Eastman MD915-BD Adirondack/Flamed Maple Blonde F-style Mandolin #5819

The Eastman MD915 is one of those mandolins that feels dialed in the moment you pick it up. Built with a solid Adirondack spruce top and highly flamed maple back and sides, it leans into that classic F-style recipe that players expect for bluegrass and traditional styles. The vintage gloss finish, tortoise binding, and abalone flowerpot headstock inlay give it a refined, high-end look without feeling overdone. It has a quick, punchy response that really suits ensemble playing. Adirondack spruce gives you a strong, immediate attack, while the maple body keeps everything tight and focused. Chords have a clean, percussive chop that sits well in a mix, and single notes come through with clarity and definition. There is enough projection here to hold its own in a jam, but it still keeps a nice balance across the strings. The feel is comfortable and familiar for mandolin players. A 13 7/8 inch scale length, 1 3/32 inch nut width, and radiused ebony fingerboard make it easy to move around the neck. The adjustable compensated ebony bridge allows for precise setup, and Gotoh tuners keep things stable. With its solid build, classic tone, and clean aesthetic, the MD915 is a dependable F-style mandolin for players who want a traditional sound with modern consistency. SPECS Neck Material: Maple Fingerboard: Ebony Fingerboard Radius: 12" Nut: Bone 1 3/32" Fretwire: 23 Jescar FW37053 Scale Length: 13 7/8" Body Style: F-Style With F-Holes Body Dimensions: 26 11/16" X 10" X 1 7/8" Body Top: Solid Adirondack Spruce Body Back And Sides: Solid Highly Flamed Maple Truss Rod: Single Acting Binding: Top Back Fingerboard And Headstock Binding Material: Tortoise Logo: Abalone Headstock Flower Pot Inlay: Abalone Dots Rosette: None Side Dot Color: Black Body Finish: Vintage Gloss Neck And Headstock Finish: Vintage Gloss Hardware Color: Nickel Pickguard: None Tailpiece: Eastman Cast Aluminum Tailpiece Bridge: Adjustable Compensated Ebony Bridge String Spacing: 1 5/8" Nut Height: .018" Tuners: Gotoh MF40R-MP-NI Strap Peg: Ebony Strings: D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze 1140 Action Height: 0.060" / 0.050" Case: Hardshell Case Why Choose The Acoustic Shoppe? When you choose to purchase from us, you're not just making a transaction; you're investing in an exceptional experience. As a small business, and an authorized acoustic instrument dealer, we take immense pride in going the extra mile for our customers. We handle warranty concerns on your behalf, provide in-depth brand reviews, offer virtual consultations, and share high-quality content, featuring photos and videos of our products. Our dedicated team, all passionate musicians, deeply understands the significance of finding the perfect instrument. With on-site instrument inspections by our skilled repair tech, personalized recommendations, and a sincere commitment to grasping your unique needs, we ensure that each purchase is the perfect match between instrument and musician. Our focus is on quality and customer satisfaction, not just sales numbers. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. We're proud to have been voted NAMM Top 100 Dealer for over a decade, a testament to our commitment to excellence in the music industry. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. Choose us for an extraordinary shopping experience where we know you by name, and every purchase is driven by our love for music and our dedication to serving our valued customers.