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Bayard Archtop Octave Mandolin - Blonde

$8,500.00

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Bayard's instruments feature artful new designs, premium materials and finish work, and superb attention to detail throughout. Most importantly, they sound phenomenally good!!

We are thrilled to welcome Bayard Blain to The Music Emporium family! Innovative, well-thought-out design, great tone, and a super-satisfying playing experience characterize Bayard's instruments, and this brand new octave perfect embodies the culmination of these elements.

This guitar-bodied octave mandolin is the first of it's kind we've received from Bayard, and we are overwhelmingly thrilled with the result. From the handmade, sand blasted bronze tailpiece, to the impeccable finish work, Bayard's rigorous attention to detail is on full display here. An elegant sound port blends seamlessly into the design on the upper bout, allowing for a an even fuller sonic experience behind the instrument, particularly in the low end. This is a resonant and balanced instrument, with a tight, punchy low end that feels full without being tubby, and the trebles are strong and focused without sounding metallic or overly strident.

The 22.25" scale length allows for a comfortable playing experience for chords and melody alike, making this a versatile octave mandolin that would be at home in a variety of contexts. We are thrilled to be working with Bayard, and glad to be offering this fantastic octave for sale. Priced with AVS hardshell case.


Materials
Top
Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Red Maple
Neck
Sugar Maple
Fingerboard
Ziricote
Bridge
Ziricote
Headstock
Ebony
Tailpiece
Bayard sandcast silicon bronze
Binding
Ziricote
Nut
Bone
Tuners
Gotoh mini
Finish
Gloss waterborne finish with oil finished neck

Neck Specs
Carve
Soft U profile
Nut Width
1 5/16"
Scale Length
22.25
Frets
Nickel

Other
Case
AVS Hardshell
Serial #
340

New. Chosen. Cherished.

We hand-select each one for its tone, feel, and build quality - instruments that inspire and stand up to real-world playing. Whether you're chasing a lifelong companion or something that just clicks, our curated lineup reflects decades of experience matching players with the right guitar.

High Standards

We only stock new instruments from builders who meet our highest standards for tone, build quality, and consistency, each one carefully selected to reflect the level of craftsmanship our customers expect.

Accurate Representation

Every instrument is meticulously photographed and accurately described, so you can buy with confidence knowing exactly what to expect.

Inspection & Setup

Each instrument is thoroughly inspected by our staff for authenticity and condition, with any necessary work and a full setup completed before it’s listed for sale.

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If you have any questions about this instrument’s condition, feel free to give us a call or drop us an email - we are always happy to provide an in-hand description and make sure you’re confident in your purchase.

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