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Gibson's Original Acoustic Instruments division brings the concept of the most affordable hand-crafted mandolin to its line of A-style mandolins with the new A-9 model. OAI's scroll-body F-9 model, introduced in January 2002, was not only a commercial success - it also generated numerous requests for a similar model in the A-style line, which features a symmetrical, pear-shaped body. The A-9 has a Sitka spruce top and eastern hard maple back, sides and neck; top bound black binding; nickel plated hardware; a Gibson script headstock inlay; and satin vintage brown finish. The hand-fitted dovetail neck joint, hand-tuned tone chamber and micro thin finish assure a rich, powerful sound that is characteristic of higher-end mandolins. The A body style is comfortable to play and allows easy access up the neck.
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