Mandolins

Designed for players who demand both subtlety and power, the ISI Mandolin brings our signature bowed-instrument craftsmanship to the mandolin family.

Each instrument is carved with precision—using the same plate-graduation, tone-bar voicing, and air-chamber tuning techniques that define ISI violins and cellos—to deliver exceptional nuance at amplified volumes without sacrificing acoustic warmth.

Available in all standard mandolin scale lengths and your choice of 8- or 10-string configurations, each ISI Mandolin features a hand-carved spruce top paired with back and sides in maple, rosewood, or walnut. Every instrument carries a lifetime warranty. Contact ISI for current pricing.

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Florentine Mandolin

ISI 5-course Florentine octave mandolin

This 2017 ISI 5-course Florentine octave mandolin is a standout example of ISI craftsmanship. Built with a spruce top and koa back and sides, it features ivoroid binding, Waverly tuning machines, and a 25” scale length with a 1 11/16” nut width. The instrument has an expressive voice, with deep, resonant basses and clear, responsive highs—especially well-suited to picking.

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The Mandocello

Custom design for Jim Walsh

Built for Jim Walsh, this A-style Mandocello features Sitka spruce paired with red maple for a striking look and exceptional sound. It delivers a clear, open tone with powerful low-end punch and impressive sustain. With its clean, understated appointments, it has a timeless, classic aesthetic.