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Is the Vine Grove jam still in operation? I think they move it to a park through the summer months. Have read about it and want to go sometime but haven't checked recently to see if it is still...

Don't know how I missed the thread! :^)......good reading.
Thanks!

Hi All,

At practice last night the screw that holds the button dropped out. Fortunately it caught my eye and recovery was easy. The "finger nail fix" proved short lived and it dropped again...

My first trip to Owensboro....can't wait!

Happened to me....once. A little graphite on the string slots on the bridge and I haven't had a problem since.

I’ve noticed that my forearm has pain from too much tension from too hard of a grip on the pick and the tension from holding the mandolin too tight against my body while trying to work speed. I’ve...

Hi Adam,

Lucky enough to attend the workshop you held in Morehead, KY...and wishing for another one! While sitting at a table at lunch you told us some great road stories and some mandolin "shop...

Hi BlueJ

As a fellow Kentuckian, I understand the highways and routes you'll have to travel to get something done. For $ value and for where you're probably located, I'd take a 3 hour drive down...

To me, the joy of owning a "beater" is learning how to make adjustments to it without fear and gaining a better understanding of the skills used to make higher class instruments. Less worry in the...

Some call it genetics, others say repetitive learning but I believe that the ability to play a musical instrument and produce a melody that is pleasing to the point of enjoyment is a gift given by a...

I'm waiting for the upgrade so I can use the preset for my favorite talent.

One thing I missed....is his entry level mando an A or an F style? Owning both, I prefer the balance-of-play of the F style over the A. This could be an issue if one changes body styles. My...

"You told me I was too heavy, so I thought I'd get on the scales!" :^)

Gosh….I WAS really excited…a recognized grading system whereas:
Loar signed Gibson = 100
Home style made with cardboard and glued together tobacco sticks (for those who know what those are) =< 1...

I live near where I work, so I take the opportunity to practice a few tunes almost every day while at home for a quick lunch. I still have those still going through my head!

I received Sierra's video from Acutab on Friday. I believe this instructional video did what it was designed to do. It is informational and motivating. Her style of breaking down each phrase of a...

The challenge to push my somewhat older fingers to do something different motivates me. Finding courage to attend workshops by Adam Steffey, Herschel Sizemore and Roland White for learning and...

Ditto on Kevin K's comments. I can't say very much about the construction, I've been too busy playing it! I own an Artist model purchased in Nashville about 3 years ago. I've found no problems...

Amen on the Fishman. I use a Shure Beta 57 for the instrument, set the Fishman for proper response, and then use a Beta 58C for vocals usisng the individual controls for vocal mic response. It...

Hi John,

Sounds like you're playing "heavy handed" to compensate for some volume too. I believe a good setup from a pro would help in all aspects. They could look at the bridge situation for...

Daddy Frank:

I started with the Bert Casey book about 4 years ago. I still use those tunes as warm up and practice with. I believe you've got the right idea, start slow and work your way up with...

I have 2 Morgans. MM-2 and MM-8. I've had to replace the tuners on the MM-2. The MM-8 is the one I've experimented with setup. New bridge, placements, etc. I actually lean toward the sound of...

I'll buy one when the budget allows. Right now, I have the Loudbox 100 and use it on local ventures. I'm running a vocal mic and mic for mando. It tailors to room acoustics well for both...

Nate....see, hear and touch...and not necessarily in that order. If you're investing in "the mandolin" that you will have to live with for awhile, your time investment to find the right feel, sound...

Hi Jacob1980,

Try Roland White's approach to bluegrass mandolin. It will take you through some basic tunes to some complex ones and has a couple of CD's you can practice with. I've also found...