Ibanez M522S Mandolin
- F-style full size mandolin
- Spruce top, flamed maple back and sides
- Mahogany neck, rosewood fretboard and bridge
- Gold die-cast tuners with pearloid knobs
- 8 strings, standard mandolin strings
- Brown sunburst high gloss finish
- 1 year limited warranty
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An F-style mandolin for working players with a spruce top, flamed maple back and rosewood fretboard. Hard case and accessories are not included, and care steps are not listed.
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ASIN: B000T4OB6GModel: M522SBSCategory: Mandolins
Overview
Ibanez builds this F-style mandolin in the spirit of its earlier acclaimed models from decades back. It has a mahogany neck, pearl block inlay and a rosewood bridge and fretboard. The finish is high gloss brown sunburst.
The reason to buy is traditional F-style construction with hardware such as gold die-cast tuners. The limit is that the listing omits a case, weight detail and care guidance, and its material fields conflict.
Who it's for
Players moving into mandolin or adding an F-style to a collection will like the traditional build. Buyers who need a case, left-handed layout or documented upkeep should check elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- F-style mandolin body
- Spruce top with maple back
- Rosewood fretboard and bridge
- Gold die-cast tuners
- Case not included
- Material fields conflict
- Care steps not listed
Performance notes
A spruce top and a maple back give the traditional F-style sound, with the rosewood fretboard and bridge shaping the response. Eight standard mandolin strings are fitted. The listing gives no sound description beyond construction.
Where it stands among mandolins
- #6 most-searched brand and model of the 8 mandolins lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 mandolins we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Ibanez |
|---|---|
| Model | M522SBS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Full size |
| Hand orientation | Right |
| Dimensions | 30.1 x 12.9 x 4.2 inches |
| Weight | 3.6 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top | Spruce |
| Back and sides | Flamed maple |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fretboard and bridge | Rosewood |
| Strings | Alloy steel |
| Finish | High gloss brown sunburst |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | 1 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Instrument | Mandolin, F-style |
| Strings | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I care for the high gloss finish on the Ibanez M522S?
The listing gives no care instructions. Check with Ibanez for guidance on cleaning.
Is the Ibanez M522S left-handed?
No. The hand orientation is listed as right.
Does the Ibanez M522S come with a case?
The included components field says not included.
How many strings does the M522S have?
The listing says 8.