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  1. Thread: Connecticut

    by Brad DuBow
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    Re: Connecticut

    I live near Hartford & play mando a bit, guitar, dobro . . . still looking for a player /s ?
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    Re: Morris mandolins

    Sonny makes a very respectable mandolin in tone. I find the necks clunky & thick and the finish work just ok. They are pretty loud though and sound better than they look Much better than a...
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    Re: Seeking a Darker Sound

    I too prefer a darker / warmer sound. As a suggestion, since I've gone through so many mandos I wish I had been advised of these things first:
    Strings make a big difference in tone. Experiment...
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    Re: Intonation Problems

    Many variables create a tough issue but try considering:
    Graphite at the nut so strings slide well
    Get the g and e strings set what's in between can be compensated with tuning.
    String...
  5. Re: Deep, woody sound - and 2K, Which mandolin would you buy?

    So many people want to spend 2000 - 2500 but then sell not long after for something better. I suggest waiting until you can spend 2500+ You'll get a much better new mandolin or seek a used...
  6. Re: Ok, getting close to decision...Weber Gallatin vs Bovier

    I've had both. I'm not a Weber fan but the Gallatin is better (IMO) than any Bovier. Better woods, tone, build and playability. But as is said so many times in the cafe - play it first before you...
  7. Sticky: Re: An invitation for members to use their real name

    I'm in. Please change me from Darkhorse to Brad DuBow, thanks!
  8. Thread: Intonation?

    by Brad DuBow
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    Intonation?

    I have the strangest issue with this mandolin. I'm hoping you may have a suggestion. When I tune the e-strings and check it with a tuner, they register a solid open e-note but, when fretted at say...
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    Re: Eddie Blevins Mandolin Works

    I had ordered my mandolin and just received it. April 3, 2013. Eddie is a nice person and fairly easy to deal with unless for some reason one isn't pleased with the result. Look, he's not charging...
  10. Re: anybody tell me anything about this kentucky?

    I contacted her and offered to buy through Paypal, that way we were both protected. Let's just say that became a real issue and the deal never happened. You decide, scam or no scam. Sometimes if...
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