Hello, fellow 8-string enthusiasts --
I was just wondering if anyone would be able to tell me more about this Saga-era Kentucky KM-1000 I have. I've owned it for about ten years, and really like it: It's punchy, clear, and warm-sounding. Intonation is solid if not quite as precise as more expensive instruments. It's treated me well, and people always seem a little bit surprised by it.
I have no idea how old it is, and the serial number doesn't tell me much (apparently Kentucky serial numbers from this era are pretty confounding). The serial is 008015.
A few quirks about this particular instrument:
- For some reason the original dark finish has clouded over, giving the outer edge of the top of the instrument a hazy, smoky, almost grey-green color in certain light
- There is no "Kentucky" logo on the headstock: Just a crude fleur-de-lys.
- Someone put a pickup on it, and when they did, they replaced the plate cover with what I've been told is a vintage Gibson cover (which they drilled two holes in). Odd. I've been offered $200 just for this plate!
Here are some images of the instrument...is anyone has any idea of its age, or even its value (not that I'm selling), I'm all ears. I love this little instrument!
Thanks!
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