Eastman MD915-BD?

[Doug Brock]

Anybody here have the chance to play one of these? I'm surprised that I can't find any reviews or videos of this new version of the MD915. I generally prefer a more traditional looking mandolin, but this new blonde version is stunning! Is there a production delay or something?

[kurth83]

I was noticing them too...

No idea how much the different wood will affect the tone. If it's TMS I would be tempted to try to get them to do a demo over the phone. Or ask for a side-by-side vid of the two for comparison.

[Zach Wilson]

I've never been a fan of the ivory style finish.

[BeachMando]

I have been wondering about this too! I think this is a knockout looking mando, I've been waiting to hear it since it was announced!

[colorado_al]

I like the tortoise binding but prefer a more honey colored stain like Collings, Weber, Northfield or Afanti vs the natural of the Eastman.





Bet the Eastman plays great though.

[Br1ck]

Ain't it grand you can buy the finish you like? I've loved ivory since I first laid eyes on an old A3. In fact my least favorite finish is a dark sunburst. Not that I wouldn't buy one in a heartbeat. I bought my 65 Epiphone Texan guitar with a sunburst I thought was hideous. It's grown on me.

Now if I could have a Goldrush, I'd be very happy.

[Kevin Stueve]

love the color scheme on the old A3, ivory face reddish burgundy back and sides. When I can afford a custom GBOM build I intend to ask for that scheme

[Folkmusician.com]

Every Eastman has a delay with production! haha

I sold a few of the blond 915 models back pre 2012 (when they dropped blond as a finish option. I would assume the latest ones are nicer.

I don't know how many have been made, but I can tell you that Eastman does not have any at the moment.

[colorado_al]

Here you go:
https://reverb.com/item/11473242-eas...s-demo-iss2449
$2000 + shipping

[Doug Brock]

Here you go:
https://reverb.com/item/11473242-eas...s-demo-iss2449
$2000 + shipping

I've seen a few for sale, but I still haven't seen a video demonstration or found a real review other than the typical store verbiage. (There's actually one at a store in Springfield Missouri, not all that far from KC. I may have to make a day trip some time.)