Expand your musical horizons with the Gold Tone F-10, a 10-string F-style acoustic-electric mandolin that masterfully combines the traditional charm of a mandola with modern playability. With its extended range, including the captivating low C strings, this instrument opens up a new world of sonic possibilities. The larger F-style mandola body ensures that both the low and high strings resonate with full-bodied sonority and brilliance.

Crafted with a solid spruce top, maple back and sides, and a maple neck, the F-10 delivers a warm yet clear sound across all registers. The radiused rosewood fingerboard enhances playability, offering a comfortable surface for your fingers to glide across. Featuring Gold Tone's patented Zero Glide nut, this mandolin excels in resonance and sustain, minimizing string contact for a smooth playing experience.

Whether you're performing on stage or recording in the studio, the bridge-mounted transducer pickup with volume control provides amplified clarity, capturing the nuances of each string. A 2-way adjustable truss rod allows for quick neck adjustments, ensuring optimal setup and playability. The custom trapeze tailpiece and gold-plated hardware add a touch of elegance to this versatile instrument, making it a standout choice for folk and world music enthusiasts.

Key Features:

• 10-string mandolin with a larger, F-style mandola body
• Solid spruce top for punchy, dynamic tones
• Maple back and sides for warmth and clarity
• Bridge-mounted transducer pickup with volume control
• Radiused rosewood fingerboard for enhanced comfort
• 2-way adjustable truss rod for easy neck adjustments
• Custom trapeze tailpiece and gold-plated hardware
• Zero Glide nut for improved resonance and sustain

Product specs

FAQs

What type of music is the Gold Tone F-10 10-string F-Style Mandolin best suited for?

The Gold Tone F-10 10-string F-Style Mandolin is ideal for bluegrass, folk, and traditional music due to its bright, punchy tone and F-style body, which projects well in ensemble settings.

How is the Gold Tone F-10 10-string Mandolin tuned?

The Gold Tone F-10 is typically tuned to GDAE for the first four pairs of strings, with an additional low C pair, similar to a mandola, offering a wider range for diverse musical styles.

Does the Gold Tone F-10 Mandolin come with a case?

Yes, the Gold Tone F-10 10-string F-Style Acoustic-electric Mandolin includes a hardshell case, providing protection during transport and storage.

What materials are used in the construction of the Gold Tone F-10 Mandolin?

The Gold Tone F-10 features a solid spruce top, maple body and neck, a rosewood bridge, and a bone nut, contributing to its resonant sound and durability.

What type of electronics does the Gold Tone F-10 Mandolin have?

The Gold Tone F-10 is equipped with a bridge-mounted transducer, allowing it to be amplified for live performances while maintaining its acoustic tone quality.