2026 Double Top Mandola $3300
For a short time, I’m covering all tariffs and offering free shipping to the United States, so it’s a great moment to order
A double‑top soundboard is a contemporary construction method that produces a top that is both lighter and more rigid. It’s made from two thin layers of tonewood with a core in between—most commonly Nomex, a lightweight carbon‑fiber honeycomb.
For a warmer, more natural tonal character, the Nomex can be replaced with a balsa‑wood core, which is the approach I use.
This design results in a soundboard that is exceptionally responsive and vibrant, offering greater projection and overall volume.
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This is one of the first prototypes of this model.
Hand Made in Canada January 2026.
Flamed Maple back and sides.
Double Top - Red Western Cedar and Engelmann Spruce with Balsa sandwiched
Ebony Compounded radius 6.5” - 13” fingerboard
Maple inlay and MOP markers.
Ebony with bone saddle bridge.
Scale length - 404 mm (16”)
Two-way adjustable truss rod.
Ebano bindings
Ebony armrest and pickguard
Shipped with a solid fiberglass case.
1:18 Taiwanese tuning machines.
0 fret nut 32 mm.
French Polish shellac finish.
Soundtracks of the actual instrument.
Additional videos of this model can be found in my YouTube channel
