Eastman Mandolin Build Overview
The Eastman MD814 F-Style Mandolin #N23000227 is a premium, oval-hole mandolin built for players seeking a warm, open voice with exceptional clarity and projection. Featuring a solid Adirondack spruce top paired with highly flamed maple back and sides, this instrument delivers a rich, resonant tone with strong fundamental presence and articulate note separation.
The oval sound hole design sets this model apart, producing a rounder, more open tonal character compared to traditional f-hole mandolins—ideal for melody-driven playing, ensemble work, and players who favor a more expressive, sustained voice.
Visually, the MD814 stands out with highly figured maple, ivoroid binding, and a pearl flowerpot headstock inlay, blending vintage-inspired aesthetics with Eastman’s signature hand-crafted precision. Built for both stage and studio, this mandolin offers a refined feel and dynamic response that rewards nuanced playing.
Why the MD814 Stands Out
The F-style body paired with an oval sound hole creates a unique tonal profile that emphasizes warmth, sustain, and musicality—making it a favorite among players who prioritize tone over sheer cut.
- Adirondack spruce top delivers power, headroom, and dynamic response
- Flamed maple back and sides add clarity, projection, and visual depth
- Oval sound hole produces a warmer, more open tonal character
- Excellent note separation for melodic and ensemble playing
- Premium craftsmanship with vintage-inspired appointments
Features & Specifications
- Top: Solid Adirondack Spruce
- Back & Sides: Solid Highly Flamed Maple
- Body Style: F-Style with Oval Sound Hole
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony, 12" Radius
- Scale Length: 13 7/8"
- Nut Width: 1 3/32" Bone
- Bridge: Adjustable Compensated Ebony
- Tailpiece: Eastman Cast Aluminum
- Binding: Ivoroid (Top, Back, Fingerboard, Headstock)
- Inlays: Pearl Dots with Flowerpot Headstock
- Rosette: Diamond Pattern
- Tuners: Gotoh MF40R-MP-NI
- Finish: Gloss
- Strings: D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze 1140
- Case: Hardshell Case Included
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