JBovier Announces New Electric Mandolins
From: JBovier Stringed Instruments
Walton, Ky.
Contact:
Phone: 859-801-9581
Jeff Cowherd, president of JBovier Stringed Instruments, proudly announces
the availability of a new line of electric mandolins.
The new 4-string "EMC" model (Electric Mando Caster), pictured in classic
cream finish, is an homage to the highly sought-after vintage electric
mandolins of 30 to 50 years ago. The hybrid "ELS" (Electric Leo Smith),
shown in sunburst, is designed for contemporary tastes.
The two prototypes were the hit of the recent Summer NAMM show in Nashville.
Receiving initial rave reviews from industry experts. including Sam
Bush, George Gruhn, Bucky Baxter, Stephen Mougin, Ted Eschliman, Gordon
Roberts, and many local professional attendees, the two instruments
drew accolades for their smartly ergonomic design, fantastic tone, cosmetic
mojo, and incredible playability.
Listing at $799, the two instruments are expected to be available at
a "street" price of $599 with a deluxe gig bag, or a slight upcharge
for an Access rectangular hardshell case.
Reported Cowherd: "There has been such tremendous interest in JBovier
e-mandos after NAMM that we have begun accepting pre-orders, with a
tentative arrival date of November. Upgrades and positive revisions
to the prototypes have already been made for the first batch, based
on suggestions at NAMM from players who were extremely impressed."
Both instruments will feature dual pickups and a 3-way switch, with
the volume knob closest to the bridge for easy "violin" volume swells,
the selector switch closer to the perimeter to avoid contact or collision
while strumming, and the tone knob ergonomically between. A large pickup
cavity will be cut and "blank" pickguards made available to allow do-it-yourself
pickup modifications for those desiring custom upgrades, such as a Seymour
Duncan "Antiquity" Mandocaster pickup, a mix with a chrome humbucker,
etc.
The ELS model will sport a rosewood fretboard; the EMC will have maple.
Both will feature .080 frets and markers at frets 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, and
higher. Headstocks will feature the signature logo, string spacer (EMC
only), and deluxe tuners (optional Sperzel "Sound-Lok" tuners shown).
Standard finishes include cream and sunburst, but future colors may
be available upon request. Plans for prototype 5-string versions of
both models are already in process. Instruments will initially be available
for pre-ordering
only through JBovier’s Kentucky office. Pre-order
information will be available soon.
For more information, contact JBovier Stringed Instruments directly
via
or call 859-801-9581.