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Sam Bush Knows.
With the right equipment, progressive Bluegrass pioneer Sam Bush managed to do more than master the mandolin. He redefined it.
Sam’s String: Mandolin Monel
“The Monel strings that I partnered with D'Addario to develop are, quite simply, the best.”
Micro Headstock Tuner
D’Addario's Micro Headstock Tuner gives Sam rapid fire precision without the bulk, keeping his mandolin dialed in for every gig.
About Sam Bush
A pioneer of progressive bluegrass, Sam Bush is widely regarded as the “Father of Newgrass.” His career began with the legendary New Grass Revival, where he redefined bluegrass by incorporating rock, jazz, and funk elements. An extraordinary mandolinist and fiddler, Bush has played alongside icons like Emmylou Harris, Béla Fleck, and Lyle Lovett. His solo work, including Circles Around Me (2009), showcases his virtuosic playing and innovative spirit. A multiple-time IBMA award winner and Grammy recipient, Bush continues to inspire musicians across genres, proving that bluegrass can evolve without losing its roots.
PRODUCTS Sam Bush USES
"Quite simply, D’Addario products are the best."
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