![]() The headstock face carries just a plain pearl "The Gibson" inlay while the openback strip tuners are tipped with unadorned ivoroid buttons. It is structurally the same as the fancier Model K-2 with a little less "geegaw" (decoration). This particular instrument is a fairly well worn-in but fantastic sounding Style K-1, the most basic of the three mandocello models Gibson offered in the 1910s but still a fairly expensive instrument when new. OK, we're starting to sound like an old Gibson catalog here, but we really like these and are always happy to get one in stock! Double-strung and tuned in fifths starting with the C below the low E on the guitar, the mandocello has an imposing tone and deep resonance quite unlike any other fretted instrument. Originally designed for use in 1910s-era mandolin orchestras, these imposing beasts never found a home in any other style of music despite being wonderful and unique-sounding creations. We feel the Gibson Mandocello is one of the great under-appreciated instruments of the early 20th century. Gibson K-1 Model Carved Top Mandocello (1916), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 36337, natural top, cherry stained back and sides finish, birch back and sides, spruce top mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard, plastic gig bag case. Hardware/Tuners:Cast Weber Nickel Tailpiece / Nickel Grover Tuners Peghead Inlay: MOP “The Weber” Script MOP White and Gold Flower Potįingerboard: Ivory Bound Ebony Single Cutaway Extension Radius Peghead Veneer:Ivory Bound Ebony With Black/Ivory side accent lines Top: Hand Graduated and Tuned Solid Spruceīracing: Hand Scalloped Spruce Tone Bars or X Brace The case is in excellent shape, except for a few surface bruises. It plays like a dream, low action, endless sustain, huge sound that makes windows tremble. At the moment I see 0 Weber Mandocellos available anywhere. These are exceedingly difficult to find, especially now that Weber is closed down. ![]() I am not playing on it as much as I expected, so it is looking for a new home. Weber Yellowstone Mandocello (2018), really like new. In recent years an important part of our growth has been in instruments by very small companies and individual makers, as we continue to keep one foot, or at least several toes, outside the mainstream music industry. This comes with a lifetime discount on future repair and customizations.Īcoustic guitars, mandolins, and banjos are still the mainstays at Gryphon, as they have been for over 45 years, though our inventory of steel guitars and ukuleles continues to grow as well. Gryphon’s sustained commitment to quality ensures that no instrument not at optimal playing condition is sold. The Gryphon Advantage: This instrument has been personally setup by a member of our repair staff.
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