The Eastman MD305 is the most affordable entry in Eastman's acclaimed mandolin lineup, offering professional-grade craftsmanship and tone at an unbeatable price. Hand-carved from solid tonewoods, it features a spruce top paired with solid maple back and sides for a crisp, woody voice that rings with vintage charm. Whether you're stepping into the mandolin world or looking for a reliable workhorse, the MD305 delivers exceptional value.
Its satin nitrocellulose finish and ivoroid binding evoke a classic aesthetic, while the ebony fingerboard, bone nut, and adjustable ebony bridge ensure superb playability and intonation. With parallel bracing for focused projection and a traditional A-style body with F-holes, this mandolin is ready for everything from jam sessions to live gigs. Includes a padded Eastman gig bag for added protection.
Hand-carved solid spruce top and solid maple back & sides
A-style body with F-holes and parallel bracing for classic tone
Ebony fingerboard with MOP dot inlays and a bone nut
Satin nitrocellulose finish with ivoroid top binding
Includes padded Eastman gig bag for transport and protection
Specs
BODY STYLE | A style – F hole |
BODY DIMENSIONS | 27″ x 10″ x 1 23/32″ |
TOP WOOD | Handcarved solid spruce |
BRACING | Parallel bracing |
BACK/SIDES WOOD | Handcarved solid maple |
BODY BINDING | Ivoroid – Black – Ivoroid (Top Only) |
HEADSTOCK | Ebony Veneer front |
BODY STYLE | Maple |
NECK LENGTH | 6 15/16″ |
SCALE LENGTH | 13 7/8″ |
NUT WIDTH | 1 3/32″ bone nut |
FINGERBOARD | 12″ Radius Ebony |
FRETS | Dunlop #6310 |
FINGERBOARD INLAYS | White mother-of-pearl |
BRIDGES | Fitted ebony adjustable |
TAILPIECE | Nickel stamped tailpiece |
TUNERS | Nickel Economy F |
STRINGS | D’Addario J74 strings |
| FINISH | Matte Nitro lacquer / Classic Brown |
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