The raffle will be drawn on Sunday, 15 November 2026 at the Mountaingrass Festival.

You don't have to be there to win a prize!

Mountaingrass Raffle 2026

Listen to the beautiful sound of this instrument here 

on YouTube being played by Heath Joyce

First prize:  Ray Black Custom Mandolin A5-108

Value $3445

Built by Ray Black in his workshop in Victoria.

This mandolin has a top of Alaskan Sitka Spruce. 

The back, neck and sides are Fiddleback Blackwood sourced from the Otway Ranges (Victoria).

The bridge and fretboard are of African Ebony.
The tuners are Gotoh, tailpiece by RB and strings DR Mediums.
The mandolin is finished in 60% gloss lacquer and comes in a custom fiberglass case.

Value: $503
* 3-pack of XS premium acoustic strings ($105.99 RRP)
* Nexxus 360 rechargeable headstock tuner ($59.99 RRP)

* Leather strap ($59.99 RRP)
* Pick assortment ($8.99 RRP)
* Artist capo ($59.99)
* Pro winder ($29.99 RRP)
* Instrument care essentials ($57.99 RRP)
* String change mat ($59.99 RRP)
* Universal neck rest ($39.99 RRP)
* Bridge pin puller ($19.99 RRP)

Second Prize:  D'Addario Instrument Accessory and Maintenance Pack

Value: $249

A set of wireless headphones from audio-technica with digital hybrid noise-cancelling technology.
These wireless headphones are where technology meets comfort, style and convenience with an unparalleled audio experience. With many advanced features to customize your sound space no matter where you are.

Third Prize: Audio-Technica 

Wireless Headphones

Fourth Prize: Jan Dale Southern Style 12 CD set

Value: $240

A box of 12 new CDs selected by Jan Dale, the presenter of 'Southern Style: Bluegrass and Old Time' on PBS-106.7 FM at 11am to 1pm Wednesdays. This is an excellent cross-section of bluegrass and old-time music.

Value: $165

Custom-made banjo picks, home-made beef jerky, and a delicious cake.
Made and donated by Gerald Pink. 

(Note:  Winners of the cake will need to be present at the festival or have a trusted friend there to collect the cake for them.)

We are very grateful to all of our very generous raffle prize donors: Ray Black Luthier, D'Addario, Audio Technica, Jan Dale Southern Style show and Gerald Pink.