The Learn To Play Mandolin

This is the full-sized mandolin and instructional DVD that provides the easiest way for beginning pickers to learn to play the instrument popularized by bluegrass legend Bill Monroe. Designed by professional musicians, the DVD guides novices step by step through tuning (using the included pitch pipe), and illustrates the basic melody and chord rhythm accompaniment to the bluegrass classic John Henry. Its maple body has two f-holes that generate doubled, resonant tones from the four pairs of light-gauged strings--tuned to GDAE like a violin--producing the same volume and and tone as professional models. The slim neck and the rosewood fingerboard's frets provide perfect intonation and easy action, while the pick guard protects the sunburst finish during frenetic flourishes à la mandolin icon Donna Stoneman. Its open-gear machine heads and adjustable, floating bridge provide reliable, precise tuning. Includes a strap, pick, and a carrying bag. 28" L x 10 1/2" W x 3" D. (4 1/2 lbs.)