Bourgeois Bourgeois M5F-SB Mandolin – Aged Tone Series – Sunburst F-Style

Description

The Bourgeois M5F-SB is a high-performance F-style mandolin that bridges the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern acoustic innovation. Featuring a hand-rubbed Sunburst finish and Dana Bourgeois’ legendary Aged Tone (Torrefied) tonewoods, this instrument delivers the explosive "chop" and rich, woody resonance of a prized vintage mandolin from day one. The M5F-SB is built for the player who requires maximum projection and tonal complexity. The foundation of its massive voice is a Fully Torrefied Adirondack Spruce top, paired with Aged Tone European Maple back and sides. This thermal curing process removes moisture and volatiles at a cellular level, allowing the wood to vibrate with the freedom and clarity usually found only in instruments that have been played for decades. Visually, the M5F-SB is a masterclass in aesthetics. The hand-applied, water-based Sunburst stain is rubbed directly into the wood grain, creating a deep, three-dimensional effect that celebrates the figure of the maple rather than masking it. Every M5F-SB is a collaborative triumph, combining the design and voicing expertise of the Bourgeois team in Maine with the world-class hand-carving skills of Eastman’s master luthiers. Outfitted with a radiused fingerboard for effortless playability and a custom-engraved Bill James tailpiece for superior sustain, the M5F-SB is the definitive choice for the serious bluegrass professional. Key Performance Features: Fully Torrefied Construction: Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce and Maple provide a massive volume ceiling and "broken-in" vintage warmth. Hand-Applied Sunburst: Traditional water-based staining process highlights the natural beauty and chatoyance of the wood. Dana Bourgeois Voicing: Architecture and plate-tuning designed by Dana Bourgeois for a sophisticated, balanced frequency response. Elite Appointments: Custom-engraved Bill James tailpiece and Golden Age tuners ensure rock-solid tuning and easier string changes. Model: M5F-SB (F-Style) Top Wood: Aged Tone (Torrefied) Adirondack Spruce Back & Sides: Aged Tone (Torrefied) European Maple Finish: Hand-Applied Sunburst (High Gloss) Neck Material: Aged Tone Maple Fingerboard: Ebony (Radiused) Nut Width: 1 5/32" (Bone) Scale Length: 13 7/8" Body/Neck Binding: Ivoroid Hardware: Satin Nickel Tailpiece: Custom Engraved Bill James Tailpiece Tuners: Golden Age - Satin Nickel Bridge: Adjustable Ebony Case: Deluxe Bourgeois Hardshell Case

The Guitar Sanctuary

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Make Bourgeois

Condition Brand New

$2,939

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Brian Meader (972)540-6420

McKinney, TX 7:46 AM

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Payment

We accept all major credit cards (orders must ship to the billing address of the cardholder or authorized ship-to address for their account), PayPal (shipped to a PayPal confirmed delivery address), Financing through Blispay, Wire Transfer in advance in US Funds, or COD (Cashier's Check only).

Shipping

We ship most any order placed before 3pm CDT Tuesday through Friday the same day. Orders placed Saturday-Monday will ship the following Tuesday. For new products we will only ship to delivery addresses within the United States. Most pedals are shipped via Priority Mail. Guitars and Amplifiers are shipped via UPS Ground. Other shipping methods are available. Please contact prior to placing your order for shipping cost quotations to your delivery address.

Returns

The Guitar Sanctuary does accept returned items as long as arrangements are made for such within 48 hours of purchase/receipt. Returned items MUST be in the original condition and packing (including owner’s manual, un-used warranty card, any other items that came with the item) in order to qualify for a refund. No refunds are available for “special” ordered guitars or amplifiers (items that were not in stock, but rather ordered per the customers request. The customer is responsible for all freight charges and credit card processing fees incurred in the course of the sale. We cannot refund freight charges. The Guitar Sanctuary will charge a 20% restocking fee for returned effects pedals and amplifiers and a 10% restocking fee for Guitars. The only exceptions are for products that are defective.  Please only purchase an item after you are certain it is right for you! Layaway: You can lay-a-way any product for a maximum of three months. Lay-a-way requires a 25% non-refundable deposit. We will not be able to ship the item until it is paid for in full and as a lay-a-way purchase, does not qualify for the 48 hour approval policy. International Sales: We can ship most guitars and other products internationally. We prefer money orders, cashier’s checks, or bank wire transfers in U.S. dollars. Shipping quotes are only valid for 48 hours. Please consult with your local officials about taxes, duties, currency exchange rates, etc.