Our friends at Northfield Mandolin never fail to delight and this Artist Series F5 with Italian spruce speaks volumes about why Northfield is such an influential force in the mandolin world. Developed in conjunction with the great Mike Marshall, the Northfield Artist mandolins are produced in limited numbers and feature unique bracing patterns to maximize the sonic potential of each given set of wood. This particular instrument is a 5-bar mandolin, voiced for a complex series of harmonics, maximum low-end responsiveness and omnidirectional projection. It's topped with a premium Italian spruce top for maximum volume and headroom. And check out that amazing headstock inlay!