Eastman EU3C Solid Mahogany Concert Ukulele in Hard Case #15755733

Eastman are a brand that have quietly produced fantastic instrument over the past decade and it's fair to say that they have built themselves up into an internationally renowned alternative to the larger US manufacturers - We're looking at you Gibson and Martin.

Indeed, this solid mahogany series of Ukuleles is distinctly vintage in feel and sound and some careful design choices go a long way in helping these stand out from the pack. For example the Eastman Ukes are possibly the only instruments at this price that use an intricate and delicate nitro-cellulose finish rather than modern harder polyester gloss. This means that the instrument sounds and feels a little bit tight at first but opens up as it is played in like a vintage Martin or Gibson Uke.

Also, note how gorgeous the mahogany looks; Chinese factory instruments rarely feature such select woods. The rosewood fingerboard and bridge complete the ensemble. Maybe you have been hankering for a Pono but wanted something slightly more complex sounding rooted in tradition. Eastman are here to fill that gap.

This Concert has some real depth to it and would perfectly accompany any jazz singer through their favourite standard.

As Eastman say...

Each ukulele features all solid wood construction with the top, back & sides made from the finest mahogany finished in a high gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. The body is matched with rosewood binding and the fretboard is inlaid with abalone pearl snowflakes. Appointments include a bone nut and classic Grover tuning machine.

This one arrive with a small mark on the back of the neck, which although visible does not affect the playing of the instrument in any way. Hence the bargain price at 10% off! Pictures show actual instrument.

Spec:

Solid figured Mahogany top, back and sides
Hardshell Case included
Rosewood Fretboard and bridge
Rosewood binding to body
High Gloss Nitrocellulose finish
Abalone Snowflake inlays
Bone nut, 1-27/64" Width
Bone saddle
Grover tuners
D'Addario Nyltech High G strings