The Gibson 1914 F-4 Mandolin – A Masterpiece of Virtuosity (Blender Model). Bring the warm sound and elegant aesthetics of an icon of music history to life with this detailed and high-quality 3D model of the 1914 Gibson F-4 Mandolin. This virtual instrument captures the essence of an era when craftsmanship and musical expression went hand in hand. This meticulously created Blender model is based on an authentic Gibson F-4 Mandolin with serial number #19493 and FON 2233 (serial number dated 1914, FON dated 1915) and offers an impressive level of detail suitable for both realistic renderings and detailed visualizations. Technical details and special features: Flexible strap: The strap included in the model was realized with a thoughtful approach. A single strap segment is guided along a specially created "strap guiding curve" using an array modifier. Thanks to the start and end caps, the strap can be easily and intuitively adapted to different scenes and poses. Intelligent sunburn effect: The wood's characteristic sunburn effect is innovatively controlled via attributes and vertex colors. This allows for seamless exchange and easy recoloring of the high-quality wood materials (all in 4K resolution) without the need to edit the sunburn separately. These flexible wood materials are pure and can therefore be easily reused in other projects. High-quality materials: An attractive ebony material was used for the fingerboard, the quality of which is worth considering for your own material libraries. Focus on reusability: Although the level of detail and high-quality 4K materials may result in a higher memory load, great emphasis was placed on the reusability of the individual material components during the creation of the model to provide long-term benefits for your future projects. This Blender model of the Gibson F-4 mandolin is not only a visual highlight, but also a testament to meticulous digital craftsmanship. It offers you the opportunity to bring historical instruments to life in your 3D scenes and add a touch of nostalgia and elegance to your projects. I hope you enjoy the Blender model and may your scenes be a success!