Classic A-Style Build
The Kentucky KM-140 Mandolin features a solid German spruce top paired with laminated mahogany back and sides. This combination keeps the price affordable while still delivering clear tone and resilience against humidity and temperature shifts.
Elegant Details
Finished in a striking high-gloss sunburst, the mandolin includes white body and neck binding, a compensated rosewood bridge, and a rosewood fretboard. The headstock shines with a mother-of-pearl Kentucky logo inlay, giving it a traditional, classy look.
Smooth Playability
With a nut width of 1.12" and a 13.75" scale length, the KM-140 feels comfortable for beginners and seasoned players alike. Deluxe nickel-plated tuners with white buttons provide stable tuning, while the bone nut ensures better sustain and resonance.
Sound and Tuning
Strung with D’Addario EJ74 strings, the KM-140 is tuned to standard mandolin tuning (G-G-D-D-A-A-E-E). Its solid spruce top projects a bright, balanced sound, making it well-suited for chords, strumming, arpeggios, and melodic picking.
Why Choose Laminate Back & Sides?
While some may prefer all-solid wood builds, the laminate sides and back of the KM-140 offer two key benefits:
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Keeps the instrument affordable for beginners
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Provides extra durability against environmental changes
What’s Included
The Kentucky KM-140 comes with a ProTour BV-2520 Deluxe Gig Bag, making it road-ready right out of the box.
Quick Specs
- Top: Solid German Spruce
- Back & Sides: Mahogany (laminate)
- Finish: High-Gloss Sunburst
- Nut Width: 1.12"
- Tuners: Deluxe Nickel-Plated w/ White Buttons
Final Thoughts
The Kentucky KM-140 Mandolin strikes a perfect balance between quality, affordability, and durability. Whether you’re just beginning your mandolin journey or need a solid instrument for recordings, this A-style classic is an excellent choice.
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