--- product_id: 79240280 title: "Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with Hardshell Case – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, East Indian Rosewood Fingerboard" brand: "trinity college" price: "€ 1796.72" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-hardshell store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Maple back & sides for crisp highs & rich mids Solid Sitka spruce top for bright, clear tone Slim mahogany neck for fast, smooth play Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with Hardshell Case – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, East Indian Rosewood Fingerboard **Brand:** trinity college **Price:** € 1796.72 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Own the Celtic vibe—where tradition meets pro-level play! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with Hardshell Case – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, East Indian Rosewood Fingerboard by trinity college - **How much does it cost?** € 1796.72 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-hardshell) ## Best For - trinity college enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted trinity college brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Fast-Action Slim Neck:** Mahogany neck engineered for effortless playability and long-term stability—no compromises. - • **Bell-Bright Celtic Tone:** Experience the iconic, shimmering sound of a solid Sitka spruce top that cuts through every session. - • **Travel-Ready Protection:** Includes a premium hardshell case to keep your mandolin safe and stylish on the go. - • **Silky Smooth Fingerboard:** East Indian rosewood fingerboard ensures fluid finger movement for those intricate Celtic runs. - • **Crisp Highs & Resonant Mids:** Maple back and sides deliver a perfectly balanced tonal spectrum for professional-grade performance. ## Overview The Trinity College TM-325B Celtic Octave Mandolin features a solid Sitka spruce top and maple back and sides for a bright, resonant sound. Its slim mahogany neck and East Indian rosewood fingerboard provide fast, smooth playability, while the elegant abalone Celtic inlay adds timeless style. Comes with a durable hardshell case for secure transport. ## Description Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with Hardshell Case - Black Top ## Features - Solid Sitka spruce top with round soundhole provides that bell-bright attack and distinctive Celtic sound - Solid maple back and sides produce crisp high notes and resonant mid range tones - Slim mahogany neck offers fast, easy action and inherently long-lasting stability - Choice East Indian rosewood fingerboard ensures silky smooth playability - Elegant abalone Celtic design peghead inlay for a traditional look - Includes hardshell case for easy storage and transport - To learn more, please see our Product Description below ## Product Details - **Brand:** Trinity College - **Color:** Black Top - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 33 x 13.5 x 3.5 inches - **Top Material Type:** Spruce - **Back Material Type:** Maple - **String Material Type:** Alloy Steel - **Finish Type:** Polished - **Instrument:** Mandolin - **Item Weight:** 3.3 Pounds - **Operation Mode:** Manual ## Images ![Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with Hardshell Case – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, East Indian Rosewood Fingerboard - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61TMw0wd9+L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great instrument. *by A***N on March 5, 2011* Although the instrument is not as set up as one might need to start playing, it is a quality OM and very good for the money. There are no "guarantee" documents or instructions on how to set up the bridge and intone the scale length, so it is assumed you have other sources to know how to begin using the instrument.You might want to google setting up a mandolin bridge.[...]The strings are already attached and horribly corroded which means most likely the mando has been sitting for quite some time. As soon as you set up the bridge, your fingers will turn black from the corrosion. No problem, buy some new strings when you purchase it and change them asap.Meanwhile the tone should yield a nice range of highs and lows and provide a satisfied feeling of playability.The case is not the greatest quality (the inside compartment cover is not hinged all that well) however it works for protection and fits perfectly. Remember though you don't play the case, so it is fine.Overall I would recommend this one, Amazon will over package it for safe shipping and send it to you on time. ### ⭐⭐ Nice sound, defective neck? *by J***. on February 20, 2025* When it arrived the strings had a little bit of buzz to them. I checked the neck relief and the neck definitely needed a little adjustment. I accessed the truss rod and give it a little turn counter-clockwise to provide more relief to the neck (i.e., to create more of a bow). I felt no resistance when I did that and the neck relief didn't change. In fact the truss rod spun freely counter-clockwise and did not have any effect no matter how much I turned it. So, unfortunately, the instrument has a badly adjusted neck and buzzy strings and there apparently isn't any way to fix it other than doing repair work that likely will cost more than the instrument. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ with proper setup this mando is great!!! *by S***E on October 21, 2010* when you open the box you will be impressed!! no drip makes, no thick varnish, no over gluing on the inside. what it does have is great wood, x bracing, well made fret board, and great tuners. this is a WELL made instrument for the money and more than likely the best for the price range. but i would feel bad is i didnt tell you about the down sides. you need to set up the mandolin. this means set up the bridge, maybe adjust the truss rod, and maybe filing the bridge. so i would tell you to have it professionally set up(dont worry its only like $30-$50). the tailpiece, while nice, is not as good as it could be, but they can be changed out very easily and available online ($30-$200, the cheaper ones will work perfect, should say "cast", and the more expensive are gold plated and things like that to make them expensive). at the end of the day, you will be very happy with this mandolin. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-hardshell](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-hardshell) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*