Harp Mandolinetto
This instrument was influenced by a Knutsen harp mandolin from Gregg Miner's collection of instruments. This is a guitar shaped mandolin (mandolinetto) but with an extra four bass strings. The tuning is C, D, E, F, - G, D, A, E and thus it is like having a 5th course. What makes this instrument extra special is that it has a side port hole on the arm section of the harp and it makes an amazing difference. This is designed to projects the sound more directly to the player.
Soundboard: One piece Sitka spruce Back and Sides: Honduras Mahogany Neck: Brazilian Mahogany Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood Bindings: Indian Rosewood Bridge: Indian Rosewood Rosette: Wood Body Join: 12th fret Tuners: Schaller Nut and Saddle: Bone Nut Width: 32mm (1.26") Scale Length: 352mm (13 7/8") Finish: French polish