The Eastman MD305E-SB delivers outstanding traditional mandolin tone in a clean, classic A-style design—now enhanced with a factory-installed K&K pickup for natural, stage-ready amplification. Built with a solid carved spruce top and solid carved maple back and sides, this model offers exceptional projection, clarity, and dynamic range. Its satin Sunburst finish highlights Eastman’s meticulous craftsmanship, while the responsive ebony fingerboard and comfortable maple neck make it a joy to play. Complete with a padded gig bag, the MD305E-SB is an incredible value for players seeking premium acoustic tone with reliable plug-in capability.

Highlights

• Classic A-style mandolin with carved solid spruce and maple tonewoods

• Factory-installed K&K pickup delivers warm, organic amplified sound

• Sunburst satin finish for traditional mandolin aesthetics

• F-hole design enhances projection and clarity

• Ebony fingerboard and adjustable ebony bridge for smooth, precise playability

• Comfortable maple neck suited for bluegrass, folk, Celtic, and acoustic players

• Lightweight, responsive, and ready for stage or studio

• Includes padded gig bag

Specs

Body:

• Top: Solid Hand-Carved Spruce

• Back & Sides: Solid Hand-Carved Maple

• Body Style: A-Style with F-Holes

• Finish: Sunburst (Satin)

Neck:

• Material: Maple

• Fingerboard: Ebony

• Scale Length: 13 7/8"

• Nut Width: Approx. 1 3/32"

• Frets: 23

• Inlays: Dots

Hardware:

• Bridge: Adjustable Ebony

• Tuners: Nickel-Plated

• Tailpiece: Traditional Nickel Tailpiece

Electronics:

• Pickup: Factory-Installed K&K (Passive)

• Output: Standard 1/4" Endpin Jack

Other:

• Strings: Factory-Installed Mandolin Set

• Case: Padded Gig Bag Included

What Makes It Cool

The MD305E-SB delivers handcrafted Eastman quality in a straightforward, high-value mandolin that sounds as good plugged in as it does acoustically. The carved spruce and maple construction offers crisp chop, strong projection, and a warm tonal core, while the K&K pickup preserves that tone naturally through any PA or amp. For players seeking an A-style mandolin that’s ready for jams, gigs, and recording sessions, this model is one of the best values on the market.