Description
Experience the rich heritage of Portuguese music with the Hora M1085 Portuguese Mandolin I, a beautifully handcrafted instrument made in Romania and paired with a protective gig bag for convenient portability. Combining traditional craftsmanship with high-quality tonewoods, this mandolin is perfect for folk, classical, and ethnic music styles.
Built with a solid spruce top and flat solid maple back and sides, the M1085 delivers a bright, clear tone with excellent projection. The maple neck ensures reliable playability, while the acacia fretboard offers a smooth, natural playing feel. Carefully constructed using tonewoods seasoned for 5–10 years from the Romanian Carpathians and finished in eco-friendly water-based lacquer, this mandolin resonates with rich, open tonal qualities.
Whether you’re practicing at home or performing on stage, the included padded bag ensures your instrument is well-protected on the go.
Key Features:
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Handcrafted in Romania using traditional techniques and naturally seasoned Carpathian tonewoods.
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Solid Spruce Top for a warm, dynamic response.
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Flat Solid Maple Back & Sides offering clarity and brightness in tone.
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Acacia Fretboard for a refined feel and smooth playability.
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Water-Based Lacquer Finish allows the wood to resonate freely, producing a more open and powerful sound.
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Mother-of-Pearl Style Tuners enhance tuning stability and add a touch of elegance.
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Includes Gig Bag for secure and convenient transport.
Specifications:
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Top: Solid Spruce
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Back: Flat Solid Maple
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Neck: Maple
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Sides: Maple
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Fretboard: Acacia
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Finish: Natural (Eco-Friendly Water-Based Lacquer)
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Tuning: G–D–A–E (double courses: gg–d’d’–a’a’–e”e”)
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Strings: 8
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Size: 4/4 (Full Size)
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Scale Length: 33.2 cm
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Nut Width: 3 cm
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Body Width: 27 cm
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Body Depth (Height): 7.7 cm
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Total Length: 63 cm
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Weight: Approx. 1.2 kg
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Included Accessories: Padded Gig Bag
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