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Mandolins built by Eastman Guitars feature solid tonewoods and an array of striking handcrafted appointments. The mighty MDO305E A-style acoustic-electric octave mandolin debuts with down-tuned octave strings and an A-style body carved from solid spruce and solid maple. Spruce and maple fuel an assertive clarity that’s blended with the rich, warm bass of an extra-large sound chamber. The MDO305E’s maple neck and “Soft V” neck profile lend unwavering support to your hands, which makes exploring an extended ebony fingerboard a breeze. Eastman Guitars finalizes the MDO305E A-style octave mandolin with a gig-ready pickup, parallel bracing carved from spruce, and a Truetone finish that guards good looks while letting tonewoods vibrate fully. The MDO305E A-style acoustic-electric octave mandolin from Sweetwater earns straight As across the board ? it’s an outstanding choice for small ensembles, singer/songwriters, recording, or your local mandolin orchestra!





Solid, mature tonewoods, expertly carved





All in all, the MDO305E preserves the quintessential brightness of a mandolin while providing richer low-end registers to explore. The MDO305E’s solid spruce top is the crux of tone, and it responds instantly to dynamic changes and technique while ensuring notes are loudly projected. Maple back and sides supply vibrant clarity and shimmering overtones that sustain but never overstay their welcome, leaving you free to proceed onto the next chord or riff. Lastly, the MDO305E features a maple neck with a “Soft V” carve that simplifies accurate fretting. Even players at Sweetwater with large hands and fingers endorse this “Soft V” carve, as it tends to ward off strain and prevent cramps while giving proper support for effortless play!





Serial N2304963


Serial N2304963


Modified A-style body brings out muscular bass





The size and shape of the MDO305E’s body elicit harmonious tone from the low-tuned octave strings. The body is essentially an enlarged A-style shape with a renovated sound chamber (providing superior bass and warm waves of sustain) and S-holes (providing excellent note definition and a punchy, percussive chop when played using force). Moreover, as you fret toward the body, the symmetry of the A-style body provides breezy access to more notes on your lowest string.





Amplify away with the K&K Duotone!





This mandolin includes a built-in K&K Sound Duotone pickup designed for high-quality feedback resistance and a natural-sounding tone when plugging in. The K&K Sound Duotone pickup is handcrafted for mandolins and elegantly simple. Its passive design requires no batteries, which means fewer items to squeeze into your gig bag or case! For optimal tone, pair the K&K system with an amp that’s built for acoustic instruments! Alternatively, you can use a PA, but it is recommended you also use a preamp pedal or similar device when plugging into the low-impedance PAs you’re destined to find in clubs, coffee shops, and houses of worship.





Eastman Guitars: thinking inside the box





Many know the Eastman Music Company as a trusted name in the realm of band and orchestra instruments. Fortunately for all mandolin lovers, Eastman Guitars has attained a similar stature with its steadfast dedication to this noble and historic instrument. Similar to how Sweetwater got its start, Eastman founder Qian Ni grew his business from its humble origins in the back of his car to its status as a burgeoning, reputable company. True to Ni’s vision, Eastman Guitars meticulously approaches each instrument, backing them with a lifetime warranty and masterful designs crafted for a superb musical experience.





Eastman founder Qian Ni


Serial N2304963


Eastman Guitars MDO305E A-style Acoustic-electric Octave Mandolin Features:


Tuned one octave below standard mandolin tuning for rich, deep tone ? perfect for filling out small ensembles, mandolin orchestras, singer/songwriters, and recording!


Enlarged body shape produces more bass and keeps tone formidable


A-style body with S-holes delivers a punchy response and a subtle percussive chop when played aggressively


Punchy and resonant thanks to a solid Sitka spruce top and solid maple back and sides


Handcrafted and finalized with a Truetone satin finish for a top-notch look and feel


Smooth, thin maple neck with a comfortable “Soft V” profile, topped with an ebony fingerboard


21-inch-scale length supports accurate fretting and an extensive range


Resonant bone nut and parallel spruce bracing fuel mature, professional tone


Integrated K&K Sound Duotone electronics provide seamless passive amplification ? no batteries required!