The Eastman E20 OM-TC is a beautiful and well-crafted Orchestra Model (OM) acoustic guitar with a solid build, perfect for players who appreciate a balanced sound with some warmth and clarity. Here's a breakdown of its specs:
Eastman E20 OM-TC - Specifications:
Body:
- Body Shape: Orchestra Model (OM), which has a smaller, more comfortable body than dreadnought guitars. It offers a balanced tonal profile, making it ideal for fingerstyle playing and light strumming.
- Top: Solid Thermo-Cured (Torrefied) Sitka Spruce. The torrefied top gives the guitar a vintage sound right out of the box, with enhanced tonal depth and a warmer, more open sound. The torrefication process simulates the natural aging of wood, providing a more broken-in tone.
- Back and Sides: Solid Mahogany. Mahogany provides a warm, rounded tone with strong midrange presence and a bit of a soft, woody character, complementing the clarity of the spruce top.
- Binding: Typically Ivoroid binding, which gives the guitar a vintage and classy look.
Neck:
- Neck Material: Mahogany neck, which contributes to the warm and balanced tonal response.
- Fingerboard: Ebony, known for its smooth feel and excellent durability.
- Scale Length: 25.4 inches, which is the standard scale length for most full-sized acoustic guitars.
- Neck Profile: The neck profile is a C-shape, making it comfortable for most hand sizes, offering good playability for both chord work and fingerpicking.
- Frets: 20 frets (sometimes referred to as “standard fretboard” for OM models).
- Nut Width: 1 11/16 inches—this is slightly narrower than the traditional 1 3/4-inch width, making it ideal for fingerstyle players who need a bit more spacing between strings.
Pickguard:
- A Tortoise-style pickguard that complements the vintage-inspired design.
Bridge:
- Ebony Bridge, matching the fingerboard for a smooth aesthetic and providing excellent sustain and tone clarity.
- Saddle and Nut: Both are made of Bone, which is a traditional material that contributes to good resonance and tone transfer.
Soundhole Rosette:
- A Wooden Rosette with an elegant and understated design.
Tuners:
- Open-Gear Gotoh Tuners with a classic vintage look and smooth tuning action.
Sound and Playability:
- Tone: The E20 OM-TC produces a beautifully balanced sound, with bright top-end clarity, a solid midrange, and rich low-end warmth. The torrefied spruce top brings a vintage flavor, making it sound as if it’s been played in for years, even when new. The mahogany back and sides give the guitar a soft warmth, great for fingerstyle and light strumming.
- Playability: The C-shaped neck and 25.4" scale length make it very comfortable for players accustomed to traditional acoustic guitars. The OM body size provides great projection but isn't as large or bulky as a dreadnought, making it a good choice for players looking for a more manageable instrument.
Overall Look and Build Quality:
Eastman guitars are known for their craftsmanship, and the E20 OM-TC is no exception. The fit and finish are meticulous, with attention to detail in both the aesthetics and structural integrity. The torrefied spruce top adds to the overall vintage appeal, both visually and tonally.
The Eastman E20 OM-TC is ideal for fingerstyle players, singer-songwriters, or anyone looking for a well-rounded acoustic guitar with excellent tonal clarity and warmth.
