Kentucky KM-252 Artist A-model Mandolin
- Spruce top, maple back and body
- F-shaped sound holes, A-model body
- 6 strings, alloy steel
- 5 pounds, 26.25 x 10.25 x 3.38 inches
- Lacquered transparent amber finish
- 1 year limited warranty
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An F-hole A-model mandolin with a spruce top, maple body and transparent amber lacquer. The description frames it as balanced with more volume, but the listing says nothing about a case or setup.
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ASIN: B00M2YZ3TKModel: KM-252Category: Mandolins
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Overview
Not an oval-hole design, the Kentucky Artist is an A-model mandolin with F-shaped sound holes, a spruce top and a maple back and body in a transparent amber lacquer finish. It is acoustic, with no electronics listed.
The reason to consider it is the F-shaped sound holes, which the description says accentuate treble and add balance and volume over an oval-hole design. The limit is that the listing is silent on accessories and shows an odd string count.
Who it's for
A folk or acoustic player after a bright mandolin with extra punch and a treble-forward voice. Someone who wants an oval-hole sound, an included case or a confirmed string layout should look at other listings.
Pros and cons
- F-shaped sound holes
- Spruce top over maple body
- Transparent amber lacquer finish
- Bright tone with extra punch
- Accessories not listed
- String count needs confirming
- Treble-forward voice by design
Performance notes
F-shaped holes accentuate the treble frequencies, according to the description, and tighten the airy, woody character found in oval-hole designs. The spruce top acts as the soundboard, with the maple back and body shaping the response. The listing describes the result as a crisp, bright tone with extra punch.
Specifications
| Brand | Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Model | KM-252 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 26.25 x 10.25 x 3.38 inches |
| Weight | 5 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top | Spruce |
| Back and sides | Maple |
| Body material | Maple |
| Strings | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Transparent Amber |
| Finish | Lacquered |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | 1 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Instrument | Mandolin |
| Strings | 6 |
| Sound holes | F-shaped |
| Sound | Crisp, bright tone with extra punch |
| Operation mode | Acoustic |
Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Kentucky Artist A-model mandolin?
The listing does not name included components. Confirm with the seller whether a case or accessories are supplied.
Does the Kentucky Artist A-model have an oval hole or F holes?
It has F-shaped sound holes, which the description says accentuate the treble frequencies.
Can I plug the Kentucky Artist A-model mandolin into an amplifier?
No pickup is listed. The operation mode is acoustic, so it is played unplugged.