Guitar Works, Inc. Richmond Virginia

This is our A model mandolin with an oval soundhole. It has been our most popular model for over 8 years now. With its higher grade maple neck being dead straight I can set-up the action low and easy. I perform a complete set-up using my 35+ years of experience, installing GHS Sonny Osbourne Light Phosphor Bronze Strings. With the mandolin and its tight string tension you must have a good set up and low action otherwise playing it will tear your left hand fingers up! The body is constructed with a specially engineered plywood giving it both strength and resonance. Solid woods in ths price range are not recommended. They are of lower grades which will warp and or crack. With the oval sound hole gives this mandolin a slightly more mid range tone. The tone is clear and not quite as twangy as others made with the f shaped holes. Using Bright Bronze 80/20 strings rather than these phosphor bronze strings can brighten up this mandolin significantly. If that is your prference just let me know with an email after purchase. Dimensions: 27" Long x 7" Wide x 2" Deep. THE CASE is our professional grade hardshell featherlite case. What has made it one of our most popular cases is its clean professional looks, hard case prtection and versitility. The mandoli is well protected by its hard, high impact foam construction. Another very important function of this case is to insulate the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity. When it is zipped shut it is as air tight as a case can be. Carry it like you would a nylon travel bag (included is a removeable shoulder strap for easy carrying) or use the nylon handle. This combo flies off the walls here in our store. You've got my guarantee you will like it! SOME OF THE FEEDBACK ON OUR MANDOLINS: "fantastic mando great guy a+ communication well packed quick delivery thank you!" "This seller is one of the best I have ever worked with on ebay!" "GREAT transaction, super-fast shipping, good email communications. Buy from him!" "1st rate experience. Brian gives excellent personal attention to instrument." "GREAT product!! We LOVE it."