But, now being a fan and owner of an Eastman I thought of giving one of them a try. I concluded I would seek out a Taylor, but a jumbo bodied model (now discontinued, their Grand Symphony body is used now for their 12вЂ™ers). But, вЂњthe right one this time!вЂќ So my search began on Ebay and local guitar shops. Well, I sold a Martin guitar, and with the money I decided to buy an acoustic 12 string. I once informed my friend and guitar/composition instructor Ann Herring, вЂњIf I think of buying one more 12 string, beat me senseless!вЂќ Fortunately sheвЂ™s not prone to violence, and she knew I would again own a 12 string guitar.

Prior to December, 2013 I owned three 12 string guitars and sold each one. Too, bad - they are fantastic instruments (if you find one, snatch it up!). A search in both Reverb (and Ebay (revealed only two such jumbo bodied carved, arched back guitars. And concerning the tones of the guitar - two very discerning friends agree with my assessment.ДЄgain, unfortunately, Eastman has discontinued this model and others like it. The guitar emits a bouquet of tones, just like the tastes brought forth from a well crafted wine. Second, the volume does not overwhelm the tonal complexities of the tone woods. After a few moments of playing the AJ816, first noted is the volume produced by the guitar - it is impressive - all my other acoustics sound muted in comparison. Second, with the carved arched back serving as sole structural support for the back there is no bracing on the back of the guitar (thus, in part, its light weight). Thus, the back serves as a parabolic disc which projects the sound. Then I began to notice some very unique details the guitar possesses.

I admired the tone, feel, and playability of the instrument. ДЄ respectful and friendly sales associate placed the beauty in my hands. It was (and still is) an AJ816, now a discontinued model. Immediately upon entering Cripple Creek, my eye caught sight of a beautiful jumbo body guitar hanging up on display. I had heard of Eastman guitars and seen ads in publications such as Acoustic Guitar for them, and I did file away the name. My first up close and personal experience with an Eastman guitar occurred three years ago at a wonderful music store in Ashland, Oregon, Cripple Creek Music.

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