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Ibanez M510 A-Style Mandolin in Dark Violin Sunburst
A versatile Ibanez mandolin suited to acoustic playing, folk styles and songwriting.
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SKU: M510-DVS
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Product Description
The Ibanez M510-DVS is a classic A-style mandolin finished in a stunning Dark Violin Sunburst, perfect for players stepping into the world of folk, bluegrass and traditional music. Compact, comfortable and easy to play, it delivers a bright, lively tone that cuts through an acoustic mix, whether you are jamming at home, rehearsing with a band or taking your first steps on stage.
With its spruce top and mahogany back and sides, the M510-DVS offers a clear, articulate voice with plenty of warmth and projection. Ibanez have paired this with a smooth-playing neck and a comfortable flat fingerboard, making it an inviting instrument for guitarists crossing over to mandolin as well as complete beginners.
Thoughtful hardware choices help keep tuning stable and intonation accurate, so you can focus on playing rather than constant adjustments. The traditional A-style body and elegant Dark Violin Sunburst finish give the M510-DVS a timeless look that will sit just as happily in a folk club as it will in a contemporary acoustic line-up.
Affordable, reliable and inspiring to play, the Ibanez M510-DVS is a superb entry into the mandolin world, offering the feel and sound you need to grow as a musician without getting in the way of your creativity.
Classic A-Style Design
The traditional A-style body of the M510-DVS gives you a familiar, comfortable feel and a focused, punchy sound that works brilliantly for melody lines and rhythm chops alike. Its compact shape makes it easy to hold and play for long sessions, ideal for learners and experienced players who need a dependable workhorse.
Spruce Top for Bright, Clear Tone
A spruce top provides the crisp attack and clarity that mandolins are known for, helping your notes cut through in an ensemble. Whether you are playing fast bluegrass runs or gentle folk melodies, the responsive top rewards a light touch and brings out the detail in your playing.
Mahogany Back and Sides
Mahogany back and sides add warmth and depth to the naturally bright mandolin voice, giving chords a fuller body and single notes a pleasing richness. This balanced tonal character makes the M510-DVS versatile enough for a wide range of acoustic styles.
Comfortable Neck and Playable Fingerboard
The neck profile and flat fingerboard are designed to feel approachable, especially for players coming from guitar. Fretting chords and melodic lines feels natural and controlled, helping you build technique quickly and enjoyably.
Features
- Traditional A-Style Body - The classic A-style shape offers a focused, projecting tone and a comfortable feel against the body, making it ideal for long practice sessions and live playing in folk, bluegrass and acoustic settings.
- Spruce Top with Mahogany Back and Sides - This proven tonewood pairing delivers a bright, articulate top end supported by warm, rounded lows, giving you a balanced sound that works well for both lead and rhythm parts.
- Smooth, Easy-Playing Neck - A comfortable neck profile and accessible fingerboard help reduce hand fatigue and make chord shapes and fast runs easier to execute, perfect for beginners and progressing players.
- Dark Violin Sunburst Finish - The elegant Dark Violin Sunburst finish gives the mandolin a classic, vintage-inspired appearance that looks as good on stage as it does on a stand at home.
Specifications
Body
- Body Shape: A-Style Mandolin
- Top: Spruce
- Back: Mahogany
- Sides: Mahogany
- Colour: Dark Violin Sunburst (DVS)
- Finish: Gloss
Neck
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 350 mm
- Frets: 20
- Inlays: Dot
Hardware
- Bridge: Rosewood, Adjustable
- Tailpiece: Mandolin Tailpiece
- Tuners: Open-Gear Tuners
- Hardware Colour: Chrome
