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Eastman SB55DC/v Antique Varnish Electric Guitar #12755029  From Eastman

Double cut, single pickup, solid body electric from Eastman in antique varnish with a Lollar 50's Spec Dog Ear P-90.

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What We Think

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.

Manufacturer's Description from Eastman

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.

Eastman Guitars

About Manufacturer

Eastman Strings began in 1992, but its roots date back centuries to the violin and bow makers of the 1800s. By this time, violin and string instrument builders had streamlined their process enough by hiring specialized woodworkers who would assist them in the most time consuming tasks that there were plenty of quality, affordable handmade instruments. During World War II, many of the premier instrument makers had their towns and workshops destroyed, and some were even killed in the violence. Traditions that had been handed down for centuries from master instrument makers were all but lost, and the process of building by hand was replaced by large-scale manufacturing. After the war, the majority of instrument production had been mechanized, and in order for musicians to find decent instruments they would have to save enormous amounts of money for older, handmade instruments. Eastman Strings is returning to the traditions of the great string instrument builders of the past, and is bringing handmade instruments to musicians around the world at affordable prices. 

Eastman Guitars are fine handmade instruments at very reasonable prices. Their archtops and flat tops are made with solid, hand-carved tops, backs, and sides. They offer many of the traditional archtop styles in their Uptown series with options of different woods, dimensions, and pickups. The Thinline series, the El Rey and the Jon Pisano signature line offer some great alternatives, and feature the same kinds of customizable options. Eastman Uptown Deluxe series archtops are custom shop pieces with select AAA grade tone woods, wood binding with inlaid purfilng, and five piece necks.

For the flat top player, Eastman offers many different options in grand concert, orchestra model, grand auditorium, mini jumbo, dreadnought, and jumbo shapes. With these there are many different configurations of Sitka, Adirondack, and Englemann Spruce tops, as well as Mahogany, Rosewood, and Maple back and sides.  Between all of these quality handmade instruments we are confident that there is an Eastman guitar out there for any discerning musician. We also carry Eastman mandolins! 

With so many options, and with such reasonable pricing, it is no secret why we love Eastman guitars here at Sound Pure. We carry one of the largest inventories of Eastman guitars in the US. Our staff is extremely knowledgeable on the entire Eastman line. If you cannot find the Eastman guitar you are looking for in our vast inventory, we are happy to assist in a special order.

 

Specifications

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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