Solid, handcarved and graduated spruce top
Solid, handcarved and graduated maple back and sides
Authentic, vintage 1920s-style body outline
F-shaped soundhole
One-piece maple neck with dovetail neck/body joint at the 14th fret
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

Technical Details

Product Details

Product Dimensions

Package Dimensions
Width : 13.9 inch
Height : 6.6 inch
Length : 35.3 inch

Item Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping Weight: 10.45 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

ASIN : B00M2YZ3TK

Product Description

KM-252 Artist A-Model Mandolin. In 1922, mandolin designs began to change, as did the musical tastes of the time. The greatest Acoustic Engineer of the day began to develop designs that incorporated F-shaped sound holes instead of the Oval-hole designs that ultimately tightened-up the airy, woody nature of the traditional A-shape, and accentuated the treble frequencies often lacking in previous designs. All combined, these instruments offered the musician better balance and greater volume to meet the ever-changing musical styles to come. The Kentucky KM-252 Artist A-model Mandolin offers a professional quality instrument that is still affordably priced. All materials are hand-carved, with the tops and backs meticulously arched and graduated to achieve the correct balance of strength and lightweight rigidity for optimal tone. So, for the best value out there in a professional-quality A-style mandolin, make America''s Favorite mandolin your choice!