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Old 01-18-2020, 09:48 PM
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Originally Posted by zmf View Post
I haven't played all the guitars your list, but I've found the BR-140 to sound a lot like a D-18. The BR-160 differs in that it has rosewood back and sides.

You might keep your eyes open for a BR-140A, since it and the BR-140 differ in nut width and aesthetics. The BR-140A also has a Adirondack top, but I don't think that makes much of a difference between the two.

IMO, Eastmans have a more modern tone than Martins, but your ears may say different.

Have fun checking them out.
I would agree about Eastman having a more modern voicing. Having owned both Martin and Collings guitars, I would put the Eastman's tone between the two. At least to my ears anyway. They certainly have their own voice.
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