Joao Batista BESP Mandolin (2001)

Built in Brazil, this bandolim by Joao Batista is a mandolin-family instrument in standard GDAE tuning. Features include a solid wood body of spruce top and Brazilian rosewood back and sides. It has a mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard, and solid bone bridge. Appointments include a fancy rosette and herringbone purflings. Metal-reinforced hard shell case. Handcrafted in Brazil.