Eastman MD305L Left-Handed A-Style Acoustic Mandolin with Gig Bag

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Every player deserves an instrument that feels natural, inspiring, and built for their perspective — and the Eastman MD305L delivers exactly that for left-handed musicians. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this A-style mandolin offers a straightforward, no-frills approach rooted in traditional design, making it an ideal entry point into the world of mandolin while still delivering the tone and craftsmanship Eastman is known for.

Constructed with a solid spruce top and solid maple back and sides, the MD305L produces a clear, focused voice with strong projection and crisp articulation. Its A-style body provides a slightly warmer, more rounded tonal response compared to F-style mandolins, making it especially well-suited for folk, old-time, and singer-songwriter settings, while still holding its own in bluegrass ensembles. The satin finish allows the instrument to resonate freely, giving it an open, responsive feel right from the first note.

Designed for comfort and reliability, the maple neck and ebony fingerboard offer a smooth, fast-playing surface, while the adjustable ebony bridge ensures accurate intonation and easy setup adjustments. With its lightweight build, classic styling, and included padded gig bag, the MD305L is a dependable and inspiring mandolin tailored specifically for left-handed players ready to explore and grow their own musical style.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Left-Handed
• Body Style: A-Style with F-Hole
• Color: Classic

Body

• Top Material: Solid Spruce
• Back & Sides Material: Solid Maple
• Body Finish: Satin
• Binding: Top Only, Ivoroid

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Depth: 0.882” at 1st Fret, 1.015” at 9th Fret
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Inlays: Pearl Dots
• Side Dots: White
• Number of Frets: 23 (Jescar FW37053)
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.094”
• Scale Length: 13.875”
• Truss Rod: Single Acting

Hardware

• Bridge: Adjustable Compensated Ebony Bridge
• Tailpiece: Eastman Cast Aluminum Tailpiece
• Tuners: Proline J-105
• Pickguard: None
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Strap Peg: Ebony

Miscellaneous

• Strings: D’Addario XT Phosphor Bronze 1140
• Case/Gig Bag: Padded Gig Bag
• Serial Number: N2102777
• Manufacture Date: 2025