The Eastman MDO605 octave mandolin offers classic “A” style design and construction, with a handcarved solid spruce top, carved solid maple back and sides for traditional looks with ultimate projection and tonal definition. The lower octave tuning (GDAE), mellow tone and larger scale make this an easy instrument to listen to and play—great for players with larger hands/fingers. The Goldburst finish is Eastman’s thin, truetone lacquer with ivoroid binding on the top and back. A 3-piece maple/mahogany/maple neck with 12" ebony fingerboard, and adjustable ebony bridge, add distinctive appearance and playing ease.
We’re consistently impressed with Eastman’s attention to fit and finish on their mandolins, as well as their excellent tone. They don’t claim to be collectibles from America’s golden instrument-manufacturing era, but they offer great sound and looks at a reasonable price. We like that. A hardshell case is included.
Features
Body Style A-Style Top Solid Spruce w/ S-holes Back/Sides Solid Maple Finish Goldburst TrueTone Lacquer Neck 3-Piece Maple/Mahogany/Maple Fretboard Ebony w/ pearl block markers, 23 frets Radius 12" Nut 1 3/8” Bone Scale Length 21” Binding Ivoroid on body top/back Headcap Veneer Maple Hardware Nickel Tailpiece Cast Aluminum Bridge Fitted Adjustable Ebony Tuners Pingwell RM-11583N-26A Tuning GDAE Dimensions 15 5/8” x 12” x 1 27/32” Case Hardshell Included
