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Octave Mandolin by Richard Beard, 2014

$ 1478.4

Availability: 39 in stock
  • Instrument: Octave Mandolin
  • Year Manufactured: 2014
  • Type: Octave Mandolin
  • Condition: This instrument is close to mint condition, with only some minimal scuffing from pick use on the top. Otherwise it is virtually flawless.
  • Finish: Lacquered
  • Brand: Richard Beard

    Description

    Offered here is a fine custom octave mandolin made by Richard Beard around 2014. Woods used are spectacular curly Hawaiian Koa for sides and back, sinker California redwood, very fine, even grain, and old-growth Cuban mahogany for neck. Very attractive curly-maple binding around top and back. Brass-plated tuners and tailpiece. Approximately 23 1/8" scale length. Ebony bridge. Magnificent full, complex tone with deep voice on low end. Truly a marvelous instrument.