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    Default Ibanez Model# 513 Mandolin

    Just wondering if anyone else can give more information on this model. I have looked around the net and seem to only find the 513 in a different body style than the one here. What would be a fair resale price? Thanks
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    Default Re: Ibanez Model# 513 Mandolin

    I looked at the unofficial Ibanez mandolin website: http://ibanezmandolin.com/, where they say they don't cover the 513 and its related models because they are of a lower quality.

    There must be somewhere else that does cover those models, and you're at the right place to find out.

    ron

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    Default Re: Ibanez Model# 513 Mandolin

    maybe like $300.00. Be mindful of structural integrity as I've seen these with bellys and other stress-related problems. Not too sure of how solid they're built. Timid voice also.

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    Default Re: Ibanez Model# 513 Mandolin

    Thanks guys!

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    Default Re: Ibanez Model# 513 Mandolin

    Most all of the 70's Mandolins can be found here
    Most were solid carved Spruce Topped
    Thanks

    http://s93105080.onlinehome.us/Ibanez-Catalogs/

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    Default Re: Ibanez Model# 513 Mandolin

    I've had one of the same model for several years. Mine came with a D'Armond add-on pickup attached, with the volume knob attached to the pickguard (which is missing on the one you've got). I like the offbeat body design--with it's Maccaferri-like sound hole. It's no banjo killer, but it makes a good electric-acoustic jazz mando.

    Mine is quite solid and seems nicely built. The back has a little flame, and the top has a gentle arch, though i'm not sure if it's carved or pressed. Sounds more like a flat-top. The hardware's a little cheap. I put a Michael Kelly tailpiece on it, because the shape just happens to mirror the curve on the fretboard extension.

    I looked around and never found anything much about the history of this model.

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