The Loar LM-590 Contemporary F-Style Mandolin

Springfield, MO, United States

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The Loar LM-590-MS - Satin Tobacco Sunburst Step into the world of vintage-inspired acoustic tone with The Loar LM-590-MS, a contemporary F-Style mandolin that delivers the rich, resonant sound of a solid, hand-carved instrument. This mandolin is built for players who want a professional-grade sound without the hefty price tag. The key to its powerful voice is the all-solid wood construction, starting with a hand-carved solid spruce top. Spruce is renowned for its stiffness and clarity, ensuring a tone that projects well and gains complexity as you play it in over time. This top pairs beautifully with the solid figured maple back and sides. Maple is known for its focused, bright sound and powerful projection, which contributes to the mandolin's excellent "chop" for rhythm playing. The thin satin finish allows these hand-carved woods to "breathe," enhancing the instrument's natural vibration and overall resonance. The result is a mandolin with strong volume, clear articulation, and a tone that is often said to compete with instruments at a much higher price point. The figured maple neck and Padauk fingerboard contribute to both the feel and the acoustic response, providing a crisp foundation. The classic F-Style shape and simple aesthetics of the LM-590-MS give it that stripped-down, workhorse vibe, while the all-solid, hand-carved construction ensures it's a serious instrument ready for the stage or studio. While there is no specific famous musician tied to this exact model, The Loar brand pays tribute to instruments from the 1920s and 30s, an era defined by legendary Gibson master luthier Lloyd Loar, whose designs are the inspiration for this line. Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center? Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair. Highlights Hand-carved solid spruce top for rich, resonant, and complex tone that improves with age. Solid figured maple back and sides to deliver clear, bright tone and powerful projection for excellent "chop". Thin satin finish allows the tonewoods to vibrate freely for maximum acoustic openness. Classic F-Style body shape, the iconic choice for bluegrass and traditional acoustic music. Rounded "V" neck profile designed for comfortable playability, often preferred on vintage-style instruments. Specifications Body Wood: Solid Hand-Carved Figured Maple Top Wood: Solid Hand-Carved Spruce Neck Wood: Figured Maple Left/Right Handed: Right Handed Fretboard Wood: Padauk Scale Length: 13-29/32" (or 13.9") Fretboard Radius: Flat Fretboard Inlay/Material: Mother-of-Pearl Dots Neck Profile: Rounded V Profile Finish: Satin Tobacco Sunburst Bridge Material: Ebony, adjustable Nut Material: Bone Tuners: Nickel with Ivory Buttons Electronics: None (Acoustic) Bridge: Adjustable Compensated Ebony Manufacturer Part Number: LM-590-MS All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup. Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!

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$749.99