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Even with its simple appointments, the Gibson F-5G Mandolin is one gorgeous instrument. The bound scroll work meets Gibson's toughest standards, the same standards used on the F-5L with top-grade materials and impeccable craftsmanship. Carved spruce top and solid maple back and sides, extended ebony fretboard, and tuned parallel tone bar produce unsurpassed tone.
Gibson F-5G Mandolin Cremona Sunburst
Gibson F-5G Mandolin Cremona Sunburst
Gibson F-5G Mandolin Cremona Sunburst

Features

  • Carved solid spruce top
  • Carved solid maple back and sides
  • Extended ebony fretboard
  • Tuned parallel tone bar
  • Lacquer finish
  • Flowerpot headstock inlay
  • Triple top binding
  • Nickel-plated hardware

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  • Set the highest mark for all mandolin builders to follow.

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byPat

    fromSpotsylvania, Virginia

    This is by far the best playing mandolin I have ever seen. Tone quality is beyond anything you could imagine. Chops fantastic. Individual noting is beyound anything you could ever own. Im told everyday that this mandolin has sound above all others. I have played Ferns and Master gibson that simply will not stack up against this superior instrument. The ease of playing, fret work and neck spead is ranks above all others The Gibson F5 G mandolin sets the standard for all others to follow. Im a experienced to Professional Mandolin player and it is a pure pleasure to own the F5 G Gibson.

  • Cremona Creampuff

    5

    submitted18 years ago

    byRobert Schlotter

    fromGreenwood, IN

    This mandolin is sure one sweet instrument. As advertised it does not have all the fancy inlays, but it sure has the famous Gibson sound. It feels great right out the case. I had a F-9 Gibson whick was great also, but wanted to graduate up to a nicer mandolin. It feels, looks, plays and sounds awesome, can't ask for a better mandolin at this price. The price is alittle high, but it sure is worth the price once you have one. It brings nothing but joy to your eyes and most importantly your ears. I highly recommend buying this mandolin if you are able, you surely won't regret it.

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byLeo

    fromSchenectay, NY

    Expensive mandolins are typially "set-up" by a luthier. How is this mandolin prepared before delivery, and where would one go if changes were desired in the set up (e.g. the action)

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    This is a hand build, built and set up by a single luthier. It will play like butter. If you want a modification you would of course need to take it to qualified tech.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byMichele

    fromNorth Texas

    This is pictured in the case. I'm thinking it's shipped in the case. Is this correct?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It doesn't. An order can be set up with special handling instructions. Please give us a call as to better provide the information you need. 877 687 5403

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byCraig

    fromNebraska

    Does it have a pickup system built in? I'm thinking it doesn't but I wanted to ask. Also, I have a Gibson f9. It's pretty good but the tuning pegs are hard to control. One string, in particular, is either sharp or flat. How is this mandolin with the tuning? I'm kind of craving a better mandolin.

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This does not have a pickup in it. It will hold its tune well - Gibson has put good tuners on this model