The elegantly gold-plated and engraved tuning machines and tailpiece are in perfect harmony with the understated elegance of the finish and workmanship. We have an interesting and diverse collection of Mandolins here at the Folk Shop, spanning the last 100 years New, used and vintage, and much more than just what you see on this page. The delicately shaded Cremona sunburst finish is as close to the originals as you will ever see. 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 new master model KM-1500 from Kentucky uses the finest, most highly figured Michigan Maple combined with the whitest, most fine-grained Adirondack spruce. Simply put, this fantastic gig-ready mandolin is one heck of a value! This mandolin also includes its original rectangular case and very cool canvas case cover. Olde Town Pickin' Parlor 7515 Grandview Ave, Arvada, CO, 80002. There is also an onsite repair shop and lessons are taught daily. Brands include Gibson, Martin, Collings, National, Santa Cruz, Deering, Bourgeois, and many more. With its quicky throaty chop, warm note edge, and clean separation, this KM-1500 is surprisingly expressive, responsive, and evocative. The shop specializes in high end acoustic instruments, carrying a wide variety of vintage instruments and new items.

Any cosmetic wear is quickly forgotten, however, as one is quickly swept away in the powerful voice of the mandolin.

This particular Kentucky KM-1500 (which came from a long-time gigging customer) shows only minor cosmetic wear consistent with regular but respectful use: some finish scratches (nothing glaring or deep), and some dulling of the finish from arm and belly contact. Even today, however, the nitro-finished, Chinese-made KM-1500s are built to impress and will not disappoint, as they are competitive with many mandolins above their price point. This is particularly true of the 'Sumi-era' Kentuckys, which were hand-made in Japan during the 1980s and featured a varnished finish (these can approach $4000 on the used market). For those unfamiliar with or dismissive of Saga's Kentucky line, the Master Models are very highly regarded in the mandolin community. This master model KM-1500 is a true player's delight-it's got the looks, the tone, and a fantastic played-in feel! This mandolin also comes complete with some sweet upgrades to fit the needs of the discerning mandolin: a Fishman M-200 pickup, a scalloped/scooped fingerboard extension, and an elegant bound tortoiseshell pickguard. Sorry, this item is not currently in stock Kentucky: USED KM-1500 (Item ID: USED KM-1500)

Used kentucky mandolin for sale