Barnes & Mullins Abbott Flat Back Mandolin

Based upon a recently discovered Barnes & Mullins 'Abbott' mandolin from the early 20th century, the BM400 can be described as a folk-style instrument with its round soundhole and flat-top and flat-back design and overhanging fingerboard.

Why should I buy an A-Style mandolin?

A-style mandolins feature a tear drop or pear-shaped body with the upper sections of the body curving into the neck.

Although sharing very similar sound and playability characteristics with F-style mandolins, it's worth considering that given their smaller body design, A-style mandolins can feel more compact and therefore easier to handle and get to grips with if you're a beginner who's just setting out on your mandolin playing journey.

Common Mandolin tunings

G, D, A, E – Standard mandolin tuning
G, D, A, D
A, D, A, E