Hall of Fame: 1970s Vantage MIJ Teardrop Flat-Back Mandolin in Gloss Sunburst
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The Vantage Flat-Back Mandolin in Sunburst delivers a warm, articulate tone with classic styling, featuring a spruce top, flat mahogany back and traditional floating bridge design. Its comfortable neck and bright eight-string configuration produce the crisp, chiming sound mandolins are known for, making it ideal for folk, bluegrass and acoustic ensembles.
Built during Vantage’s respected Japanese production era, these instruments are appreciated for their solid craftsmanship and dependable playability.
Specifications:
|
Year |
Late 1970s |
| Made in | Japan |
| Body Style | Teardrop-style flat-back oval-hole mandolin |
| Finish | Gloss sunburst |
| Body Material | Spruce top with carved hardwood back |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Construction | Set-neck |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fret Count | Approx. 20 frets with white dot inlays |
| Scale Length | Approx. 13.75 in (350 mm) |
| Nut Width | Approx. 28 mm |
| Bridge | Floating rosewood bridge with adjustable saddle |
| Tailpiece | Decorative engraved metal tailpiece |
| Tuners | Open-gear strip tuners (8 tuners) |
| Binding | Multi-ply body binding |
| Date Sold | 20/04/2026 |
| Sold For | $200 AUD |