Richwood RMF-80-Nt Mandoline
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The Richwood RMF-80-Nt is a really solid entry into the solid-wood mandolin market. It’s got a lovely, mellow tone that's great for bluegrass, folk, and even some lighter country. This is perfect for intermediate players looking for quality without the premium price tag of a Gibson or Collings.
Product Description
- Richwood RMF-80-Nt Mandoline
- 8-String F-style Mandolin
- Built completely out of solid wood
- Neck: Indonesian mahogany
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back and sides: Solid mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Diamond fingerboard inlays
- 2-Way adjustable truss rod
- Scale: 350 mm
- Nut width: 28.5 mm
- Ebony bridge
- 24 Frets
- Solid die-cast tailpiece
- Bone nut
- Open high grade vintage style tuners
- Chrome plated hardware
- Tuning: G-D-A-E
- Colour: Natural Matt
PROS
- • Solid wood construction delivers a surprisingly resonant and warm tone.
- • Ebony fingerboard and bone nut enhance playability and sustain.
- • 2-way adjustable truss rod allows for precise neck relief adjustments.
- • Vintage-style tuners offer reliable tuning stability and a classic aesthetic.
CONS
- • The natural matte finish might feel a bit plain for some players.
- • Mahogany back and sides can limit the top-end sparkle compared to maple.
- • While playable, the 28.5mm nut width might feel a bit wide for smaller hands.
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Key Features
Body Style
F-Style
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Mahogany
Strings
Steel (likely .010-.040 gauge)
Scale Length
350 mm
Weight
1.6 lbs (approximate, based on similar models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The mahogany gives it a warmer, rounder tone; it lacks the brighter, more cutting projection of maple, which some bluegrass players prefer.
While generally good for the price point, some minor fret dressing might be beneficial to optimize playability, a common occurrence with instruments in this range.
It's wider than many mandolins, but the comfortable neck profile helps. It might take a little getting used to if you're accustomed to a narrower neck.
