Hi, I have recently acquired a used AR805 Archtop and so thought I should join up.

I had a very similr guitar back in 2007 - in the "classic" finish with the floating pick-up fitted and rarely played it, so traded it a couple of years ago and instantly missed it.
So, whilst I already have a couple of perfectly nice archtops (and I'm not really a jazzer) I've always nursed a yen for a sunburst model, and last month one turned up on the UK Ebay ... and I got it! 

Now, I need to find out how to post images - is it possible to upload direct from my files? I don't use a photo website. In the meantime here is one of my videos comparing my Eastman to my two others archtops

Selling my AR503CE-SB with original case.  In very good condition (excellent condition except for small ding on the top, between rim and upper f-hole, see photo).  All original, "low miles", original owner, purchased from Gryphon Stringed Instruments, Palo Alto, California on 9/01/2015.  $750 (lowered from $800) including shipping to lower 48.

I thought I posted this yesterday, but can’t seem to find it.. I must have missed something.

I love slope shouldered jumbos with a burst. Hell, I love an old Gibson, but can’t invest that kind of money, so I’m interested in Eastman’s SS models. Can’t get to one locally, though, so I’ll ask the experts:

Most of the boutique slopes I’ve played sound more like Martins than Gibsons, with that bright, punchy sound with very distinct string separation and a “scooped” tone - strong bass and treble, slightly recessed mids. Gibsons, even vintage ones, even really loud ones, have less bass, and a fat midrange that blends the notes when strumming.

Is there any consensus (or consistency) on where the Eastmans fall?

Hello Eastman family, have a Sapele/Sapele E2OM that is the prettiest and best sounding acoustic I own or have played. (Taylor 214, TZ5)

Now I would like to buy a second Eastman also for fingerstyle but even after I read the forum comments and Eastmans descriptions, I am not sure which guitar would be a step up or have better qualities. I know it all depends on our own likes but trying to understand what I want next is tough.

Appreciate any comment,

Regards,
FS

Hello Folks - In a couple of previous posts I documented the sad tale of my trying unsuccessfully for almost a year to get an E20D -TC. My lovely wife, being the goodhearted soul that she is sensed my frustration and disappointment (and also blessed with an abundance of common sense) finally said "quit whining about that damn guitar and order a different one !!". Who among us would waste such a glorious opportunity ?? I immediately contacted A Plus Guitars and reworked the existing deal to cancel the 20 and substitute a natural topped E40D - it arrived about a month ago. There has been a lot written on this (and other) sites about the 40 series Eastmans and I can now add my 2 cents worth of opinions - they are the REAL DEAL !!!! It is difficult to effectively describe subjective qualities like playability and sound but like the old saying goes "you'll know it when you see it" - so true, so true !! Over the years I have had the chance to play quite a few acoustic guitars of varying quality and I would put this axe up against any one of them, regardless of price. The only thing that I have to overcome is my reluctance to take it out of the house - it is so beautiful that I really am afraid to take it to some of the "establishments" where I gig with Bluegrassers and over-the-hill Hippies - I'll get over that sooner or later - I'm blessed to have a fine E10D - SB which does a great job. Also, in closing - a tip-of-the-hat to George at A Plus Guitars - great guy to deal with!

Fantastic!so impressed with this guitar!

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hey guys,
what is this weird truss rod and how do i adjust it? Never seen anything like this!
Greets, 
David

Found this great comparison video:





Both sound really good... I think the E2 might be added to my wish list for fingerstyle.

I am still in the market for an E10D-TC and search reverb frequently. I also look for the other versions. Surprisinly this popped up today but is shown as listed 19 days ago. I think the price is a little heavy, just my opinion. The usual caveats apply.

https://reverb.com/item/14144225-eastman...17-natural

TomC

Hi all, I’m currently looking for some ebony replacement bridge pins for my 2017 E10D-TC. For some reason when I purchased this guitar almost a year ago I felt like it would benefit from bone pins as they seem to add some brightness and clarity. For most string sets this is a helpful addition. But I have found with 80/20 bronze this adds to much top end zing to the tone. I can’t remember what I have done with the original bridge pins and I am wondering where I can get a good replacement set that will fit this guitar. Will Martin Style from StewMac do that trick? Thanks in advance.