H88 - Stratotone
Electric solid body - Black
Production year(s) : 1954-1957 (other years possible, not verified)
2 pickups - one piece neck/body
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3 comments | Add your comment ! - Splatotone - 2006-07-05
I've had one of these, but much prefer the H-44's (bigger neck) I've had. Currently, my main S-tone is a beater 44 that I've added a bridge p.u. to (I've managed to find a few of these p.u.s). Made an H-88 style pickguard, and added a switch. With the front p.u. sounding like an old archtop, and the bridge p.u. sounding like a cross between the best of L.P. jr. and Tele tones, I can take this gtr to ANY gig. - Frankie R. - 2009-07-17
I haven't had the luck to really come across one of the originals, but I was able to purchase an Eastwood H44 with two pick ups (the DLX model). I wanted to change over to the stacked pots & knobs, but not just to make a copy. I wanted to see if I could recapture some of the tone & vibe of the original set up, and yeah - along with some good strings - achieved sonic nirvana! There's nothing like the real deal,they're hard to come by, but I'm happy with what I've accomplished. - Come Back !! - 2012-03-19
The first photos here are of my H88 which I sold years ago to a guy in Germany. I have since felt a deep regret and have seen a few sell for a LOT more than I let mine go for. THE LESSON: NEVER SELL ANYTHING... EVER!!!! I miss you Acheey!
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