Kentucky

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The Kentucky KM-855 Artist F-Style Mandolin is designed for the professional musician who demands both exceptional tone and playability. Handcrafted from hand-selected German spruce and flamed Alpine maple, this mandolin delivers the rich, bright tone needed to cut through any mix. With its high-gloss amberburst finish and elegant design, the KM-855 is as beautiful as it is powerful.

With Handcarved Tonewoods for Rich Sound

The KM-855 features a solid carved German spruce top for crisp articulation and solid flamed Alpine maple back and sides for extra punch. The slim Alpine maple neck ensures smooth action, while the premium radiused ebony fingerboard offers durability and striking looks. Whether you're playing bluegrass, folk, or jazz, this mandolin provides the tone and performance you need.

Built for Stage and Studio

Paired with a padded ProTour BV-2520 Mandolin Gig Bag, the KM-855 is designed to withstand the demands of any performance. Whether you're performing live or recording in the studio, this mandolin will inspire your best playing.

Kentucky KM-855 Artist F-Style Mandolin Amber Burst
Kentucky KM-855 Artist F-Style Mandolin Amber Burst
Kentucky KM-855 Artist F-Style Mandolin Amber Burst

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  • Solid German spruce carved top for bright, crisp tone
  • Solid flamed Alpine maple back and sides for added punch
  • Slim Alpine maple neck for comfortable action
  • Comes with a padded ProTour BV-2520 Mandolin Gig Bag

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Body
  • Body shape: F-style mandolin
  • Top wood: Solid German spruce
  • Back and sides wood: Solid flamed Alpine maple
  • Body finish: High-gloss amberburst
Neck
  • Neck wood: Slim one-piece Alpine maple
  • Fingerboard: Radius ebony
  • Neck finish: Satin
Hardware
  • Tuning machines: Nickel-plated open-gear
  • Bridge: Adjustable rosewood
Other
  • Case: ProTour BV-2520 Mandolin Gig Bag with Kentucky logo
  • Strings: D'Addario EJ-74
  • Orientation: Right handed

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