--- product_id: 90749019 title: "Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin" brand: "ashbury" price: "FREE" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 1 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/90749019-ashbury-am-380e-mandolin store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Select spruce top & mahogany back/sides Satin tobacco sunburst finish Electro-acoustic with tone & volume controls Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin **Brand:** ashbury **Price:** FREE **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your sound, own the spotlight with Ashbury AM-380E! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin by ashbury - **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/90749019-ashbury-am-380e-mandolin) ## Best For - ashbury enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ashbury brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact & Portable:** Lightweight design with a 707mm body length, perfect for on-the-go musicians craving quality sound. - • **Sleek & Stylish Finish:** Satin tobacco sunburst finish that stands out in any jam session or studio setup. - • **Comfort Meets Precision:** Rosewood fretboard with 24 frets and ergonomic scale length ensures effortless playability. - • **Plug & Play Performance:** Electro-acoustic design with intuitive tone and volume controls for seamless stage-ready sound. - • **Premium Wood Craftsmanship:** Select spruce top paired with rich mahogany back and sides delivers warm, resonant tones. ## Overview The Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin is a premium electro-acoustic instrument featuring tone and volume controls for versatile sound shaping. Crafted with a select spruce top and mahogany back and sides, it offers rich tonal depth complemented by a satin tobacco sunburst finish. Designed for comfort and precision, it includes a rosewood fretboard with 24 frets and a compact body ideal for both stage and studio use. ## Description Product Description Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin Electro acoustic with tone and volume controls. Box Contains Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin ## Features - Ashbury am-380e mandolin electro acoustic with tone and volume controls. - Select spruce top mahogany back and sides - Satin tobacco sunburst finish - Rosewood fretboard - Nut width:28mm;width at 12th fret:38mm;scale length:350mm;max body depth:42mm;body width:252mm;no frets:24;overall body length:707mm ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Package Dimensions | 72 x 33.4 x 11.3 cm; 1.6 g | | Item model number | AM-380E | | Back Material | Mahogany | | Colour | *sunburst | | String Material | Stainless Steel | | Top Material | Spruce Top,Mahogany | | Number of Strings | 8 | | Country Produced In | china | | Battery Type | Alkaline | | Item Weight | 1.6 g | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ashbury - **Colour:** *sunburst - **Top material type:** Spruce Top,Mahogany - **Back material type:** Mahogany - **String material type:** Stainless Steel - **Instrument:** Mandolin - **Item weight:** 1.6 Grams - **Operation mode:** Acoustic - **Number of strings:** 8 - **Manufacturer:** Ashbury ## Images ![Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51JmtjK7ZgL.jpg) ![Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41T6nXQIMgL.jpg) ![Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51l3benRNcL.jpg) ![Ashbury AM-380E Mandolin - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51eqads3hoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ 3.0 out of 5 stars NOT a 380E, but if you are prepared to have some work done, a nice instrument for the price. *by M***G on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 December 2016* We went into a local shop and played the 380E which is a good-sounding traditionally scrolled bluegrass mandolin. We were impressed. We wanted one and found one on amazon (as we had Prime it was here the next day)Although the picture shows, and the description is of, an Ashbury 380E (GR31028) the product supplied is a GR31027 with an added pickup. By itself this is not a bad mandolin and the matt finish is nice: it plays well and sounds very nice. It is, however a different product from the one advertised and not one in the Ashbury range. If that were all it would get high marks as it compares very favourably on looks, price and functions and sound.But there is a really big drawback which is that the fingerboard has an extension on the A and E strings which was clearly meant to accommodate extra frets, as on the classic Gibson F5. However this is not fretted and is merely a lump of wood at the end of the fingerboard which interferes with playing. It is not a feature of any Ashbury Mandolin. It is, I think, made to look like a defretted and slightly scooped F-5.Many people have these removed or scooped (on this model it is ever so slightly scooped but not enough) even if they are fretted as only bats can hear the high notes they produce and it really gets in the way of playing most stuff. Or you can raise the action, which is pointless as this model has really good action - unless you like a high action..This suggests this is something else from the same factory in China, with Ashbury labelling. When playing electrically because of the piezo pickup, hitting the fingerboard extension with your pick produces quite a loud thump. It is less noticeable acoustically, but still audible. The sweet spot for picking is exactly where this extension is located.The action is good and the weight and balance are great.If it wasn't for the fretboard extension this would be a very nice instrument indeed, and probably preferable to the 380E if you are a traditional player as the finish and appearance are less 'electric'. When plugged in the sound is very good and better than a traditional magnetic pickup. It sounds better (to my ears, and more trad bluegrass) than the Ovation bowlback (even though the latter has a preamp) when plugged into a good amp.You can get a luthier to remove (best) or rescoop (OK) the fingerboard extension (people even do this on F-5s) - probably invalidating any guarantee - for about £30 and that makes it into a very nice instrument indeed. Another niggle is that the bridge adjustment screws are also proud of the bridge and will give you blisters, again this is an easy fix you can do yourself or get a luthier to do. So if you are willing to have the fingerboard modified, I'd say go for it at the price, (£212) but just make sure you know what you're getting. --- ## 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.co.uk/products/90749019-ashbury-am-380e-mandolin](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/90749019-ashbury-am-380e-mandolin) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*