Hello,
I'm interested in adding an A-style mandolin to compliment my F5. I have a rough budget of about $2K to spend. I've been seriously considering the KM-950. I've played the KM-900 before are really liked the sound of the one I tested out. Dry, woody, "Gibson-esqe", if you will. I like the idea of the KM-950's radiused fingerboard and large fret wires. For about $1,200 from a well-known retailer (within the mandolin community), it seems like a can't miss. I'd love the idea of a used Gibson A5L. I've never played of heard one in person before. They may be a little out of my budget also.
I'm looking for an A-style, F holes, a dry woody sound, and about $2K or less. Aside from the KM-950, are there any other options that I should be looking at?
Thanks!
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