Eastman SB59 Classic
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An SB59 Designed to Recapture the Feel of Great Classics
The SB59 Classic fits within the aesthetic of legendary late 1950s guitars: mahogany construction with a carved maple top, meticulous finishes (body and neck binding, ivoroid purfling), and components selected for stability. The choice of an ebony fingerboard and a pair of Seymour Duncan '59 pickups places this model in a "mastered tradition" logic: vintage appearance and tone with the consistency of modern assembly.
For Whom and Which Styles?
This electric guitar is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a serious platform for stage, studio, and intensive rehearsals. Its range easily covers blues, classic rock, soul, vintage hard rock, and even more modern sounds when pushing the amp or adding pedals. The shorter scale length (24" / 609 mm) provides a supple feel under the fingers, ideal for vibrato and string bends.
The Sound
The combination of mahogany (body and neck) and solid flamed maple (top) delivers a highly sought-after balance: full and singing lows, dense mids, and a more defined attack thanks to the maple. The two Seymour Duncan '59 humbuckers emphasize clarity and openness in the PAF spirit: a round, articulate, and expressive tone at the neck; more bite and presence at the bridge for riffs and solos. The electronics (CTS 500K potentiometers, Sprague Orange Drop capacitors, Switchcraft jack) contribute to a smooth volume and tone response, with usable highs and good clarity when rolling off the knob.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To stay as close as possible to the original setup, opt for D'Addario NYXL 010 - 046 strings. For connection to an amp or interface, a 6.35 mm / 1/4" instrument cable is perfectly suited to the Switchcraft output jack.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Category | Single cut | Electronics | Passive |
| Left handed | No | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Gradient |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Nickel |
| Scalloped | Simple | ||
| Top | solid flamed maple | String height at 12th fret | bass 0.078" / 1.98 mm and treble 0.062" / 1.57 mm |
| Back and sides | 1" / 25.4 mm mahogany | Hardware color | nickel |
| Body dimensions | 1" / 25.4 mm | Tailpiece | Gotoh GE101A-NI |
| Binding | body | Bridge | Gotoh GE-103B |
| Purfling material | ivoroid | Tuners | Gotoh SD90 |
| Back plates | black plastic | Knobs | gold speed knobs |
| Top finish | glossy finish | Strap button | Gotoh EP-A1 |
| Neck material | one-piece mahogany | Neck pickup | Seymour Duncan '59 |
| Fingerboard | ebony | Bridge pickup | Seymour Duncan '59 |
| Fingerboard radius | 12" / 305 mm | Pickup frame | cream |
| Scale length | 24" / 609 mm | Pickup height | 3/32" / 2.38 mm |
| Truss rod | single action | Switch | 3-way switch |
| Nut | bone, 46 mm / 1.81" | Potentiometers | CTS 500K Audio Taper |
| Fretwire | Jescar FW47104 | Capacitors | Sprague Orange Drop |
| Inlays | pearl crowns | Output jack | Switchcraft |
| Logo | pearl headstock logo | Action height | 3/32" / 2.38 mm and 2/32" / 1.59 mm |
| String height at 1st fret | 0.022" / 0.56 mm | Case | Hardshell Case |
Questions frequently asked
What sounds do the Seymour Duncan '59 pickups on the Eastman SB59 Classic offer?
The neck Seymour Duncan '59 pickup delivers a warm and articulate tone, while the bridge pickup provides more bite for riffs and solos. The 3-way selector allows use of each pickup individually or combined.
Is the 24-inch scale length comfortable for bends?
With a 24" (609 mm) scale length, the string tension offers a supple feel, favorable for bends and vibrato. The bone nut measures 46 mm and the ebony fingerboard has a 12" (305 mm) radius.
What woods make up the body and neck?
The construction combines a 25.4 mm mahogany body with a carved solid flamed maple top. The one-piece neck is also mahogany, with an ebony fingerboard.
What strings should be used on this guitar?
D'Addario NYXL 010-046 gauge strings are recommended to maintain the original setup.
Does the guitar come with a case?
A Hardshell Case is included. The nickel hardware notably features a Gotoh GE-103B bridge, Gotoh GE101A-NI tailpiece, and Gotoh SD90 tuners. The Switchcraft output accepts a 6.35 mm (1/4") instrument cable.
