F-Style Breedlove Mandolins

It's no wonder why so many professional mandolinists prefer F-style models: their decorative, high-end appointments and elegant scroll work make them a treat on the eyes as much as their soaring tone does on the ears. It's also no surprise that pro-level players prefer Breedlove F-style mandolins - in fact, many experienced players agree that Breedlove constructs the best F-style mandolins on the market. Just take a look at the beautiful works of art in this section and you'll agree that this is definitely the place to be for a new F-style mandolin.

Any one of Breedlove's F-style mandolins would delight veterans of the instrument, but the right one for you will depend on your own personal tastes. For example, if you're searching for a mandolin that combines traditional construction with modern aesthetics, the Premier FF Mandolin will be sure to impress you. The punchy sound and throaty voice of this mandolin resonate loudly from the F-holes in the Sitka spruce top. Its back and side woods are crafted from Western maple and the big-leaf maple neck is topped with an ebony fretboard. The Premier FF is a perfect reflection of the golden-era of mandolins, but there's no denying that Breedlove's forward-thinking is firmly intact.

Now for all you bluegrass enthusiasts who want a mandolin that cuts through any live stage mix, go with the Legacy FO Mandolin. What you here is a revived design inspired by Kim Breedlove herself. It's constructed from first-class tonewoods and boasts gold hardware, black binding on the body top, back and neck to accentuate its curves and it's covered with a red toner full-gloss finish. To ensure every chord and note you hit is heard clearly, the Legacy FO is equipped with a K&K Twin Internal electronics system, so you can bet that your skills will be realized by everyone in attendance.

By now you've probably realized that Breedlove is definitely the name to go with if you're in the market for a new F-style mandolin. A leader in the manufacture of stringed instruments since 1990, Breedlove's team of passionate luthiers are proud of every mandolin that leaves their factory. Give one of these Breedlove F-style mandolins a shot and experience for yourself what makes their instruments so popular.