About This Mandolin
The Eastman MD514 Mandolin (serial number N2203930) is a beautifully crafted instrument that combines vintage aesthetics with modern playability.
Featuring a solid spruce top, this mandolin delivers a warm, resonant tone with exceptional clarity, making it a fantastic choice for folk, classical, and Celtic music.
The solid maple back and sides provide a crisp, articulate response with plenty of projection, ensuring that every note rings out with precision. Designed for musicians who appreciate rich tonal depth, the MD514 offers outstanding craftsmanship and a smooth, comfortable playing experience.
One of the defining features of the Eastman MD514 is its oval sound hole, which enhances the instrument’s sustain and provides a rounder, warmer tone compared to traditional F-hole mandolins. This makes it an excellent option for players who enjoy melodic lead lines and expressive phrasing.
Whether you're performing on stage or playing at home, this mandolin offers a balanced, nuanced sound that stands out in any setting. With its high-quality build, elegant design, and friendly features, the MD514 is a top choice for mandolinists looking for a premium instrument with exceptional tonal character.
Features & Specifications
- Neck Material: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Nut: Bone 1 3/32"
- Scale Length: 13 7/8"
- Body Style: F-Style w/ Oval Hole
- Body Dimensions: 26 11/16" x 10" x 1 7/8"
- Body Top: Solid Spruce
- Body Back/Sides: Solid Maple
- Truss Rod: Single Acting
- Binding: Top
- Logo: Pearl Headstock
- Inlay: Pearl Dots
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose
- Neck/Headstock Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose
- Tailpiece: Eastman Cast Aluminum Tailpiece
- Bridge: Adjustable Compensated Ebony Bridge
- Hardware Color: Chrome
- Strap Peg: Ebony
- Tuners: Pingwell RM-1583N-26A
- Strings: D'Addario J74
- Action Height: 0.060"/0.050"
- Case: Hardshell Case
Serving Musicians Since 1991
