Eastman MD505-CS Classic Sunburst
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A "Carved Top" Reference in the Traditional Eastman Spirit
The MD505-CS Classic Sunburst follows Eastman's approach focused on carved luthiery and meticulous finishes. Its A-Style format with F-holes emphasizes quick response and clarity while maintaining a classic aesthetic thanks to the glossy sunburst, ivoroid binding, and subtle inlays.
For Which Musician and Styles?
Thanks to its dynamics and precision, this model is particularly suited for intermediate musicians seeking an expressive and reliable instrument, while still accessible to a serious beginner aiming to progress with a genuine quality margin. Its F-hole character is ideal for contexts where articulation and definition are desired: bluegrass, rhythmic folk, traditional music, percussive accompaniment, and pronounced pick playing.
Sound Characteristics
The solid spruce soundboard provides projection, attack, and excellent note-to-note clarity: the more you play, the more the instrument responds with nuance. The solid maple back and sides enhance brightness, precision, and note separation, with a clear sustain and a well-present midrange. The A-Style with F-Hole format favors a quick response and sharp attack, appreciated for tight rhythms and solos that remain defined even within an ensemble.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel and balance, you can opt for a D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze 1140 string set (factory-installed). The included hard case is the ideal solution for daily transport and protection.
Technical specifications
| Body Style | A-Style with F-Hole | Scale Length | 13 7/8" / 352.4 mm |
| Soundboard | solid spruce | Frets | 23 Jescar FW37053 |
| Back and Sides | solid maple | Inlays | pearl dots |
| Body Dimensions | 4.3 cm / 1.69" x 10 cm / 3.94" x 1 7/8" / 47.6 mm | Logo | pearl headstock logo |
| Binding | top binding | Neck/Headstock Finish | glossy finish |
| Binding Material | ivoroid | Hardware Color | nickel |
| Side Color | black | Tailpiece | Eastman cast aluminum tailpiece |
| Body Finish | gloss finish | Bridge | adjustable compensated ebony bridge |
| Neck Material | maple | String Spacing | 2.8 cm / 1.10" |
| Fingerboard | ebony | Tuners | Pingwell RM-1583N-26A |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12" / 304.8 mm | Strap Buttons | ebony |
| Truss Rod | single action | Strings | D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze 1140 |
| Nut Material | bone | Action Height | 0.060" / 1.52 mm and 0.050" / 1.27 mm |
| Nut Width | 25.4 mm / 1" | Case | hard case |
| Nut Height | 0.018" / 0.46 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Eastman MD505-CS suitable for bluegrass?
Its A-Style F-hole body shape provides a crisp attack and quick response, ideal for bluegrass rhythm playing and clear solos. The solid spruce top supports projection and note-by-note clarity.
What woods make up the body of this mandolin?
The top is made of solid spruce, while the back and sides are crafted from solid maple. This combination promotes a precise tone with a pronounced midrange.
What is the playing comfort like on the neck?
The maple neck features a 12-inch (304.8 mm) radius ebony fingerboard. The nut width is 25.4 mm and the scale length measures 352.4 mm. The 23 Jescar FW37053 frets complete this setup.
Is a case included with the mandolin?
A hard case is included for transporting and protecting the instrument.
Which strings come installed from the factory?
The factory setup uses D’Addario XT Phosphor Bronze 1140 strings. This reference can be used when replacing strings to maintain the original gauge installed.
