The MM-100SBC mandolin starts with a select spruce top and matched to a maple back and sides for maximum projection and soul. Includes a deluxe Hardshell Case. For more than a decade the Morgan Monroe line of acoustic instruments has had one simple philosophy which is to put high quality instruments in the hands of all players without compromise and they have not deviated from that commitment since day one. Utilizing superior craftsmanship creates quality instruments that have that "special something". Morgan Monroe stand behind every instrument they make with a legendary Lifetime Warranty. Included FREE: "The Ultimate Fretted Tuning Chart" This chart contains 87 tunings (47 for guitar) for various common and hard to find instruments. The accompanying CD has all the tunings played on the actual instruments. Many tunings are offered for most instruments. Instruments include guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer, bass, harp guitar, balalaika, oud, charrango, bouzouki, tres, ukulele, bajo sexto, dobro/lap steel, vihuela and requinto. Included are the most common tunings as well as many exotic tuning. We are an authorized Morgan Monroe dealer so this ships directly from them to you. In addition, we are so confident that you will love this mandolin, we are offering a 100% Satisfaction guarantee. Just contact us within 30 days of receipt for an RA number and you can return it for a full refund, minus shipping. No restock fee. Features: Sides:Maple Fingerboard: Rosewood Bridge: Rosewood Tailpiece: Two Piece w/ Etched Cover Hardware: Gold Tuners: Open Geared Binding: Ivoriod Strings: Daddario LIFETIME WARRANTY 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed Shipped insured Brand New