Mandoline cordes nylon – Nylon strung mandolin
The latest instrument just finished in the Justecordes workshop is a little different. This new mandolin has 4 nylon strings and has been built more lightly than a conventional mandolin (with 8 steel strings) so is much more responsive to the lower string tension.
This results in a warm sound with plenty of dynamic range so it’s particularly suited for celtic or old time music but could be used in almost any situation (maybe not a bluegrass jam though !)
It’s built from solid French walnut with maple binding and a rosewood fretboard and bridge
