Gernandt Stringed Instruments

This custom flat top mandolin design utilizes the A-style body shape with slightly deeper sides and flat {non-carved) top and back plates It was inspired by Gernandt’s Irish Bouzoukis and is affectionately referred to as his “Baby Bouzouki”.This mandolin has a full open tone uniquely different from the carved arch-top models. The flat top mandolin has become popular with Irish and old-time musicians.

Gernandt also builds an Octave Mandolin with a flat top design. It is from the same mold as the Irish Bouzouki, but has a thinner body depth and a shorter scale length. For more details on this instrument, see the Irish Bouzouki page.