Bandolin
An Ecuadorian bandolin | |
| String instrument | |
|---|---|
| Classification | Composite chordophone |
| Hornbostel–Sachs classification | 321.322 (necked box lute) |
| Developed | Ecuador |
| Related instruments | |
| Bandola, Bandurria, Laúd, Mandolin, Mandola | |
The bandolin is a 15-stringed musical instrument in Ecuador. It is used as a rhythm and melody instrument in the Andean region of Ecuador during festivals where dancing and music are involved. It has a flat back and 15 strings in triple courses.