The hype changes as new models comes out.
When I first joined this board, the big talk for low end mandolins (anything under $1,500) was Michael Kelly or Mid-Mo. Then Eastman was the next big-bang-for-the buck.
You still see die hard owners of above mentioned mandos keep the hype fire alive. My observation is that most people will suggest what they own because that is their experience and to validate their choice.
Now the hype you see are JBovier, Jade or Kentucky.
Glenn Nelson
Las Vegas, NV
"Every day brings a chance for you to draw in a breath, kick off your shoes and play your mandolin."
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