The Raven  - Pre-Orders Now Available

The Raven is a new Kettler Mandolins design that brings its own unique new look and sound. The deep, dark colors and the new shapes of the scroll and fretboard extension all evoke the instrument’s namesake bird. Raven mandolins are now available for pre-order using the listing below.

With its sound holes moved toward the upper part of the top and a new bracing pattern, the instrument has a richer, more vibrant bass without losing the characteristic volume and sustain Kettler Mandolins are valued for.

The design also features two sound ports on the side, giving the player a more direct, intimate interaction with the instrument as they play.

The Raven features a top of fine grained, quartersawn Adirondack spruce or ecologically harvested old growth Sitka spruce. Backs, necks and sides are select maple with distinctive flame or quilted figuring. The necks are reinforced with carbon fiber, ensuring they stay straight. Headstock veneers are ebony or rosewood unless otherwise noted, and inlays are hand cut mother-of-pearl. Tailpieces are cast unplated bronze, unless otherwise noted.

Tops, backs and tone bars are hand carved and individually tuned. Finally, the instrument is “voiced” by tuning the air chamber via the f-holes once it’s assembled. Each step combines to bring out the best tone, volume, and sustain in each mandolin.

The price includes credit card fees. Shipping costs vary depending on your location.

If you’re interested in a custom mandolin, pre-orders are now available from the listing below.