1958 Stella Octave Mandolin

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1958 Stella Octave Mandolin

A Folkway Music creation, this '50's Stella student-model guitar has been converted to a 24" scale octave mandolin. It is a remarkably fine sounding instrument - very rich and resonant, and lots of sustain. The body measures 13.25" wide, and the nut is 1-3/4". Two planetary banjo tuners have been installed in the center of the headstock to handle the extra stings, and the original 6 string tuners handle the rest. The original tuners are a bit stiff, but hold their tuning well. Adjustable rosewood bridge, bone nut, aged newer clamshell tailpiece. Good playability, but for some minor buzzing in the upper fret area. We like this thing, and we're sure you will too!
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1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin
  • 1958 Stella Octave Mandolin

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