Mandore Progress

Using a similar body construction (one piece) to the cretan lyra this 'Mandore' will be strung according to Mandolino tuning exept the lower three courses. These will be one octave apart (internally). 

The wood for both pegs and body is walnut.

Two completed Lyras

Both are tuned A-D-G (like a violin but without the high E).

Shellac finish completed

 Strings on the walnut lyra

Both