A Koa-clad Twist on Eastman's Small-bodied Platform
Eastman’s L-OOSS-KOA-LTD elevates the brand’s fan-favorite OOSS formula with an all-koa composition, striking snakewood binding with magenta/turquoise purfling, and a side sound port for instant aural feedback. This guitar's all-koa build is packed full of traditional warmth and a fundamental-focused character, which is directly carried over to the L-OOSS-KOA-LTD bold body shape for superior tone projection and resonance — not to mention an updated X-bracing pattern for balanced sound distribution across the board. Deluxe inclusions like a side sound port, true bone materials, nickel hardware, and open gear tuning machines further arm the L-OOSS-KOA-LTD with ample leverage for a number of play styles. Whether you intend on strumming away at a practice session, recording in the studio, or tackling the stage, the L-OOSS-KOA-LTD will handle the task in complete confidence and stunning style.
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Bound in Eastman tonewood tradition
Eastman's L-OOSS-KOA-LTD pays tribute to the small-bodied 6-strings of the first half of the 20th century with an all-koa top, back and sides. This formula is revered among blues and and folk fingerpickers for its crisp, bright, and fundamental-focused voice that’s full enough for accompanying a singer or a band and articulate enough for complex melodic fingerstyle. Finally, it's all laid on Eastman's OOSS body style, providing unique and powerful tonal character with just the right amount of breathing room for comfortable use in any stage or studio situation.
Quality appointments service quality tone
In tandem with its high-class tonewoods and bold OOSS projection, the L-OOSS-KOA-LTD’s onboard appointments represent the pinnacle of Eastman design. Complimentary nickel hardware and open-gear tuning machines ensure excellent intonation stability, while a genuine bone nut and saddle administer optimal vibrational accuracy. Onboard the ebony fingerboard lies Jescar Fretwire frets and pearl/abalone inlays in Eastman's "Hurricane" design, providing excellent navigability and charming panache. Finally, the L-OOSS-KOA-LTD’s smooth mahogany neck features a dovetail joint and a Traditional Even C profile for maximum comfort in the hands of any discerning musician. When premium playability is of utmost performance, Sweetwater guitarists look no further than the L-OOSS-KOA-LTD.
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 L-OOSS-KOA-LTD Features:
- Handcrafted OOSS acoustic guitar with traditional design and modern playability
- Eastman OOSS body style is comfortable and provides sufficient sonic playability onstage
- All-koa body delivers a warm, crisp, and fundamental-focused tone that thrives in fingerstyle scenarios
- Hand-scalloped X-bracing boosts structural stability and vibration control
- Gloss-finished mahogany neck with a dovetail joint and Traditional Even C profile for comfortable, articulate movement
- Distinct ebony fingerboard with pearl/abalone "Hurricane" inlays
- True bone nut and saddle ensure optimal sonic validity
- Open-gear 1:14-ratio tuning machines for improved intonation support
- Complementary nickel hardware
- Stunning snakewood binding paired with eye-catching magenta/turquoise purfling
- Side sound port provides your ear with the same sound your audience hears
