The Ibanez M522S is a step-up mandolin that brings classic F-style looks together with solid tonewoods and a clean, articulate voice. If you’re after that traditional bluegrass chop or want something with a bit more projection and visual presence, this one delivers.
With a solid Sitka spruce top and flamed maple back and sides, the M522S offers the kind of clarity and snap that cuts through a mix without getting harsh.
This is the kind of mandolin that feels right at home in bluegrass, folk, and Americana settings. The solid top gives you more responsiveness compared to laminate builds, while the maple body keeps everything tight and focused.
The F-style body not only looks the part—it also helps with projection and presence when you're playing with others.
The maple neck and flat purpleheart fretboard give you a familiar feel, whether you’re coming from guitar or already a mandolin player. It’s easy to navigate and holds tuning well thanks to quality hardware.
We’re a small-town shop that works with musicians every day. Every instrument gets looked over before it ships, so it arrives ready to play—that’s part of the Roxy Music Promise.
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