This versatile octave mandolin, with its 22 1/4" scale length based on our parlor guitar series, offers a unique blend of comfort and powerful projection. Crafted from highly figured maple for the back and sides and a Sitka spruce top, this instrument delivers a rich, deep, and resonant tone that is both warm and articulate. The maple contributes to a bright, focused sound, while the spruce top provides a clear, balanced voice with excellent volume and sustain.
 
Tuned an octave below a standard mandolin (G-D-A-E), it is the perfect size and shape to also be tuned as an Irish bouzouki (G-D-A-E or A-D-A-E). This makes it an incredibly versatile instrument, equally at home in a variety of musical genres, including folk, Celtic, bluegrass, and Americana. Whether you're a seasoned mandolin player looking to expand your tonal palette or a guitarist seeking a new and exciting instrument, this octave mandolin is a fantastic addition to any musician's collection.