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Very Nice. That's a favorite wood combination for me.

Jamie

Been a while and someone asked if I had any mandolin related photos from my Photo A Day Project. I get my themes from an Australian Blogger. While not all are mandolins, here are some...

I think this applies to a great many creative outlets and not only music. I think in many ways being creative is very self indulgent. I think it is important. Not all of us will be high level...

Let's elevate the discourse, perhaps. It's not much of a wonder why we have few regular female posters when we talk like this is a mandolin locker room.

Jamie

WE have a chain, George's Music around here. Similar experience. Not much to speak of mandolin or banjo wise. Less expensive $100-400 import stuff, the tops were pressed (solid and laminate ones)....

I love the fern-esque leaves with the flowers. I really respect what Gail does and ALWAYS enjoy seeing what she builds. She really nails those F4 elements.


In general, having a shorter neck...

Welcome to the Cafe!

Jamie

Roberto Duran is immune.

Jamie

Totally normal. Everyone wants to know as much as possible about a new passion/serious hobby. Have fun. Don't let age/skill/fear keep you from trying.

Jamie

Don't put WD-40 on your strings. Do Not Put WD-40 on your strings. Do not spray WD-40 on your strings and mandolin. Do Not Use WD-40 to lubricate your tuner gears. It just attracts and holds dust...

I would be concerned that it is the top coming unglued. That line seems to be following the top plate glue joint to my (non-luthier/builder) eyes. I wouldn't hesitate at all taking it back where I...

I'm curious, I don't gig - or even play out from my house really, how often when folks get gigs in bars or restaurants are the proprietors advertising/promoting the fact that there is going to be...

The modifications Loar proposed for the F5 from the F4 were geared towards classical music and mandolin orchestras. The arched top and back the ff holes and raised fingerboard allowed for clarity...

This may be a good time to remember this important thing (no matter your position).
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Lovely. I'm sure it will be treasured.

Jamie

A good burst is a good burst. In general, for me it's all part of the package design wise. I don't feel they are a requirement, and I've seen some non tradtiional ones I like much more than some...

There have been several members who have had a surgery that has prevented them from playing as they want. I will fully recommend that you strictly follow your doctor/physical therapists advice and...

I don't think folks are quite seeing the ihflamatory tone of their posts. Trolling and flaming people won't be tolerated per the posting guidelines.

There are difference in what you guys are talking about. Your perceptions and experiences are influenced by working with folks who a) intend to earn a livelihood through music or b) are performing...

Welcome to the Cafe! Nice tune. Reminds me of Led Zepplin.

Jamie

My Jack Spira flat back has a canted top. If no body replies with their technique, you could reach out to Jack in Australia.

Jamie

Nicely played. Thanks for posting.

Jamie

Congratulations on the build. You should be proud of the accomplishment!

Jamie

Welcome to the Cafe. Enjoy your new blue one and best of luck with it!

Jamie

You may be looking at this from just one side of the coin. I have seen plenty of people who get paid to play (proffesionals) using Rogue Acoustic Electric Mandolins. There are people playing Gibson...