Morgan Monroe Mandocello

Morgan Monroe Mandocello The mandocello is a unique and singular voiced instrument which originated in Europe and gained popularity during the early 20th century. It has eight strings in four paired courses and is tuned CC-GG-DD-AA (low to high). What the cello is to the violin, the mandocello is to the mandolin with its deep rich resonant tone that many describe as having a certain piano like chime. Built in the great tradition of classic archtop construction, the Morgan Monroe mandocello opens up new sonic possibilities and is an instrument you wont be able to put down! Shape: Dreadnought Style: Archtop Top: Solid Spruce Back/Sides: Maple Neck: Maple Fingerboard: Rosewood Bridge: Ebony Finish: Gloss Frets: Nickle/Silver Body Width: 16 1/4 Upper Bout: 11 3/4 Body Length: 20 1/4 Overall Length: 40 1/2 Scale Length: 24 3/4 Neck Width: 1 3/4 Binding: 3 Ply Body Depth: 5 Bracing: Ladder Nut/Saddle: Bone Hardware: Nickel Tuners: Grover Open Tailpiece: One Piece Cast

Features It has eight strings in four paired courses Built in the great tradition of classic archtop construction The morgan monroe mandocello opens up new sonic possibilitiesSpecifications Shape: Dreadnought Style: Archtop Top: Solid Spruce Back/Sides: Maple Neck: Maple - SKU: SHSN1605