What is the pitch range for a mandolin?

The standard pitch range of a mandolin is from G3 (the third G note above middle C) to E6 (the second E note above middle C).

This range can vary depending on the type of mandolin and the tuning used. For example, some mandolins may be tuned in fifths (like a violin), which would extend the range up to A6. Alternatively, some mandolins may be tuned in fourths, which would lower the range down to F#3.

The most common tuning for a mandolin is GDAE (low to high), which is the same as the tuning of the four highest strings of a violin. This tuning allows for a wide variety of musical styles, from classical to bluegrass.