Any opinions on the Eastman AC822CE Koa

GuitarMoxy · #1 01-03-2020, 10:32 AM

I'm considering purchasing the Eastman AC822CE Koa and was wondering whether anyone had had the opportunity to try it.

I own a Taylor 314 V-class and an Eastman AC122-1CE, both of which I love, and was curious whether anyone could comment on whether the AC822CE Koa was too bright or had any other issues to speak of.

btaylor · #2 01-03-2020, 10:40 AM

Recent NGD Thread

https://www.acousticguitarforum.com/...d.php?t=567270

GuitarMoxy · #3 01-03-2020, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by btaylor

Recent NGD Thread

https://www.acousticguitarforum.com/...d.php?t=567270

Thank you for this. I've posted a question on that thread.

fitness1 · #4 01-03-2020, 10:57 AM

I've owned at least 15 Eastmans - different body sizes and wood combinations.

I'd be very surprised if a koa topped 822 would fit my ear...I had to put ports in the spruce topped ones I owned to be relatively happy with them, so the natural compression of the koa probably wouldn't cut it.

Of course this is just my opinion - I know many would dispute it

ManyMartinMan · #5 01-03-2020, 12:17 PM

I would have to play that guitar to render an opinion on it. I would never buy a Koa guitar without playing it. I have found Koa to be one of the least predictable woods for instruments and the result is more susceptible to the build from my experience.

tomcstokes59 · #6 01-03-2020, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by GuitarMoxy

Thank you for this. I've posted a question on that thread.

It is very balanced and not anywhere what I would call bright sounding. I have two OMs that I also play and this one has a lot more bass. It is very balanced in its tone. I really cannot find one thing amiss with the guitar. I personally believe Eastman put some of their best people and materials into it. The Gotoh tuners are smooth as silk. The bevel armrest makes for a very comfortable arm position - I have a tendency to hug the guitar a little tight with my right arm. The sound hole does increase the volume to the player. I did not notice it at first until I started comparing it to the sound my other guitars. My personal take is that it is an A++ instrument.