Eastman AC122-1ce-CLA Classic
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A Modern Build Designed for Resonance
The AC122-1CE-CLA focuses on the essentials: solid woods and a carefully crafted body architecture. The choice of a solid Sitka spruce top combined with hand-scalloped X bracing aims for freer vibration and better responsiveness to playing. The ebony selection (fingerboard and bridge) and bone nuts complete the package with an approach oriented towards precision, stability, and clarity.
For Which Guitarist and Styles?
With its generous body size (16" / 406.4 mm width) and comfortable neck, this acoustic guitar is particularly suited for intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a true dynamic range. It works very well for fingerstyle, folk and pop accompaniment, as well as open chord playing where projection and balance between lows and highs make a difference.
Sound Characteristics
The solid Sitka spruce soundboard delivers a clear attack, beautiful definition, and wide dynamics, ideal for transitioning from delicate to more forceful playing. The solid sapele back and sides enhance midrange presence with controlled warmth and good chord clarity. The hand-scalloped X bracing promotes projection and openness, while the ebony (fingerboard/bridge) and bone nuts contribute to improved precision, clean sustain, and crisper note-to-note articulation.
Technical specifications
| Body dimensions | 16" x 4 1/4" / 406.4 mm x 108.0 mm | Fingerboard radius | 12" / 305 mm |
| Soundboard | solid Sitka spruce | Scale length | 25.4" / 645.2 mm |
| Back and sides | solid sapele | Nut | bone, 1-3/4" / 44.5 mm |
| Bracing | hand-scalloped X bracing | Frets | 22 Jescar-FW43080 |
| Rosette | classic | Truss rod | dual-action |
| Binding | top and back | Bridge/Saddle | ebony/bone |
| Binding material | tortoise-style | String spacing at bridge | 2 5/32" / 54.8 mm |
| Neck material | mahogany | Logo | mother-of-pearl on headstock |
| Neck profile | traditional Even "C" | Inlay | pearl dots |
| Fingerboard | ebony | ||
Questions frequently asked
Eastman AC122-1ce-CLA Classic: what woods are used?
The top is made of solid Sitka spruce, while the back and sides are made of solid sapele. This combination emphasizes a defined attack and prominent midrange. The fingerboard and bridge are ebony, with bone nut and saddle.
Is this guitar suitable for fingerstyle?
The hand-scalloped X bracing promotes a responsive reaction, suitable for fingerstyle playing. The 54.8 mm string spacing at the bridge provides a setup adapted for note-by-note work.
What is the body size of the AC122-1ce-CLA?
The body measures 16 inches wide, or 406.4 mm, with a depth of 108 mm.
What are the neck dimensions?
The mahogany neck features a traditional Even 'C' profile. The scale length is 645.2 mm and the bone nut measures 44.5 mm. The ebony fingerboard has a 305 mm radius and includes 22 Jescar FW43080 frets.
For which playing styles is this Eastman acoustic suitable?
This model is suitable for folk, pop, and open chord styles thanks to its 16-inch body. The solid Sitka top provides the dynamics needed to transition from delicate playing to a stronger attack.
