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  1. Oct-05-2012, 11:58am #1
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    Default 14 String Bandollia?

    Okay, what can anyone tell me about this instrument?
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    Default Re: 14 String Bandollia?

    Could it be a variant of the bandurria, spelled with an accent? The bandurria comes out of Spain with typically 12 strings tuned in fourths. The Philippines have a 14-string version. My best guess.

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    Default Re: 14 String Bandollia?

    Definitely related to Spanish bandurria but prob Filipino.

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