{"product_id":"merlefest-2026-eastman-md505-bk-ltd-4800","title":"*Stage Ready* Eastman MD505-BK-LTD A-Style Mandolin w\/ F-Holes #4800","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .sr-block { border: 1px solid #c8e6d8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 1.1rem 1.4rem; margin-bottom: 1.75rem; background: #f4fbf7; }\n  .sr-block-badge { display: inline-block; background: #1a7a54; color: #fff; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; padding: 4px 10px; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 0.75rem; }\n  .sr-block-headline { font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 0.6rem; line-height: 1.5; }\n  .sr-block-detail { font-size: 14px; color: #333; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 0 1rem; }\n  .sr-block-footer { border-top: 1px solid #c8e6d8; padding-top: 0.75rem; font-size: 13px; color: #555; margin: 0; }\n  .sr-block-footer a { color: #1a7a54; text-decoration: underline; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sr-block\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sr-block-badge\"\u003eStage Ready\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sr-block-headline\"\u003eThis instrument is being sold under our Stage Ready designation due to cosmetic imperfections that do not affect its structural integrity, playability, or tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sr-block-detail\"\u003eStage Ready Condition Note: There are minor finish scratches near the sound hole in the strumming area. There is also a small ding near the binding on the front of the mandolin, on the instrument's left side (the viewer's right when facing the front of the instrument), roughly in line with the bridge along the binding edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sr-block-footer\"\u003eAll Stage Ready instruments are inspected and set up by our certified repair technicians. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theacousticshoppe.com\/pages\/stage-ready\"\u003eLearn more about our Stage Ready program.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eastman MD505 answers the call for players who want true F-hole A-style mandolin tone without stepping up to F-style pricing. This particular unit is built with a solid Adirondack spruce top over solid maple back and sides, giving it a brighter, more headroom-forward voice than the standard spruce-top MD505, with the extra stiffness of Adirondack pushing more volume and overtone content into the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough the f-holes, the tone comes across punchy and articulate — enough midrange bite for tremolo and chop, with the maple back and sides keeping the low end tight rather than boomy. It responds well to both aggressive bluegrass rhythm playing and quieter fingerstyle or duet work, without ever feeling harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis one is finished in gloss black rather than the standard Classic Sunburst, giving it a cleaner, stealthier look on stage. An ebony fingerboard and adjustable compensated bridge, Eastman's cast aluminum tailpiece, and nickel-plated Pingwell tuners round out the build, and it ships in a hardshell case. Cosmetically it is Stage Ready with a minor blemish, which is reflected in the price — a great way to get into a real Adirondack-top A-style mandolin without paying full freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSerial #N2304800 — this listing is for the exact instrument shown in the photos above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhy Choose The Acoustic Shoppe?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen you choose to purchase from us, you're not just making a transaction; you're investing in an exceptional experience. As a small business, and an authorized acoustic instrument dealer, we take immense pride in going the extra mile for our customers. We handle warranty concerns on your behalf, provide in-depth brand reviews, offer virtual consultations, and share high-quality content, featuring photos and videos of our products. Our dedicated team, all passionate musicians, deeply understands the significance of finding the perfect instrument. With on-site instrument inspections by our skilled repair tech, personalized recommendations, and a sincere commitment to grasping your unique needs, we ensure that each purchase is the perfect match between instrument and musician. Our focus is on quality and customer satisfaction, not just sales numbers. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. We're proud to have been voted NAMM Top 100 Dealer for over a decade, a testament to our commitment to excellence in the music industry. Choose us for an extraordinary shopping experience where we know you by name, and every purchase is driven by our love for music and our dedication to serving our valued customers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51590016237885,"sku":"N2304800","price":1079.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/3348\/4349\/files\/StageReady-EastmanMD505-BK-LTDA-StyleMandolinw-F-Holes_4800-2.jpg?v=1787983808","url":"https:\/\/theacousticshoppe.com\/products\/merlefest-2026-eastman-md505-bk-ltd-4800","provider":"The Acoustic Shoppe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}