Carvalho 305MDL Mandolin. Sapele Body

Carvalho 305MDL: Portuguese Craftsmanship in a Traditional Pear-Shaped Mandolin

The Carvalho 305MDL Mandolin represents the finest European luthiery traditions, handcrafted in Portugal with exceptional attention to tone, playability, and aesthetic detail. This beautiful instrument features a resonant solid spruce top that provides clear articulation and projection, perfectly complemented by the warm richness of its sapele body in the classic pear shape favored by European mandolin players. The thoughtfully designed sapele neck supports a curved extended fingerboard that enhances playability across all 19 frets, while the traditional slotted headstock houses quality nickel and black machine heads for precise, stable tuning. Premium materials extend to the bone bridge and top nut, which ensure optimal string vibration transfer and contribute to the instrument's rich, balanced voice. Each mandolin is strung with professional-gauge strings (.012/.016w/.023w/.036w) that deliver the ideal balance of tone and playability right out of the case. With its authentic Portuguese craftsmanship, this mandolin offers the warm, complex voice sought after by musicians exploring Mediterranean and European mandolin repertoire, from classical compositions to folk traditions. Whether you're a developing student or experienced performer, the Carvalho 305MDL provides exceptional quality and authentic tone at a remarkable value.

Distinguished Features:

• Resonant solid spruce top delivering clear articulation and projection
• Beautiful sapele body in traditional European pear shape
• Comfortable sapele neck with curved extended fingerboard for enhanced playability
• Classic slotted headstock with quality nickel/black machine heads
• Premium bone bridge ensuring optimal string vibration and tone
• Bone top nut for precise string spacing and clear open notes
• Extended 19-fret range providing additional playing versatility
• Professional string gauges (.012/.016w/.023w/.036w) for balanced tone
• Authentic Portuguese craftsmanship with attention to traditional detail
• Ideal for Mediterranean, classical, and European folk mandolin repertoire

Technical Specifications:

• Model: 305MDL
• Item Number: GR31205
• Product Identifier: 5051293009473
• Top: Solid spruce
• Body: Sapele, pear shape
• Neck: Sapele
• Nut Width: 34mm
• Width at 12th Fret: 42mm
• Scale Length: 365mm
• Maximum Body Depth: 72mm
• Body Width: 262mm
• Number of Frets: 19
• Body Length: 355mm
• Overall Length: 665mm
• String Gauges: .012/.016w/.023w/.036w
• Country of Manufacture: Portugal