In 2016, Breedlove Stringed Instruments will be suspending their production of U.S.A.-built mandolins. “We are currently in the process of restructuring our manufacturing layout to improve efficiencies and keep cost down,” said Miles Benefield, Production Manager. He continued, “The most important thing is that we are handcrafting high-quality instruments. To continue to do that the decision was made to suspend mandolin production.”
This does not mean that there are not going to be mandolins offered by Breedlove. “We are thrilled to be able to offer the new additions to the Crossover series launching at Winter NAMM,” said Tom Bedell, Breedlove Brand Manager. “We have been working very hard with our manufacturers designing Breedlove-style mandolins that fit within our building styles.” Breedlove will continue to expand its line of mandolins manufactured overseas with additional models launching at Summer NAMM. All selling between $499 and $999 MAP, all solid wood.