＊Here's the performance video: https://youtube.com/shorts/Dj4jdU_vVAk?si=7KDdD7JYlGrB7Egd Hatta Works, based in Inabe City, Mie Prefecture, produces high-quality flat mandolins and ukuleles by Atsushi Hatta. This instrument is an A4 style flat mandolin unveiled at the 2025 Sound Messe. The body, with its incredibly simple design and beautiful cherry sunburst finish reminiscent of a Les Paul, is a testament to Mr. Hatta's exceptional painting skills. In A-style mandolins, oval soundholes are typically surrounded by a thick rosette, but this instrument features a "super simple modern" design with no rosette, just maple binding on the inside of the oval hole. Furthermore, while the fingerboard of a typical A-style mandolin usually extends to the soundhole like a ukulele, this one has a space between the fingerboard end and the body, similar to an F-style mandolin. This creates a three-dimensional shadow, giving it a more modern feel. The use of Adirondack spruce for the top, maple for the sides and back, and a beautiful maple neck are also noteworthy. In addition, the original inlay on the headstock and the elaborate craftsmanship are unique to Mr. Hatta. The frets, which are EVO gold, are the same as those used in handmade guitars and high-end ukuleles, resulting in a very clear and three-dimensional, modern sound. Flat mandolins are often associated with bluegrass, country, and Irish music, but with an instrument like this, you can enjoy playing in any genre. This is a masterpiece, the latest A-type model crafted with all the passion of the up-and-coming luthier, Atsushi Hatta. It's a stylish piece with a simple oval soundhole design. Body: A Type Top: Adirondack Spruce Side&Back: Maple Neck: Maple(V-Shape) Finger Board: Ebony Bridge: Brazilian Rozewood Neck Width At Nut: 29mm Scale Length: 352mm Tuning Machine: SCHALLER Case: Hard Case