The master model KM-1500 from Kentucky utilizes the finest, most highly figured Michigan maple combined with the whitest, most fine-grained Adirondack spruce. These solid woods are meticulously hand-carved and graduated—just as were the fabled originals of the early ’20s—to achieve the finest tone quality and volume possible in a new instrument. The delicately shaded Cremona sunburst finish is as close to the originals as you will ever see. The elegantly gold-plated and engraved tuning machines and tailpiece are in perfect harmony with the understated elegance of the finish and workmanship. Perhaps the crowning touch of elegance on the KM-1500 is the traditional Vine inlay of abalone pearl, carefully inlaid just below the white pearl Kentucky logo.

  • Solid handcarved Adirondack spruce top provides you with superior note clarity and volume to spare
  • Solid carved flamed Michigan maple back and sides ensure extra punch
  • Slim flamed maple neck for comfortable, easy action
  • Premium, radiused ebony fingerboard gives extra durability and striking good looks
  • Vintage sunburst finish in lacquer showcases beauty and luster
  • Comes with a sturdy, padded ProTour BV-2520 Mandolin Gig Bag, with Kentucky logo
  • Factory Strings: D’Addario EJ-74

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ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • KM-1500
Finish
  • Vintage Sunburst
Categories
Year
  • New
Made In
  • China

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