Neck Volutes

[pickdropper]

It seems that neck volutes are somewhat common on some of the less expensive Mandolins out there. Are these viewed as negatively as the volutes on the old Gibby Les Pauls?

[hank]

I'd say the volutes are a factor in the inexpensive part. I've not met anyone with an opinion on that issue however.

What brand/model are you referring to? hank

[pickdropper]

Hey Hank,

I was just browsing the Michael Kelly site when I noticed it on the back of one of their "better" mandolins.

I dunno if this link will work, but I noticed it on the back of the neck shot of the blond Legacy.

http://michaelkellyguitars.zoovy.com/product/LFSDLXNAT

[Nelson F]

Hey Picdropper off the topic of Mando's" don't forget Gibson Put
a Volute & still does on their Guitar The Citation" Guitar lists for about 28k if this helps any!

[pickdropper]

Thanks for the info Nelson, that is very interesting.

Basically, I have played guitar for a while, but am heading feet first into the world of mandolins. The more I look, the more I realize the good mandolins are expensive, no way to get around that. Just gonna try and find the best starting mando I can get and work from there. Maybe I should sell my LP historic. :D

[Nelson F]

How Flamey & what year historic?? Post Pic!

[pickdropper]

Sorry, no flame on this one. :(

It is a late '99 '57 Goldtop.

[Nelson F]

Thats still a Beautiful Guitar!

[hank]

I looked at the link. That looks fine to me. I've heard good things about the MK's. I haven't gotten my hands on one yet.

goodluck