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At a glance
- Top
- Aged Swiss/Italian Spruce
- Back & sides
- 4A North American Maple
- Scale length
- 13-9/10" (353mm)
- Nut width
- 1-1/8"
What's included
- Acoustic Shoppe flatpicks, one in each gauge
- A thank-you card and seasonal stickers
- D'Addario Humidipak starter kit
- AcoustiCare Bluetooth humidity and temperature tracker
We add the Humidipak kit and the AcoustiCare tracker because this instrument ships under our Dread-Not Guarantee.
Gold Tone Grandmaster Mandolin Elite - Honey Amber Finish #8439
Choose your exact instrument
Most items ship within 24 hours. Any exception is noted on the listing.
At a glance
- Top
- Aged Swiss/Italian Spruce
- Back & sides
- 4A North American Maple
- Scale length
- 13-9/10" (353mm)
- Nut width
- 1-1/8"
What's included
- Acoustic Shoppe flatpicks, one in each gauge
- A thank-you card and seasonal stickers
- D'Addario Humidipak starter kit
- AcoustiCare Bluetooth humidity and temperature tracker
We add the Humidipak kit and the AcoustiCare tracker because this instrument ships under our Dread-Not Guarantee.
Why buy from The Acoustic Shoppe
- A twelve-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer (2015–2026)
- The #1 worldwide Eastman acoustic guitar dealer
- Every instrument ships after our 23-Point Professional Inspection
- 30-day in-home trial and a 1-year trade-in credit of up to 90% (pre-tax, less round-trip shipping)
Questions about this instrument?
Every one of us plays. Virtual demos available on request.

Description
Crafted for discerning mandolinists, the Grandmaster Mandolin Elite combines premium tonewoods with meticulous craftsmanship. The top features aged old-growth Swiss and Italian spruce, selected for its clarity, responsiveness, and dynamic projection. The back and sides are built from 4A North American maple, chosen for its tight grain, strength, and rich tonal warmth. The three-piece 4A North American maple neck adds stability and resonance, while the ebony fingerboard offers smooth playability and precise articulation.
The mandolin’s F-style body is finished in a hand-applied nitrocellulose lacquer, a thin yet durable coating that allows the instrument to breathe and resonate naturally, enhancing the depth and complexity of every note. Ivoriod binding highlights the body’s elegant contours, and the brass custom engraved tailpiece adds both aesthetic flair and tonal sustain. Nickel hardware and Gotoh tuners provide precise tuning stability, while the ebony bridge ensures balanced string response.
Every element of the Grandmaster Mandolin Elite, from its aged old-growth woods to its premium finishes, is designed to produce a rich, clear, and expressive tone that rewards both studio and stage performances. A high-quality protective case is included to preserve this exceptional instrument.
Specifications
Overview
- Style
- F-Style
- Model
- Grandmaster-Elite
- Condition
- Dread-Not Guarantee, New
- Top Wood
- Aged Swiss/Italian Spruce
- Back & Sides
- 4A North American Maple
- Scale Length
- 13-9/10" (353mm)
- Nut Width
- 1-1/8"
- Handedness
- Right-Handed
Body
- Top Wood
- Aged Swiss/Italian Spruce
- Back & Sides Wood
- 4A North American Maple
- Torrefied / Thermo-Cured
- Yes
Neck & Fingerboard
- Scale Length
- 13-9/10" (353mm)
- Nut Width
- 1-1/8"
Hardware & Electronics
- Tuning Machines
- Gotoh


