Everybody has to start somewhere--and every beginning mandolin player is fortunate to be able to afford the finest entry-level mandolin ever made--the Rover RM-25S! This price-leading top-selling starter instrument has a solid spruce top--just like the expensive models. The sides and back are maple and the elevated 20-fret fingerboard is set above the top to allow more top vibration. The beautiful high-gloss sunburst finish on the top immediately catches the eye--but this fine instrument only LOOKS expensive! It s priced easily within range of any student--or player of another instrument who is ready to try the mandolin. You just can t lose with a sterling value like the RM-25S from Rover!