Want to get into mandolin? The Washburn M1S mandolin is an affordable instrument to help get you started. The "A"-style M1S mandolin is part of Washburn Americana Series and has a solid carved European Spruce top and maple back and sides for bright sound and great projection. This mandolin delivers excellent playability and well-rounded tones which are key for a beginner's instrument. Washburn's M1S mandolin is the ideal starting instrument for any musician. Washburn has been building mandolins since the late 1800s. Whether you're a bluegrass, Celtic or rock player, see how the addition of a mandolin can broaden your sonic pallet and add a new dimension to your music. For traditionalists, you'll find all the tone & projection you'd expect from our world class instruments.