--- product_id: 79240280 title: "Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with ProTour Gig Bag – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, Santos Rosewood Fingerboard" brand: "trinity college" price: "KD 448.82" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Trinity College" url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-protour store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Solid Sitka Spruce top for bright tone 8-string Alloy Steel strings Maple back & sides for crisp resonance Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with ProTour Gig Bag – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, Santos Rosewood Fingerboard **Brand:** trinity college **Price:** KD 448.82 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Own the Celtic stage with every strum — sound legendary, look iconic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Trinity College TM-325B Standard Celtic Octave Mandolin with ProTour Gig Bag – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, Santos Rosewood Fingerboard by trinity college - **How much does it cost?** KD 448.82 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-protour) ## 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 - • **Speedy Playability:** Slim mahogany neck ensures fast, smooth action and long-term stability for effortless performance. - • **Ready-to-Go Protection:** Includes deluxe ProTour gig bag with Trinity College logo for stylish, secure transport. - • **Bell-Bright Celtic Tone:** Solid Sitka spruce top delivers signature clarity and projection for authentic Celtic vibes. - • **Rich Resonance & Warmth:** Maple back and sides create crisp highs and warm midrange for dynamic musical expression. - • **Silky Smooth Fingerboard:** Santos rosewood fingerboard offers luxurious feel for fluid finger movement and precision. ## Overview The Trinity College TM-325B Octave Mandolin combines a solid Sitka spruce top with maple back and sides to produce a bright, balanced sound ideal for Celtic and diverse musical styles. Featuring a slim mahogany neck and smooth Santos rosewood fingerboard, it offers fast, comfortable playability. The elegant abalone Celtic inlay and included ProTour gig bag complete a professional package designed for musicians seeking authentic tone and reliable portability. ## Description Trinity College mandolins are designed for traditional Celtic music, though they are used in a wide variety of other styles, too. The traditionally styled body of the TM-325B Octave Mandolin, with black top, is complimented by an elegant peghead with the modern Trinity College logo. Its rich, mellow tone and great projection will surprise you! Review: Non existent customer service from the manufacturer/importer. If I could give no stars I would. - The product arrived with playability issues due to the bridge being to low. This appeared to be due to pronounced deflection (sinking) of the top around the bridge due to downward pressure when the instrument is tuned to pitch. The top and possibly the top bracing appeared to be inadequate to support the force on the bridge due to string tension when tuned to pitch. I feared the top could crack at any time. Much more disturbing was the fact that manufacture/importer of the instrument provided zero customer support for the instrument which I had less than 2 months. I would not recommend purchasing this or other instruments from this manufacturer/importer. Review: Great instrument. - 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, desertcart will over package it for safe shipping and send it to you on time. ## Features - BRIGHT & DISTINCTIVE: Solid Sitka spruce top with round soundhole delivers a bell-bright attack and signature Celtic tone. - CRISP & RESONANT: Solid maple back and sides produce crisp high notes and warm, resonant midrange tones for rich musical expression. - FAST & STABLE: Slim mahogany neck ensures fast, easy action and long-lasting stability. - SMOOTH & COMFORTABLE: Santos rosewood fingerboard provides silky smooth playability for effortless finger movement. - ELEGANT & TRADITIONAL: Abalone Celtic design peghead inlay adds a refined, traditional aesthetic. - PROTECTION INCLUDED: Deluxe ProTour gig bag with Trinity College logo included - 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 feel - To learn more, please see our Product Description below ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001V5JIOW | | Back Material Type | Maple | | Best Sellers Rank | #134,783 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #84 in Mandolins (Musical Instruments) | | Body Material Type | Maple | | Brand | Trinity College | | Brand Name | Trinity College | | Color | Black Top | | Connector Type | 1/4" Jack | | Customer Reviews | 3.2 out of 5 stars 39 Reviews | | Finish Type | Polished | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00688382008083 | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Included Components | Hardshell case, Gig bag | | Instrument | Mandolin | | Item Dimensions | 33 x 13.5 x 3.5 inches | | Item Type Name | Mandolin | | Item Weight | 3.3 Pounds | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 33 x 13.5 x 3.5 inches | | Manufacturer | Trinity College | | Manufacturer Part Number | TM-325B | | Material Type | Sitka Spruce, Maple, Mahogany, Santos Rosewood | | Model Name | TM-325B | | Model Number | TM-325B | | Number of Strings | 8 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Sound Profile | Balanced with High and Mid Emphasis | | String Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Top Material Type | Spruce | | UPC | 688382008083 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Limited 1 year. | ## 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 ProTour Gig Bag – Black Top, Solid Sitka Spruce, Maple Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, Santos 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 ### ⭐ Non existent customer service from the manufacturer/importer. If I could give no stars I would. *by C***T on September 27, 2025* The product arrived with playability issues due to the bridge being to low. This appeared to be due to pronounced deflection (sinking) of the top around the bridge due to downward pressure when the instrument is tuned to pitch. The top and possibly the top bracing appeared to be inadequate to support the force on the bridge due to string tension when tuned to pitch. I feared the top could crack at any time. Much more disturbing was the fact that manufacture/importer of the instrument provided zero customer support for the instrument which I had less than 2 months. I would not recommend purchasing this or other instruments from this manufacturer/importer. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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. --- ## 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.com.kw/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-protour](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/79240280-trinity-college-tm-325b-standard-celtic-octave-mandolin-with-protour) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*