Description
The Eastman AR805CE Solid Carved Archtop is the epitome of sophistication, sound, and style for jazz and blues guitarists. Featuring solid woods, a Lollar Imperial humbucker, and an eye-catching Gold Burst finish, this hollow body is a world-class instrument that commands attention. For musicians in pursuit of an archtop that delivers a resonant, open sound with flawless playability, your search ends with the AR805CE.
Boasting a solid spruce body and a hand-carved solid maple top, the AR805CE offers both stunning looks and a vibrant, resonant tone. The Traditional Even "C" shaped maple neck provides a comfortable, balanced grip, complemented by a Venetian cutaway for seamless access to the higher frets - a necessary feature for soloists and lead players. Guitarists will also love the AR805CE's silky-smooth 12"-radius ebony fingerboard, which plays with a smooth, fast feel.
Fueling the AR805CE's expressive voice is a Lollar custom-wound Imperial humbucker, a pickup that truly shines in jazz and blues settings. It produces a rich, full-bodied tone with a charming vintage flair and exceptional articulation. Single notes sing with a distinct, melodic quality, while chords resonate with unparalleled depth and sustain. Pair this gem with a vintage tube amplifier, and its sonic excellence becomes fully evident.
Decked out with an ebony on brass tailpiece and gold hardware, the Eastman AR805CE promises not only exceptional tone, but a distinguished presence on any stage. Reach out today for more information about this incredible Eastman hollow body guitar.
Specs
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Neck Profile: Traditional Even C
Nut: Bone 1.72"
Fretwire: 22 Medium Jumbo Jescar 47104
Scale Length: 25"
Body Style: Venetian
Body Dimensions: 16" X 3-1/4"
Body Top: Solid Spruce
Body Back/Sides: Solid Handcarved Maple
Truss Rod: Single Acting
Binding: Top, Back Fingerboard, F-Holes, Headstock
Binding Material: 7 ply Ivoroid
Logo: Pearl Headstock
Finish: Truetone Gloss
Hardware Color: Gold
Pickguard: Ebony w/ Ivoroid Binding
Tailpiece: Ebony on Brass
Bridge: Adjustable Ebony Bridge
Tuners: Gotoh Gold with Ebony SG360-EN01GG
Neck Pickup: Lollar Custom Wound Imperial Humbucker
Pickup Height: 3/32"
Capacitors: 0.047μF
Potentiometers: CTS 500K LinearTaper
Output Jack: Switchcraft 6J1226
Case: Hardshell Case
SKU: AR805CE-GB
