Mandolin

A mandolin is a musical instrument in the string family, similar in appearance to a small violin but with a flat, teardrop-shaped body and four pairs of metal strings. It is played by plucking or strumming the strings with a pick, producing bright, high-pitched tones. The mandolin is often used in genres like folk, bluegrass, and classical music, and its sound is characterized by its crisp, ringing quality. Musicians press the strings against the fretboard to change the notes and create melodies, making the mandolin both a melodic and rhythmic instrument.