The flattops use the wound A, the flatwound strings use a plain A.
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The flattops use the wound A, the flatwound strings use a plain A.
Only the flattops have the wound A. The flatwound set uses a plain A.
That set is the “Flat Tops”, not flatwound. Very different string.
“That X-stiff pick in the OP doesn't look like celluloid at the first glance. Could be casein by the way the streaks show over clear core, or some other plastic. Casein would be probably more...
To the best of my knowledge, J Bovier is no longer producing mandolins. It’s hard to imaging why, other than very stiff competition from Eastman. Jeff put out some superb mandolins that were way...
When I think of wet tone, I think just the opposite. Bright with tons of sustain. I think a dry tone is a complete lack of sustain. My best example of dry tone that I can think of is David...
The tension of the D'Addario J-74's are;
E-23.2 A-19.2 D-23.3 G-25.1
The total tension of the Thomastik starks is 75.7 pounds. The total tension of the D'Addario J-74 medium is...
Lots of people often make this mistake is comparing flatwounds to roundwounds. When comparing in just gauge, it's not apples to apples. Comparison must be made in tension. TI Starks are actually...
It has nothing to do with how big your belly is. I’m 155 pounds and don’t have a big belly, yet the ToneGard still does wonders for the sound of my Mandolin.
Yes, some are!
I wasn’t aware of that. Never saw a Morris flat top.
Actually, amazing tone!!!
It has a wonderful tone, but other than a slightly elongated scroll, what’s new about the design?
A few posts have mentioned Morris mandolins. They are great mandolins at a very good price, but they are not flat top mandolins. They are a arched, carved top.
The TI Starks are actually a bit lighter tension than round wound mediums. I would go with the heavy for a Collings.
I agree Chris. Breaking strings is certainly NOT normal. There is a mandolin related issue going on here. I have used D'Addario strings for 12 years and have never broken any.
I can't see where it would have any negative effect on value. All mandolins needs frets at some point. A 1920 mandolin probably has already had new frets at one time. I will never go back to small...
That’s beautiful. What are the tuning machines?
Awesome video and story by Josh. I was just a bit disappointed at the distorted audio at the end when Josh was playing the RD.
I was just looking at their online store. Very difficult to navigate website. You have to scroll through images of picks and click on each one for a description and find out what it is made of....
You also have to realize that even if the video was still available, it probably won’t give you any idea of how the particular mandolins you purchase will sound. They’re going to vary. In the video,...
I’ve only heard a couple of recordings of the Northfield and the Waterloo, never played either, but I like the tone from the Northfield much better. And, the Waterloo is $1000 more expensive.
According to the Northfield website, the pickguard has the option of either a adhered type or elevated.
I have one of the first of the third generation A5 models that I purchased at the end of 2012, just as a Jeff was introducing the new instruments. Mine is actually one of the ones pictured on the...
You’re much better off using a dry lube. Tri-Flow and 3 in 1 both make a dry lube that works wonders. Machine oil stays wet a long time and can attract dirt and dust that will eventually just make...
I never understood what the big deal is about redrilling. More often than not the new tailpiece will cover the old holes anyway. I’ve changed the tailpiece on a few mandolins and never had to plug...