Eastman MD305 Classic

An Eastman "Classic" lutherie designed for tradition

The MD305 Classic follows Eastman's approach: prioritizing carved solid woods and handcrafted production to achieve a responsive instrument rich in dynamics and durability. Its understated aesthetic emphasizes the essentials: noble materials, precise assembly, and elegant finishing, with particular attention to details such as ivoroid purflings and mother-of-pearl inlays.

For whom and in which styles?

Thanks to its clear attack and strong projection, the MD305 Classic is well suited for intermediate musicians looking to upgrade to a more expressive instrument, while remaining accessible to a demanding beginner seeking real growth potential. It excels in repertoires where precision and presence are key: bluegrass, acoustic folk, traditional music, intricate rhythmic accompaniment, and melodic picking lines.

Sound

The carved solid spruce top provides clarity, excellent note definition, and a quick response to attack, ideal for articulated phrases and crisp rhythms. The carved solid maple back and sides enhance projection and precision, with a mid-high register that remains clear even when played loudly. The adjustable ebony bridge allows fine-tuning of string height according to your playing style, while the bone nut promotes vibration transmission for more stable sustain and more consistent intonation across the neck.

Recommended compatible accessories

To maintain the original feel and sound balance, a D'Addario J74 string set (the same as the factory-installed set) is a reliable choice for replacement, especially if you play regularly and want to keep a precise attack and good tuning stability.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbrs of frets	23
Cutaway	No	Neck Type	Glued
Strings	Steel	Electroacoustic	No
Nbr of strings	8	Color	Natural
Top	Spruce	Finishing	Glossy
Back&Sides	Maple	Hardware	Chromed
Fingerboard	Rosewood

Back and sides	carved solid maple	Fretboard	rosewood
Body purflings	ivoroid	Radius	12" / 304.8 mm
Finish	Classic	Frets	Dunlop #6310
Neck wood	maple	Fretboard inlays	white mother-of-pearl (MOP)
Neck dimensions	6 15/16" / 176.2 mm	Bridge	adjustable ebony
Nut width (bone)	1 3/32" / 27.8 mm	Tailpiece	chrome
Scale length	13 7/8" / 352.4 mm	Tuners	chrome