Tone Gard

Tone-Gard Sunrise Mandolin

$89.00

Pickup available at 165 Showroom

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Used by countless mandolin players, the Tone Gard has become a ubiquitous accessory in the mandolin world, helping players get the most volume and the truest tone from their instruments.

The idea is pretty straightforward: by isolating the back of the mandolin from the player's torso/belly, the back plate can vibrate more freely.

You can test this out for yourself by comparing the sound of the mandolin played while holding the mandolin against your body versus held off your body. The difference in physical vibration, tone, and volume are clearly audible.

In addition, the Gard, well, guards against belt rash and other potential sources of war and tear on the back. The 'Gards are made of laser cut steel with a ceramic powder coat. All surfaces that come in contact with the instrument have rubber and leather pads where needed to protect the instrument’s finish. Care should be taken with new, varnish finish instruments.

The Tone Gard for mandolin comes in two sizes. This, the Sunrise Gard, is the original and still the most popular model. It will fit most standard A and F-style mandolins that measure from 9 3/4" to 9 15/16" across the lower bout. This includes Collings, most Northfield models (aside from the Big Mon), Gibson F models, and countless others.

We also carry the Vintage Guard, intended for mandolins measuring 10" to 10 3/8" across the lower bout. If you have an Eastman, Ellis, Pava, Northfield Big Mon, or a vintage, 'teens oval-hole Gibson, hop over to our Vintage Gard listing.

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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.

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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.

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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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