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5.0 out of 5 stars Quality craftsmanship, finish and price
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is definitely your new mandolin
The Vangoa Mandolin is an absolute gem—an instrument that combines stunning craftsmanship with incredible sound quality. From the moment you lay eyes on it, its beautiful design captivates. The rich wood grain, elegant finish, and finely detailed construction make it not just a musical tool but a work of art.But the beauty isn’t just skin deep—this mandolin delivers fantastic tone, producing warm, crisp, and resonant sounds that truly shine whether you’re playing folk, bluegrass, or classical melodies. It holds tuning exceptionally well, and the playability is smooth, making it perfect for both beginners and seasoned players.What truly sets it apart is the package deal. Everything you need to get started is included, making it an unbeatable value. From the soft, but ample case, to the picks, strap, and tuner, every piece complements the experience, ensuring you can enjoy your instrument to the fullest from day one.If you’re looking for an affordable yet high-quality mandolin that delivers both beauty and performance, the Vangoa is an incredible choice. Absolutely worth every penny!
4.0 out of 5 stars The Red Sunburst is a Pretty Little Thing!
This is my second one of the same model due to replacement of the first.Initial impressions:The unit was well-protected. Foam Bag on the instrument itself, placed in the nice included Gig Bag which was wrapped in a Plastic Bag, in a tough Cardboard Shipping Box, then inside the Bolo carton. Visibly the instrument appeared to be a "used" unit due to several visible minute scratches and rough edges of the peeling protective film over the pick guard. Further examination did not reveal any physical defects. Installed Strings appear to be new. Included items include a set of Four Picks, Digital Tuner, Cleaning/Polishing Cloth, Strap, Amp Cable, Owners Manual, and Chord Chart for the beginner, all stowed in the Orange Accessory Bag which fits in the Accessory Pouch of the Gig Bag. I noted that some slight adjustment of the String Action would be required, but the bridge appeared to have room to accomplish that. So far so good.Set Up:I checked the Tuning machines for looseness with a 10mm wrench. All good to go with no slop between the gears. With the Strings loose I applied Nut Sauce to the Nut Grooves and Half-Tuned the Strings, then adjusted the Bridge until I obtained at the 12th fret just under1.5mm clearance of the G String and just under 1.25mm clearance of the E String. Neck edges smooth with no sharp Frets, and all Frets level. Spent a couple days periodically Re-Tuning the Strings until the stretch was gone and correct Tuning held overnight. This morning the Action was still as set, and Intonation so close the Tuner showed no differences between Open Strings, Fretted Strings at the 12th, and Harmonics at the 12th.The Playability:I am a beginner Mando player, though I have been a guiterist for nearly 50 years. I find this unit very playable with good tone and surprisingly good sustain. And no buzzing! Tuning remains constant after an hour of play, so I felt it was time to check the Electronics using both Wired and Wireless Interfaces. The Pickup provides very acceptable volume as set. The Mando sounds just as good with or without amplification. Volume Control operates smoothly with no static or roughness, and amplitude rise and fall is smooth top to bottom/bottom to top. I'm unsure about the quality of the Tone Control, but for the $$$ it seems to be quite adequate.If necessary I can always EQ it via the Chain.All told I'm VERY satisfied with my purchase. I've looked and played several Mandos at the local Music Shops and find this unit to perform favorably against them. For the money you can't beat it. I highly recommend at least giving this a try first!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great mandolin
Amazing value, ready to play right out of the box! A+
5.0 out of 5 stars Great value
This is a great mandolin package for the price, I am new to mandolin. I am experienced with ukulele, so understand string instruments a little. This overall is truly a beautiful mandolin. My action was high, there are screws at the bridge to bring the action down, may need to sand the bridge to take it down more. The sound is very good and works well with my amp. There is no truss in the neck that allows changes. I did notice what I thought were scratches/marks on the pick guard and contacted the store through Bolo- kudos for very quick response - and I was told there is a thin layer of plastic (like saran wrap covering the pick guard- once removed, my pick guard was perfect (but I kind of wish I left it on for protection, lol, but needed to see if any damage under it). I saw mention of the mandolin strings not holding tune in other reviews- but if you have played stringed instruments in the past, you know that it could take a week or more (depending on how often you play) for the strings to stretch and hold tune. Right now after owning for over a week and playing daily, only the 4th string needs tuning, the other three are holding. Finally, there is also mention in other reviews that the tuner that comes with the mandolin does not have mandolin turning as a choice- that is true but you can find free phone apps for tuning mandolin, which I prefer anyway. This is not a big enough issue for me for the product to lose a star. Looks beautiful, sounds good, very awesome package for the price.
Great beginner mandolin and price is right for starting out
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Excellent value and quality
Very nice mandolin at a very good price. The nut was cut a bit high, but I plan to change the strings to a lighter gauge and will correct it then. Excellent finish and sound, very happy with the gig bag and extras.
De mi completo agrado
Complio con mi gusto, y muy bien todo funcional, lo recomiendo
estuche de color mas claro
el color de estuche es de color gris claro y no como el de la fotografia.
Fantastic for the price
Fantastic starter kit. Couldn't really ask for more with the price point. The chord chart is a really nice touch.
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Vangoa Mandolin Musical Instrument A Style Acoustic Electric, 8 Strings Mahogany for Beginner Adults Teens, Red Burst
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Vangoa Mandolin Musical Instrument A Style Acoustic Electric, 8 Strings Mahogany for Beginner Adults Teens, Red Burst
AED1,00081
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Order today to get by 7-14 business days
This item qualifies for free delivery
Imported From: United States
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5.0 out of 5 stars Quality craftsmanship, finish and price
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is definitely your new mandolin
The Vangoa Mandolin is an absolute gem—an instrument that combines stunning craftsmanship with incredible sound quality. From the moment you lay eyes on it, its beautiful design captivates. The rich wood grain, elegant finish, and finely detailed construction make it not just a musical tool but a work of art.But the beauty isn’t just skin deep—this mandolin delivers fantastic tone, producing warm, crisp, and resonant sounds that truly shine whether you’re playing folk, bluegrass, or classical melodies. It holds tuning exceptionally well, and the playability is smooth, making it perfect for both beginners and seasoned players.What truly sets it apart is the package deal. Everything you need to get started is included, making it an unbeatable value. From the soft, but ample case, to the picks, strap, and tuner, every piece complements the experience, ensuring you can enjoy your instrument to the fullest from day one.If you’re looking for an affordable yet high-quality mandolin that delivers both beauty and performance, the Vangoa is an incredible choice. Absolutely worth every penny!
4.0 out of 5 stars The Red Sunburst is a Pretty Little Thing!
This is my second one of the same model due to replacement of the first.Initial impressions:The unit was well-protected. Foam Bag on the instrument itself, placed in the nice included Gig Bag which was wrapped in a Plastic Bag, in a tough Cardboard Shipping Box, then inside the Bolo carton. Visibly the instrument appeared to be a "used" unit due to several visible minute scratches and rough edges of the peeling protective film over the pick guard. Further examination did not reveal any physical defects. Installed Strings appear to be new. Included items include a set of Four Picks, Digital Tuner, Cleaning/Polishing Cloth, Strap, Amp Cable, Owners Manual, and Chord Chart for the beginner, all stowed in the Orange Accessory Bag which fits in the Accessory Pouch of the Gig Bag. I noted that some slight adjustment of the String Action would be required, but the bridge appeared to have room to accomplish that. So far so good.Set Up:I checked the Tuning machines for looseness with a 10mm wrench. All good to go with no slop between the gears. With the Strings loose I applied Nut Sauce to the Nut Grooves and Half-Tuned the Strings, then adjusted the Bridge until I obtained at the 12th fret just under1.5mm clearance of the G String and just under 1.25mm clearance of the E String. Neck edges smooth with no sharp Frets, and all Frets level. Spent a couple days periodically Re-Tuning the Strings until the stretch was gone and correct Tuning held overnight. This morning the Action was still as set, and Intonation so close the Tuner showed no differences between Open Strings, Fretted Strings at the 12th, and Harmonics at the 12th.The Playability:I am a beginner Mando player, though I have been a guiterist for nearly 50 years. I find this unit very playable with good tone and surprisingly good sustain. And no buzzing! Tuning remains constant after an hour of play, so I felt it was time to check the Electronics using both Wired and Wireless Interfaces. The Pickup provides very acceptable volume as set. The Mando sounds just as good with or without amplification. Volume Control operates smoothly with no static or roughness, and amplitude rise and fall is smooth top to bottom/bottom to top. I'm unsure about the quality of the Tone Control, but for the $$$ it seems to be quite adequate.If necessary I can always EQ it via the Chain.All told I'm VERY satisfied with my purchase. I've looked and played several Mandos at the local Music Shops and find this unit to perform favorably against them. For the money you can't beat it. I highly recommend at least giving this a try first!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great mandolin
Amazing value, ready to play right out of the box! A+
5.0 out of 5 stars Great value
This is a great mandolin package for the price, I am new to mandolin. I am experienced with ukulele, so understand string instruments a little. This overall is truly a beautiful mandolin. My action was high, there are screws at the bridge to bring the action down, may need to sand the bridge to take it down more. The sound is very good and works well with my amp. There is no truss in the neck that allows changes. I did notice what I thought were scratches/marks on the pick guard and contacted the store through Bolo- kudos for very quick response - and I was told there is a thin layer of plastic (like saran wrap covering the pick guard- once removed, my pick guard was perfect (but I kind of wish I left it on for protection, lol, but needed to see if any damage under it). I saw mention of the mandolin strings not holding tune in other reviews- but if you have played stringed instruments in the past, you know that it could take a week or more (depending on how often you play) for the strings to stretch and hold tune. Right now after owning for over a week and playing daily, only the 4th string needs tuning, the other three are holding. Finally, there is also mention in other reviews that the tuner that comes with the mandolin does not have mandolin turning as a choice- that is true but you can find free phone apps for tuning mandolin, which I prefer anyway. This is not a big enough issue for me for the product to lose a star. Looks beautiful, sounds good, very awesome package for the price.
Great beginner mandolin and price is right for starting out
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Excellent value and quality
Very nice mandolin at a very good price. The nut was cut a bit high, but I plan to change the strings to a lighter gauge and will correct it then. Excellent finish and sound, very happy with the gig bag and extras.
De mi completo agrado
Complio con mi gusto, y muy bien todo funcional, lo recomiendo
estuche de color mas claro
el color de estuche es de color gris claro y no como el de la fotografia.
Fantastic for the price
Fantastic starter kit. Couldn't really ask for more with the price point. The chord chart is a really nice touch.
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