Todd Rose's Comments

Actually, Todd, the correct term, for my instrument at least, is probably octave mandolin. It is tuned an octave below a standard or soprano mandolin, just like the name implies. The scale length on mine is 22.25" which is perfect for that body size, in my opinion. You don't see many octave mandos in groups, however. Their range is about where the guitar is and I think it would get lost in there. Oh, by the way, I watched the video of Tony Dune playing the guitar/bouzouki. Sounds and looks great! Jon

Also, Todd, Is that a bouzouki? For years I've thought about building one. What is the scale length on yours? I've also never seen a pair of strings held by one bridge pin. Interesting! Thanks! Jon