NAMM 2025: Eastman, the brand that captivated audiences last year with the breathtaking D’Ambrosio range of high-end, reclaimed-wood electrics, has returned with a more accessible sibling: the FullerTone series.
Eastman FullerTone
Drawing inspiration from D’Ambrosio’s groundbreaking design and aesthetic, the FullerTones offer a taste of that coveted platform at a more attainable price point.
While the D’Ambrosios, crafted from rare and exotic woods, remained largely out of reach for many, the FullerTones bring that unique blend of innovative design and exceptional craftsmanship to a broader audience.
The FullerTone Neck Joint: A Cornerstone of Innovation
The revolutionary FullerTone neck joint is central to both ranges, a two-bolt long-tenon design that maximizes contact between the neck and body. This innovative approach, first seen on the D’Ambrosios, enhances tone, sustain, and overall stability, setting a new standard for bolt-on neck construction.
“My goal was to create a modular bolt-on neck system that surpassed anything currently available on the market,” explains Otto D’Ambrosio, Eastman’s Master Luthier. “The FullerTone joint delivers on that promise.”
Familiar Shapes, Fresh Perspectives
The FullerTone series features two iconic D’Ambrosio body shapes: the double-cut and the single-cut.
These classic silhouettes, reimagined with a modern sensibility, offer a refreshing alternative to the ubiquitous clones that dominate the market.
While the distinctive offset shape from the D’Ambrosio range is absent from the initial FullerTone launch, there’s speculation that it may be introduced in future iterations.
SC ’52 vs DC ’62
Sporting an ashtray-style bridge with three Aumsen brass saddles, the SC ’52 (single-cut) evokes the classic aesthetic of a vintage Telecaster.
The DC ’62 (double-cut) has a brass block tremolo, allowing for expressive dive bombs and soaring pitch shifts. Eastman confidently promises top-notch intonation and unwavering tuning stability, ensuring your performance remains consistent and in tune.
Consistent Specs, Uncompromising Quality
To ensure accessibility, Eastman has streamlined the FullerTone spec sheet. Each model boasts a roasted black limba body, a roasted maple neck, a 12″ roasted maple fretboard, and the signature FullerTone neck joint.
ToneRider
Powering the FullerTones is a set of newly developed pickups created in collaboration with ToneRider. The pickups are all wired to premium CTS pots and Orange Drop capacitors.
Two stacked noiseless single-coils and a gold foil-covered soap bar humbucker provide a broad sonic palette, promising to cover “every sonic territory imaginable.” for the DC’62. The single-cut SC’52 features a Tonerider soap bar neck humbucker (gold-foil covered) and an angled Tonerider Noiseless stacked single-coil at the bridge.
These pickups replace the Lollar pickups found in the D’Ambrosio models, offering a fresh voice while maintaining the high standards of quality expected from Eastman.
A Guitar Too Good to Put Down
“With the FullerTones, we’ve broken through barriers without compromising on quality,” states Pepijn ‘t Hart, Eastman’s Director of Fretted Instruments. “This series is for everyone who appreciates exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design.”
Eastman echoes this sentiment, proclaiming on their website, “Our goal was simple: to create a guitar that surpasses expectations, a guitar too good to put down.”
The FullerTone series will be available in Moss Black, Ice Blue Metallic, and Desert Sand.
Pricing
The DC ’52 retails for £799/$999, while the DC ’62 is £899/$1,125, and they both come with a padded gig bag.
Stay tuned for further updates and in-depth reviews of the exciting new Eastman FullerTone guitars.
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