Eastman SB59/V Black with Hardcase

The Eastman SB59/V Black is a premium solid-body electric guitar from Eastman's "V" series, offering a vintage-inspired take on a classic single-cut design. It's renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship, high-quality components, and an "aged" aesthetic that gives it the feel of a well-loved, decades-old instrument right out of the box.

Key Features:

• Classic Single-Cut Design: Evokes the timeless look and feel of iconic 1959-era solid-body electric guitars.
• "Antique Varnish" Finish in Black: This is a hallmark of the "V" series. The hand-applied, thin nitrocellulose varnish finish is subtly aged, providing a matte/satin feel, allowing the wood to resonate freely for enhanced tone and sustain. The black finish gives it a rebellious and timeless aesthetic.
• Premium Tonewoods:
  • Body Top: Solid Figured Maple (often Flame Maple), which contributes to brightness and sustain.
  • Body Back/Sides: 1-Piece Okoume or 1-Piece Mahogany (specifications can vary by year/batch, but both are excellent tonewoods known for warmth and resonance).
  • Neck: 1-Piece Mahogany (or Okoume), known for stability and rich tone.
  • Fingerboard: Ebony, a dense and smooth wood that provides a fast playing surface, strong attack, and clear note definition.
• High-End Pickups: Equipped with Lollar Custom Aged/Wound Imperial Humbuckers. These pickups are highly regarded for their vintage-voiced, articulate PAF-style tone, offering a broad spectrum from warm bluesy cleans to gritty rock-and-roll crunch, with excellent dynamics. (Note: Earlier models might have featured Seymour Duncan '59s).
• Aged Hardware: All hardware, including the Gotoh tune-o-matic bridge (often GE-104B-NI Relic) and stop tailpiece (Gotoh GE101A-NI Relic), and Gotoh SD90 tuners, is aged nickel to match the vintage aesthetic of the finish.
• Neck Profile & Playability:
  • Neck Profile: "Traditional Even C" or "C" shape, designed for comfortable playability across various styles.
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12", a comfortable radius for both chords and lead playing.
  • Frets: 22 Jescar FW47104-P frets (medium-jumbo), known for their durability and smooth feel.
  • Nut: Bone nut (1 11/16" or 1.68" width) for enhanced tone and tuning stability.
  • Scale Length: 24.75" (a classic short scale), contributing to a comfortable feel and warm tone.
• Premium Electronics: Features high-quality components such as CTS 500K Audio Taper potentiometers, Sprague Orange Drop capacitors, and Switchcraft toggle switch and output jack for reliable performance and excellent signal integrity.
• Control Layout: Standard 2 Volume, 2 Tone, and a 3-way pickup selector switch.
• Binding & Inlays: Cream binding on the body and neck, with elegant Pearl Crowns inlays on the ebony fingerboard.
• Included Accessory: Comes with a Hardshell Case for superior protection and transport.

The Eastman SB59/V Black is highly sought after by players who appreciate vintage aesthetics and feel but demand modern playability and the consistent quality of a new, hand-crafted instrument. It offers a professional-grade single-cut experience with a distinct character.