Hi Cheryl,
From reading your description above, I would have to say the same thing about D'Addario FW-74s as well. I have a set of FW-74s on my 1916 F-4 oval hole. These are flat wound with what appears to be some sort of nickel/steel ribbon on the G and D strings. I have typically used FT-74 FlatTops on this mandolin to get a nice but jangly sound. Switching to the FW-74 got rid of the jangly upper frequencies and produces a really nice fundamental note that's great on an oval hole mandolin. These strings are also very easy on the fingers. Does anybody know if these FW-74s will work on an electric mandolin with a magnetic pickup?
Len B.
Clearwater, FL
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