Ortega RMFE100AVO
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The RMFE100AVO is a solid choice for bluegrass players looking for a quality instrument with amplified capabilities. Its solid wood construction and comfortable neck make it surprisingly easy to play, and the MagusX pickup system is a real bonus for gigs or recording. It's a well-built mandolin that offers excellent value for the price.
Product Description
- Ortega RMFE100AVO
- Mandolin with Pickup
- Style: F-Style
- Solid spruce top
- Back and sides: solid maple (flamed)
- 50 mm Body depth
- Maple neck (flamed)
- 2-Way truss rod
- Scale: 345 mm
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- 24 Frets
- Ortega Double Bow fingerboard inlay in the 12th fret
- Ebony bridge
- Schaller machine heads
- MagusX rechargeable pickup and preamp
- Colour: Antique Violin Oiled (silk-matte)
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, responsive bluegrass tone.
- • Flamed maple back & sides add warmth and projection.
- • MagusX pickup offers a clean, amplified sound with long battery life.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides smooth playability and note definition.
CONS
- • The Antique Violin finish, while attractive, can show fingerprints easily.
- • 50 mm body depth might feel bulky for smaller players.
- • Scale length leans towards shorter side, potentially limiting lower register resonance.
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Key Features
Body Style
F-Style
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Flamed Maple
Strings
Steel (likely .010-.047 gauge)
Scale Length
345 mm
Weight
Approximately 1.8 kg (3.9 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The MagusX is known for its clarity and natural tone; it's not as 'hot' as some, but offers a very usable, balanced amplified sound, especially for acoustic-focused playing.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'C' shape, fairly standard for mandolins, but the ebony fingerboard can feel a little slick; some players might prefer a slightly more textured feel.
Yes, the 2-Way truss rod provides good adjustability to compensate for string tension and seasonal changes, allowing you to dial in a comfortable action.
