Kentucky KM-272 Artist A-Model Mandolin Vintage Sunburst

Before 1922, most popular mandolins had Oval-shaped sound holes, which created a distinctive sound that played a significant role in shaping the sound of popular music of the day. The diminutive size, unique voice and relative affordability (compared to F-dstyle mandolins) made it perfect for a wide range of musical styles. Vintage examples of these popular A-style instruments are still played by discerning musicians and coveted by collectors around the world. This legendary mandolin design is affordably manifest in the Kentucky KM-272 A-style mandolin with the oval sound hole. Incorporating the best features of vintage designs, and using only the best tonewoods, each instrument is expertly hand-carved and graduated to produce an instrument with a tone, look and build quality of highly prized collectible instruments. So take a step back in time by playing a new instrument that combines all the best features of old and the new “priced so that is affordable to all players.

Product Highlights

• Solid carved Sitka spruce top gives clean articulation and a crisp, bright tone
• Solid carved maple back and sides for extra punch
• Slim maple neck for comfortable, easy action
• Choice East Indian rosewood fingerboard ensures silky smooth playability
• Transparent amber lacquer finish imparts enhanced luster and beauty