When it comes traditional old-timey bluegrass and country music, the sound of the oval-hole A-Style mandolin played a very significant role. Just close your eyes and listen to any of the earliest recordings and chances are that you will hear the deep, rich and airy tone that only a Kentucky KM-276 deluxe oval-hole A-model mandolin can offer. Combined with more modern features, including a unique 14th fret neck body joint - another Kentucky design exclusive - and you have a mandolin that represents the finest combination of old and new! .