A Style

Visually striking. Tonally rich.

American warmth. Celtic edge. One balanced voice.

WHAT IT IS

This A style mandolin blends the best of two worlds: the warm, woody bass you’d expect from a traditional American bluegrass mandolin, and the clear, strong treble of a Celtic instrument. It’s handmade for players who want a balanced, musical response across the range.

WHY YOU NEED IT

Many mandolins lean one way or the other. Either too thick and muddy down low, or too brittle and sharp up top. This model gives you a rich low end without losing clarity in the highs. Whether you’re playing rhythm, melody, or crossing styles, it adapts.

WHAT YOU GET

A fully hand-built A style mandolin.
Warm bass and focused treble.
Premium tonewoods, hand-voiced for clarity.
A lifetime warranty.

HOW MUCH IT COSTS

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A Model mandolin front
A Model mandolin back

  • Material

    Soundboard – mature seasoned European spruce

    Back and sides – there are many options - mahogany, maple, figured mahogany, wenge, ziricote or figured bubinga.

    Neck - mahogany.

    Fretboard - fine Sri Lanka ebony or ancient bog oak.

    Bridge - rocklite ebano, ebony or maple.

  • Hardware

    Tuners - Gotoh 510

    Frets - hand polished Evo gold frets

    Nut and saddle - hand polished bone.

    Tailpiece - custom made, hand polished solid brass

  • Dimensions

    body width - 255mm
    body length - 325mm
    depth at tail - 50mm
    nut width -8st 34mm 10st 38mm
    scale length - 347mm