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- chevron_right Mando-Bass Models (J Series)
The Mando-Bass has four strings, is strung in standard bass tuning, has a mandolin style body, and is 24 in. wide.
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Model J
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- symmetrical style-A body shape, carved top and back, top body binding, 17-fret fingerboard with dot inlay and slight treble side extension, round soundhole with two rope-patterned rings, no pickguard, maple bridge, trapeze tailpiece and pins, two-per-side tuners, has pin for stand, available in Brown, Black, Orange, or Sunburst finish, mfg. 1912-1940.
In 1918, Brown finish was introduced. In 1923, Black finish was introduced. In 1928, an adjustable bridge, and a squared edge for a neck were all introduced. The arm rest was discontinued. This model was last produced in the early 1930s, but still appeared in the catalog until 1940.
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