Gold Tone GME-5 E-Mandoline
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The Gold Tone GME-5 is a solid, budget-friendly electric mandolin perfect for bluegrass players or those wanting to experiment with amplified mandolin sounds. The alder body gives it a surprisingly full tone, and the maple neck makes it a joy to play. It’s a great entry point into the world of electric mandolins without breaking the bank.
Product Description
- Gold Tone GME-5 E-Mandoline
- Electric Mandoline
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Maple
- 20 Frets
- Scale: 349 mm (13-3/4")
- Pickup: 1 single coil
- 1 x Volume and 1 x tone control
- Compensated metal saddle
- Tuning: CGDAE
- Colour: Cream
- high-gloss
- Gauges: 052w
- .040w
- .026w
- .016
- .011
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Alder body provides a warm, balanced tone suitable for various genres
- • Maple neck offers comfortable playability and snappy response
- • Compensated saddle enhances intonation across the fretboard
- • Single-coil pickup delivers a bright, articulate bluegrass voice
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction may lack the sustain of a set-neck design
- • Cream finish can be prone to showing fingerprints and wear
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to mandolins with multiple pickups
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Key Features
Body Style
Electric Mandolin
Top Wood
Alder
Back & Sides
Alder
Strings
052w, .040w, .026w, .016, .011
Scale Length
349 mm (13-3/4 in)
Weight
5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's brighter and more focused, lacking the inherent warmth and complexity of an acoustic. The pickup amplifies the mandolin’s natural resonance but adds a distinct electric character.
Gold Tone’s bolt-on necks are generally well-aligned, but some minor fret buzz is common on budget electric instruments. A professional setup can often resolve this.
Yes, the pickup is accessible and can be replaced, allowing for tonal customization. However, some modification of the wiring might be needed.
