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.
Features * Solid carved Sitka spruce top gives you 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 * Recommended cases: C-1521, TL-45
Specs
KM-272 Artist A-Model Mandolin Specifications: * Back and Side Material: Solid Maple * Binding: Ivoroid * Body Style: A-Model * Bridge Material: Rosewood with Adjustment Wheels * Fingerboard Binding: White ABS * Fingerboard Inlay: M-O-P Dots * Fingerboard Material: Rosewood * Finish: High-gloss Transparent Amber Nitr
