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mandocello belonging to chris sprague, made by suzuki, japan. the mandocello is an 8 string lute, originating in mediterrainean europe. it was traditionally played in mandolin orchestras playing a role similar to that of the cello. (mandocello means a cello played manually - ie: with the hand - manos). this instrument has a custom tuning of G, D, G, C.