Octave Mandolin for sale

This octave mandolin is the first 4th generation flattop OM with points.  It has a very lightweight top, with fan bracing topped with carbon fiber.   The thinner top is about 30% lighter and gives more volume and improved tone.  This OM is very resonant with huge sustain and a lovely rich tone.  My first impression was wow, this OM is rather special.  The 4th generation technology really works.

Woods are - Red Spruce top, Birdseye Maple back and sides, Fiji Mahogany neck, Ebony bindings, Macassar Ebony fingerboard (12in radius, 34mm wide at the nut), 22inch inch scale length, Schaller GrandTune satin pearl tuners with Ebony knobs and solid one piece Ebony bridge.  The tailpiece cover is engraved Ebony, made in the worshop.  Varnish finish.  The Lyon and Healy influence is obvious.  Price includes a modified banjo case.

Note:  This octave mandolin cannot have an internal pickup installed because of the way it is braced.

For my American customers, note that this octave mandolin does not have any shell inlay.  The fingerboard marker dots are opal, and the headstock inlay is European Maple, wood.  There is no need for a USA import permit and wildlife paperwork.  Lacey Act paperwork may be required.

Sound clips coming soon.