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Michael L. White
July 31, 2025
Out of the box, the action was too high. I removed the non adjustable bridge and with sand paper I lowered the action. Playability is great now and I like the muddy woody sound. It is not as loud as a KM-150, but loud enough.
Steve I.
May 16, 2025
Unpacked it and found action was so high it was unplayable and there is no way to adjust, so it's going back immediately. Also, though it didn't say it came with a padded bag, the ad showed a picture of one but it didn't come with one. Very disappointing purchase!
wayne bertelsen
May 9, 2025
I’ve played all kinds of mandolins over the years. Webers, Ratliffs, rogues, Eastmans, and so on. Every Kentucky I’ve ever gotten has been so so. This one is no exception. Make no mistake, 75% of what you are paying for is the look. It is a fun on the go mandolin and I wouldn’t expect the world from it. Do not trust the factory set up on it. Take it to someone who knows how to set them up, or learn how. My setup was so bad when I got it that the notes where almost a half step sharp. If you want a starter mandolin I would point you to an Ibanez or a rogue over this. You’re getting a $100 mandolin with a cool look for ~$230.
Adam
April 1, 2025
I really like this Army Navy mandolin by Kentucky. It has a nice ring to it. Compact, sturdy, and well built. You can't beat the quality for the price either!
JanE
February 1, 2025
Liked the mandolin when returned, put in case played very little factory strings. Checked the neck because of high string action and saw that the neck bowed beyond repair 30 days after return date.
joe
November 17, 2024
This mandolin exceeded my expectations. 15 Min set up time, just tuning, and playing well. I have 2 more expensive mandolins, and this one plays as well as they do. You shouldn't be disappointed in it. It is not quite as loud though.
Vero
November 16, 2024
Se ve hermosa y el sonido muy bueno.
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