Actually I have one, ordered several months ago. (I run a home for unwed instruments, and this one fit right in). It has a "sweet" tone and sounds somewhat like a cross between a lap dulcimer, and an autoharp. It would have to be miked to compete with a banjo, but does real well against a hammered dulcimer or another mandolin. I use it primarily in reels, and it usually sets the rythmn. I use heavier strings than those that came with it, (wrapped tenor banjo banjo strings for the bass D and G, and banjo mediums for the others, since the neck is fairly short. If you are going to the Getaway, let me know and I will bring it.
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