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The mandolin reviews database is here to help educate people before they purchase an instrument. Of course, this is not meant to be a substitute for playing the instrument yourself!
90 reviews in the archive.
Where Purchased: Guitar Center
Year Purchased: 2013
Price Paid: 575 ($US)
There is a story on this mandolin. I had seen it at Guitar Center at a close out price, but it was a busy weekend day and the sales force was very busy. I went back when they opened Monday morning figuring there wouldn't be a crowd and I could spend as much time as I liked with the instrument.
When I played it, the first string wouldn't do more than buzz. I knew that there had to be an issue. Under close examination I could see that the bridge was cracked. I figured that was a cheap fix, and if that didn't work it could always be. Returned to Saga under warranty for repair, so I bought it.
$30 later for a replacement. Bridge and new strings it sounds like a dream. It is as good as my KM-900, so I have a great instrument at a moderate price.
Sound Rating: 10
See comments above.
Setup Rating: 3
Extremely although I prefer a light sunburst finish.
Appearance Rating: 8
Now that the. Bridge is repaired, yes.
Reliability Rating: 8
Fine.
Customer Service: 8
At some point I might install an Allen tailpiece. I'm not a big fan of the 2 piece units.
Components Rating: 7
Love it!
Overall Rating: 9
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