Eastman PCH1-D-CLA Classic - Refurbished
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PCH1-D in the Range: The Accessible "Dreadnought" Spirit
Part of the PCH series, the PCH1-D-CLA Classic embraces the modern dreadnought codes with a solid top, laminated sapele back and sides, and a satin finish. It aims for an excellent quality-to-sound ratio, with proven lutherie choices to ensure stability, comfort, and musicality for everyday use.Who Is It For and Which Styles?
Perfect for beginner to intermediate guitarists seeking a reliable and inspiring acoustic. Its dreadnought shape excels in folk, pop, rock, country and supports vocals very well. The factory-set action facilitates open chords and energetic strumming while remaining comfortable for fingerpicking.Sound Characteristics
The solid Sitka spruce top provides clarity, precise attack, and volume reserve, while the laminated sapele back and sides offer a direct and clear midrange. The X-bracing promotes projection and sustain, qualities enhanced by the large dreadnought body. The bone nuts improve vibration transmission for a lively response and balanced tone across the spectrum.Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain its performance, choose a phosphor bronze .012-.053 string set (such as D'Addario EXP16), a hard case in dreadnought format to complement the provided gig bag, an acoustic guitar humidifier to stabilize humidity, a strap (with headstock tie if needed), and a curved capo for acoustic guitars.Technical specifications
| Shape | dreadnought | Frets | 20 Jescar FW43080 |
| Top | solid Sitka spruce | Scale length | 25.0" / 635 mm |
| Back and sides | laminated sapele | Nut | bone 1.00" / 25.4 mm |
| Bracing | X-braced | Truss rod | double action (4 mm wrench) |
| Finish | satin (top, back, and sides) | Inlays | pearl dots |
| Binding | top and back, black plastic material | Logo | maple headstock veneer |
| Rosette | abalone | Bridge | ovangkol with bone saddle |
| Pickguard | black | String spacing at bridge | 2.17" / 55 mm |
| Body dimensions | lower bout width 16.0" / 406 mm; depth 4-23/32" / 120 mm | Tuners | Ping RM 1171-CVR 3+3 |
| Side color | white | Bridge pins | white plastic with black dots |
| Material | maple | Hardware color | nickel |
| Profile | "Traditional Even C" | Strings | D'Addario .012-.053 #EXP16 |
| Fingerboard | ovangkol | Action height (12th fret) | bass side 3/32" / 2.4 mm; treble side 2/32" / 1.6 mm |
| Fingerboard radius | 12" / 305 mm | Case | padded Eastman gig bag |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Eastman PCH1-D-CLA Classic suitable for beginners?
This model is suitable for beginner to intermediate guitarists thanks to its factory-set action. The maple neck features a Traditional Even C profile and a fingerboard with a 305 mm radius.
What tone does the solid Sitka spruce top provide?
The solid Sitka spruce top delivers precise attack, clarity, and volume headroom. The X-bracing supports projection and sustain. The laminated sapele back and sides maintain a clear midrange.
Is this dreadnought suitable for strumming and singing?
The dreadnought body shape, with a 406 mm lower bout width and 120 mm depth, favors energetic strumming and vocal accompaniment. The original string gauge is a set of D'Addario EXP16 .012-.053.
What case comes with this guitar?
A padded Eastman gig bag is included. For enhanced protection, a dreadnought-sized hard case can be used.
What is the nut width and string spacing?
The bone nut measures 25.4 mm in width. The string spacing at the ovangkol bridge is 55 mm.
