.
$875 with buyer to pay actual shipping and Insurance.
I am located in Ormond Beach, Florida  32174