Eastman MD315 Classic
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MD315 Classic: The Traditional Eastman Spirit in a Handcrafted Version
The MD315 Classic embodies Eastman's approach: offering an instrument with a classic look and demanding construction, featuring carved solid woods and a finish level focused on musical effectiveness. This philosophy makes it a relevant choice for those seeking an expressive, responsive, and durable instrument, without superfluous features but with the essentials of traditional lutherie codes.
For Which Musicians and Styles?
With its clear response and strong presence in the mix, the MD315 Classic is especially suited for intermediate to advanced musicians who want a dynamic and precise instrument, equally comfortable in rhythmic playing and melodic passages. It is very well suited for bluegrass, folk, trad repertoires and acoustic accompaniments where attack and clarity are essential.
Sound
The carved solid spruce top delivers a fast attack, good pick sensitivity, and clear note-by-note articulation. The carved solid maple back and sides enhance projection and definition, with a precise treble register and well-present mids. The bone nut contributes to clarity and tuning stability, while the hardware (ebony tailpiece, chrome tuners) supports a direct and reliable playing feel. Overall, it promotes a balanced, percussive, and clear sound, ideal for standing out in an acoustic ensemble.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the same tension and tonal balance, you can stick with a set of D'Addario Chrome J74 strings (originally mounted on the instrument).
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbrs of frets | 23 |
| Cutaway | Yes | Neck Type | Glued |
| Strings | Steel | Electroacoustic | No |
| Nbr of strings | 8 | Color | Natural |
| Top | Spruce | Finishing | Satin |
| Back&Sides | Maple | Hardware | Chromed |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | ||
| Back and sides | carved solid maple | Scale length | 13 7/8" / 352.4 mm |
| Body binding | ivoroid | Fingerboard radius | 12" / 304.8 mm |
| Finish | Classic satin | Frets | Dunlop #6310 |
| Neck wood | maple | Inlays | genuine mother-of-pearl |
| Neck length | 6 15/16" / 176.2 mm | Tailpiece | ebony |
| Nut width (bone nut) | 1 3/32" / 27.8 mm | Tuners | chrome |
Questions frequently asked
Eastman MD315 Classic: which music styles is it suitable for?
The carved solid spruce top and carved solid maple back promote a clear attack, sought after in bluegrass. This construction is also suitable for folk, traditional music, and acoustic ensembles.
Is this mandolin electro-acoustic?
No electro-acoustic system is integrated: this mandolin is purely acoustic.
What are the neck dimensions and scale length?
The maple neck measures 176.2 mm in length. The nut width is 27.8 mm. The scale length is 352.4 mm and the rosewood fingerboard has a radius of 304.8 mm.
What replacement strings should be used on this mandolin?
The D'Addario Chrome J74 set is recommended to maintain the tension and balance intended for this model. The setup includes eight steel strings.
Are the construction and finish detailed?
The construction is entirely handmade in Eastman workshops. The natural satin finish is complemented by chrome hardware and an ebony tailpiece.
