Sound Pure's Take

Eastman definitely shows that less is more with their new SB55/v line. The capless body and single Lollar P90 bring out the tone and resonance of the Okoume body without leaving you wanting more. A compensated bridge, no load tone pot, and lower output allow for the every detail of the sound to come out perfectly clear. The SB55/v has quickly become a shop favorite, and we're sure you'll feel the same.

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Raw Refinement

A cap-less one-piece Okoume mahogany solid body delivers a lightweight playing experience without sacrificing an ounce of tone. The Antique Varnish finish found on both the SB55/v-SB and SB55DC/v brings the guitars’ visual and tonal beauty to the forefront. Our Antique Varnish finish is smoother than lacquer, with the thinner layer of varnish from our violin shop allowing for a fuller, more wide-open resonant sound that gives these instruments a truly unique voice.

Both the SB55/v-SB and SB55DC/v models feature a Lollar “50’s Spec” P90 in the bridge position. The lower output pickup produces a brighter and more defined tone with less distortion, creating room for more chordal articulation and playing subtleties to come through. This is perfect for players looking for a warm and growling sound that doesn’t sacrifice the details.

Premium Faber hardware, including a compensated Faber bridge for perfect intonation, provides the incredibly functional playing experience every player looks to find. The SB55/v-SB and SB55DC/v feature a no-load tone pot that bypasses itself from the signal chain when set to 10. When set below 10, it acts as a standard tone pot.

Model
SB55DC/v
Color
Vintage Red
Neck Material
One Piece Okoume Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Fingerboard Radius
12"
Nut
Bone, 1 11/16"
Fretwire
Jescar FW47104-P
Number of Frets
22
Scale Length
24 3/4"
Body Dimensions
13" x 1 7/8"
Body Back/Sides
One Piece Okoume Mahogany
Truss Rod
Single Acting
Logo
Pearl Headstock
Inlay
Pearl Dots
Backplates
Bakelite
Finish
Antique Varnish
Hardware Color
Aged Antique Nickel
Pickguard
Custom Bakelite
Bridge
Faber Wrap Around
Tuners
Faber with Oval Knobs
Knobs
Gold Speed Knobs
Strap Peg
Gotoh EP-A1 Relic
Bridge Pickup
Lollar 50's Spec Dog Ear P-90
Pickup Height
11mm
Capacitors
Sprague Orange Drop
Potentiometers
CTS 500K No-Load on the Tone
Output Jack
Switchcraft #11
Case
Hardshell

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