The top is Englemann spruce and the back is European maple. I'm hoping it doesn't sell too quickly as I'm enjoying playing this one myself. As always, it can be sold on a trial basis. This is my new model 10 string mandolinola made for Padriac Smith of Vermont. This one has a red spruce top and red maple back with all ebony fittings and pearl inlay.
Action is excellent.
In all respects it compares well with other 'name' instruments. I wanted a balance between the bite of a Gibson and the brightness and sustain of a Sobell. Tom has achieved this. I'm continually experimenting with new ideas to make them better. I'm now using a device of my design to prestress the necks of fretted instruments.