Gold Tone Grandmaster Elite Old Swiss/Italian Spruce Top 8-String Mandolin w/Hard Case

Crafted for discerning mandolinists, the Grand Master Mandolin Elite combines premium tonewoods with meticulous craftsmanship. The top features are aged, old-growth Swiss and Italian spruce, selected for their clarity, responsiveness, and dynamic projection. The back and sides are built from 4A North American maple, chosen for its tight grain, strength, and rich tonal warmth. The three-piece 4A North American maple neck adds stability and resonance, while the ebony fingerboard offers smooth playability and precise articulation.

The mandolin’s F-style body is finished in a hand-applied amber/burst/Icelandic nitrocellulose lacquer, a thin yet durable coating that allows the instrument to breathe and resonate naturally, enhancing the depth and complexity of every note. Ivoriod binding highlights the body’s elegant contours, and the brass custom-engraved tailpiece adds both aesthetic flair and tonal sustain. Nickel hardware and Gotoh tuners provide precise tuning stability, while the ebony bridge ensures balanced string response.

Every element of the Grand Master Mandolin Elite, from its aged old-growth woods to its premium finishes, is designed to produce a rich, clear, and expressive tone that rewards both studio and stage performances. A high-quality protective case is included to preserve this exceptional instrument.

Specifications:

Headstock

• Buttons: Black.
• Nut Width: 1-1/8" (28.37 mm).
• Tuners: Gotoh.

Neck

• Fingerboard: Ebony.
• Frets: 20.
• Inlay: MOP Inlay.
• Material: 4A North American Maple, 3-Piece.
• Truss Rod: Two-Way.

Body

• Back & Sides: 4A North American Maple.
• Binding: Ivoroid.
• Bridge: Ebony.
• Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Amber.
• Hardware: Nickel.
• Tailpiece: Brass, Custom Engraved "The Gold".
• Top: Old Swiss/Italian Spruce.

Dimensions

• Scale Length: 13-9/10" (353 mm).

Other

• Pickups: None.
• Case: Included.