out of reach for most of us (money wise and interest wise), but still a rare find and beauty.
I've been spending time in the mandolin community and folks i'll tell you, these small instruments can cost a bunch. most serious beginning mandolin players don't blink at a $4000 price to get a good playing instrument(think along the level of a Taylor 3 series). some of the more advanced players/owners drop $15000(think Taylor 8 series) and on up to $100,000 for a top tier mandolin with special breeding(Gibson Loar).
we have it real nice in guitarland, trust me
MassStreet is a great shop and for me, a well trusted shop. so I have no doubt this is NOT inflated and is current market value based on the model, condition and rarity. I doubt it lasts long.
http://massstreetmusic.com/collectio...5k-soprano-uke
NFI, just thought you'd like to see something different
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