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Kentucky KM-1000 Master F-Style Mandolin Vintage Sunburst

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Overview

A vintage masterpiece reborn.

The Kentucky KM-1000 Master F-Style Mandolin is designed to deliver the rich, vintage tone of early 20th-century mandolins, built to meet the high standards of modern musicians. Originally introduced in the late 1970s, this model became a favorite for players and collectors alike, offering unmatched sound, appearance, and craftsmanship. The KM-1000 is built using premium American spruce and maple, handcarved and graduated to recreate the unmistakable resonance of vintage instruments.

Traditional Craftsmanship and Modern Playability

This mandolin features a solid handcarved Adirondack spruce top and solid carved flamed Michigan maple back and sides, ensuring superior note clarity and punchy volume. The slim flamed maple neck offers smooth, easy action, while the premium ebony fingerboard enhances durability and visual appeal. A prewar-style ebony bridge and ivoroid body binding contribute to the vintage aesthetic. The KM-1000 delivers all the tonal depth and projection needed for both professional performance and home practice.

A Modern Classic With Unmatched Affordability

The Kentucky KM-1000 Master Model also includes deluxe 14:1 reverse tuners for precise tuning, a high-gloss lacquer finish in vintage sunburst, and a sturdy ProTour BV-2520 Mandolin Gig Bag with the Kentucky logo. This masterfully crafted mandolin takes you back to the 1920s in tone and style while offering the playability that today's musicians demand—all at a surprisingly affordable price.

Features

  • Solid handcarved Adirondack spruce top for superior note clarity
  • Flamed Michigan maple back and sides for extra punch
  • Slim flamed maple neck for comfortable, easy action
  • Comes with a padded ProTour BV-2520 Mandolin Gig Bag

Discover the vintage tone and craftsmanship of the Kentucky KM-1000 Master F-Style Mandolin today and take your playing to the next level.

Specs

KM-1000 Master F-Style Mandolin Specifications:

Body
  • Body shape: F-style mandolin
  • Top wood: Solid handcarved Adirondack spruce
  • Back and sides wood: Solid carved flamed Michigan maple
  • Body finish: High-gloss lacquer in vintage sunburst
Neck
  • Neck wood: Flamed maple
  • Fingerboard: Premium ebony
  • Neck finish: High-gloss lacquer
Hardware
  • Tuning machines: Deluxe 14:1 reverse tuners
  • Bridge: Prewar-style ebony
  • Binding: Ivoroid
Other
  • Case: ProTour BV-2520 Mandolin Gig Bag with Kentucky logo
  • Strings: D'Addario EJ-74
  • Orientation: Right handed
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