The Gibson F-style mandolin is the gold standard. After all, the Gibson company invented the F-style mandolin. I’d go as far as to say that, without Gibson, the mandolin would be an obscure instrument with very few modern adherents.
But thankfully, history played itself out in a favorable way, and mandolin players are not only still going strong, but their numbers are increasing as more and more people recognize the merits of this wonderful instrument.
Gibson mandolins are top of the line
If you want the highest quality instrument and you’re not willing to pay a luthier to craft you a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, you really have no other choice but Gibson. However, quality comes dear. Gibson F-style mandolins cost thousands of dollars, so only serious buyers need apply.
