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    This should be leaving the land of Giacomel next week and headed to California. It will eventually make its way into Texas, hopefully sooner rather than later. Pretty excited!


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    That's mighty fine! I love the jolly roger.

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    Arrrrh..Love it

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    Nice. Let us hear it when you get it.
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    Sweet! Can't wait to hear a demo. Do you still have your Monroe Gibson?
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    Mandobassman,
    I don't have the Monroe Gibson anymore. I sold it when I got my Gilchrist.
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    Sure enjoyed playing bass with you and Cory back in my days in Houston. Still have a pretty good recording of us playing at Steak and Ale that I listen to now and then. Glad to see you guys are still at it.

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    Left Italy yesterday! Excitement builds!
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    It reached California today. Dawg has it now, hopefully spanking her thoroughly!
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    Default Re: New Giacomel

    Wooden cover over a James TP?
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    Default Re: New Giacomel

    Quote Originally Posted by LoneStar Boy View Post
    It reached California today. Dawg has it now, hopefully spanking her thoroughly!
    Congrats and enjoy your New Beast! Now start boning up on your I-talian!!


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    Mandroid, the tailpiece is built by Mr. Giacomel. Mtucker my I-talian always seems to have an East Texas accent. Mike Compton played it while in Italy and told me it was Real Good and real loud!
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    Dawg told me it should be to me on Wednesday. Now to try and get some sleep between now and then.
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    Hey Craig,

    This is the first Giacomel i've seen in this color. It is a different animal and a really beautiful thing. Wow! i'm looking forward to more of your posts about it. Hope it exceeds your expectations.

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    What a thoroughly cool combination of modern design and classic coloration. That is just mighty, mighty fine.
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    Default Re: New Giacomel

    Mr. Grisman is shipping in a shaped case! But, I was wondering if anyone knew of other cases (preferably with storage) will fit the J5? Thanks for your help.
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    Just got word that it's delivered. Now, the wait until I can get home.
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    Can't wait to hear it!

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    Default Re: New Giacomel

    Although I haven't had much time with her yet, I have to say that she is a great mando! Beautiful coloring, IMO. I love the striped curly maple binding against the dark finish. While not at the level of finish that Gilchrist is (who is), very fine fit and finish.

    I was shocked by the volume that was there as soon as I tuned her up. Wow! Peel the paint off the walls. Very clear and distinct noting against the fretboard.

    Again, I haven't spent much time with her yet, but I intend to remedy that tonight. I've recorded some quick comparison videos between it and the Gilchrist right after she came out of the box. I'll post them here so you can see for yourself. After some playing, the Giacomel will be a great mandolin.
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    Default Re: New Giacomel

    The Gilchrist:
    https://youtu.be/PYgsIi6S1mA

    The Giacomel:
    https://youtu.be/go__T1N_-C8

    Let me know your thoughts.
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    Default Re: New Giacomel

    Very, very nice. Those are great instruments to have. They provide a versatile range. The Gil has the ideal bluegrass sound. Strong mids with a very substantive core that comes through well in an ensemble.
    The Giacomel has more lushness. It has a fuller sound. It sounds very musical and seems as though it could stand on its' own in a very satisfying manner.

    Congrats. Play them in good health!

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    Wow, both are great sounding mandos! you've got your bases covered between those two Craig. Now that you've had the Giacomel a little while, what is your take on the instrument? I am looking into them as well. I have a Gil 97371 and an Ellis so I have diversity between these two great mandos but I'm always on the hunt! I'd love to hear your take since you've got a Gil to compare it to. Also, wonderful color!

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    Default Re: New Giacomel

    Jason, both are great mandolins. There is no doubt that I'm set for whatever kind of music I want to play. What I notice is that the Gilchrist has a lot of initial sound or "pop" while the Giacomel has more sustain and a fuller tone. To be honest, I didn't think I would ever be around a mandolin that had as much volume as my Gil, but the Giacomel holds its own. I really don't believe they can be compared. They both have different goals that they're striving to obtain.

    As I said, they are both great mandolins. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend either. Hope that helps some.
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    From Craig above - "....while the Giacomel has more sustain and a fuller tone.". I love the Giacomel styling & that one is beautiful in every way. Just looking at the body shape makes me think of mandolin tone/sustain, slightly edging into 'guitar sound' on both counts. Either way,as a Bluegrass player,i'd give it an airing in ''Monroe territory'',just for the 'difference' - enjoy it,
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