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Full-bodied Sound and Rich 12-string Chime





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Guitarists looking for a full-bodied acoustic-electric 12-string guitar that plays incredibly well will find their search finally culminating in the Eastman AC330E-12 jumbo. Sweetwater guitarists have auditioned this jumbo in live situations and beyond, and they quickly discovered its rich, jangly voice has much to thank its solid wood construction and classic Eastman craftsmanship for. Here, you’ll find a Sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, a Traditional Even “C” mahogany neck, and a silky ebony fingerboard. Its jumbo body perfectly pairs with its 12 strings, projecting forth a voice that’s full of tonal charm without being muddy. Other features like a bone nut and hand-scalloped X-bracing contribute to enhanced vibrational transfer, while an LR Baggs Element VTC under-saddle pickup readies you for plugged-in sessions.





Fine Eastman craftsmanship, front and center





The Eastman AC330E-12 Jumbo is an excellent 12-string for beginners looking for a lifelong musical pal or pros wanting a solid wood workhorse. Eastman’s choice to pair 12 strings with a jumbo body paid off with a full-bodied voice with richly resonant projection that’ll easily fill a room. Paired with the choices of Sitka spruce for the top and mahogany for the back and sides, this jumbo acoustic-electric is well outfitted for any situation that calls for a team of 12. The dovetail neck joint further aids with vibrational transfer from the strings to the mahogany neck to the body. Not to mention, this mahogany neck sports a Traditional Even “C” shape for undeniable comfort whenever the guitar is in your hands, while the Jescar frets feel unobtrusive and balanced. Plus, hand-scalloped X-bracing bolsters the resonance of this guitar, keeping the spruce top strong and balanced throughout its life.





LR Baggs Element VTC for studio-quality sound





Eastman chose the best for its AC330E-12 jumbo 12-string acoustic-electric guitar by outfitting it with an LR Baggs Element VTC electronics system. With this system, you’ll achieve studio-mastered sound imbued with superior warmth and natural balance every time you plug in. Boasting an all-discrete Class A preamp and built-in LF compressor, the Element VTC system is the perfect match to bring this acoustic guitar’s voice to the forefront. The proprietary analog compressor in this design operates below 400Hz and is tuned to reflect the dynamics of this acoustic guitar with excellence.





Eastman Guitars: thinking inside the box





Many know the Eastman Music Company as a trusted name in the realm of band and orchestra instruments. Fortunately for all guitar lovers, Eastman Guitars has attained a similar stature with its steadfast dedication to the guitar-building process. Similar to how Sweetwater got its start, Eastman founder Qian Ni grew his business from its humble origins in the back of his car to its status as a burgeoning, reputable company. Today, Eastman is also the proud owner of Bourgeois Guitars ? as a matter of fact, Eastman’s high-end guitars are voiced by hand by luthiers trained under the multitalented Dana Bourgeois. True to Ni’s vision, Eastman Guitars meticulously approaches each instrument, backing them with a lifetime warranty. From hand-scalloped bracing to fine tonewoods to precision tap tuning, an Eastman guitar is a feature-rich instrument that will grow with you musically for years to come!





Eastman Music Company President Qian Ni


Eastman AC330E-12 Jumbo 12-string Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:


Built with a jumbo body for prime projection and full-bodied 12-string tone


Mahogany back and sides for flat response and warm, natural sound


Sitka spruce top adds articulation to each note


All solid wood construction


Dovetail neck joint helps with vibration transfer from neck to body


Mahogany neck with Traditional Even "C" shape


Silky smooth ebony fingerboard with Jescar frets


Bone nut and nickel hardware


Hand-scalloped X-bracing keeps top strengthened and helps with resonance


Equipped with LR Baggs Element VTC under-saddle pickup with volume, tone, and compression controls