The Kentucky KM-140 is an entry-level A-style mandolin imported from China by Saga Instruments of San Francisco. Although the back and sides are laminated, it does have a solid spruce top. Appointments are decidedly plain, but it’s well set up and has a decent sound. Good beginner mandolin. Here are the specs:

• Solid spruce top
• Laminated maple back and sides
• Maple neck with 12th fret neck joint
• Traditional high-gloss sunburst finish
• 4-ply top binding
• Bound rosewood fretboard
• Adjustable truss rod
• Adjustable compensated rosewood bridge
• Nickel-plated hardware

Decent tone and a surprising amount of volume. The pickguard has been removed. There is light player wear and a few dings, including one on the top. Come with a hardshell case.
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