The Eastman T59/v Thinline is available in Antique Amber and Antique Red. $1,355.00 Retail at the time of this post. Eastman AR810CE-SB Archtop by published on The AR810CE-SB is a fully capable modern jazz guitar Eastman archtops have earned a reputation as some of the best sounding and playing jazz guitars available. The next generation of ARCHTOP is here A beautiful hollowbody 6-string guitar for KONTAKT PLAYER (NKS compatible) ideal for jazz, funk, blues and more. This guitar feels like a premium custom instrument, which is why we had a tough time putting it down. Aesthetics and build quality are important to Eastman, and it shows. Eastman did a great job making a players guitar while retaining all of the great visual appeal.įor 2019, the Eastman T59/v keeps their French-polished and aged patina finishes that we've come to lust for, and adds a hand-made pickguard and narrower headstock design. Unlike ost archtops, we didnt feel like we needed a break due to discomfort after a long playing session. The rolled fret edges and a 12" radius make things easy to manage on the fretboard, creating a virtually uninhibited playing experience. This model features a comfortable rounded "C" neck profile that fits snuggly in your hand. But wait there’s another Romeo in the Eastman electric guitar family and it must just be even more charming. To know the Romeo was to be swept off your feet. If you're used to archtops of old, you'll feel right at home with the T59/v. Eastman Romeo LA : What is it Everyone knows the Eastman Romeo, that lightweight and super-playable archtop with the sweet pickups, great tone and attractive price. The middle position is perfect for funky rhythms when you need to take it there. The responsiveness continues in the middle and neck positions, with the latter being soft but with plenty of clarity. Mark Lacy joined as an adviser of sorts and today's Easman is a much more refined instrument. They always did a pretty good job of sounding good but humble beginnings as far as fret work and electronics were concerned. The dynamic nature of this guitar is what keeps our hands glued to it. Eastman started as a violin company that read Bob Benedettos book and started making archtops. With the Eastman T59/v's pickups being wound a bit hotter than most guitars in ts class, it has plenty of power at the bridge position that bites when you want it to bite, and smooths itself out when you ease off.