This is a rare and captivating 5-string mandocello, handcrafted by the luthiers at Dammann Instruments in central Virginia. Dammann is known for sourcing local Appalachian woods and for their meticulous, custom-build quality, and this instrument is a prime example of their craft. The mandocello features an uncommon but sonically rich pairing of a solid cedar top with honey locus back and sides, a wood from the acacia family. The cedar top provides warmth, responsiveness, and a complex overtone structure ideal for a lighter touch, while the honey locus contributes brightness, clarity, and powerful projection akin to koa or maple. 
 
The result is a uniquely luscious and articulate voice that is both rich and clear. The 5-string configuration extends the traditional C-G-D-A mandocello range, offering expanded melodic and harmonic possibilities for the adventurous player. For anyone seeking a unique, luthier-built instrument to add a new texture to their music, this Dammann mandocello is an inspiring choice.