View Full Version : Blonde collings mt's?
Mental Floss
Jan-18-2007, 10:02am
I found a Collings mt that plays like a wonder, but it is a blacktop.....not to sure about that.
I was wondering if any have seen or heard of a blonde mt?
Thanks for your response.
Jerry Byers
Jan-18-2007, 10:14am
I have seen several, both blacktop and total blondes. You can check with Steve at Acoustic Music Works (http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/).
Kevin K
Jan-18-2007, 10:28am
Floss,
Where did you find the blacktop MT? How's the sound of it?
jefflester
Jan-18-2007, 1:22pm
I have seen several, both blacktop and total blondes. You can check with Steve at Acoustic Music Works (http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/).
This one looks pretty nice. #http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wow.gif (An MT2, though)
http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/Images/collings/MT21074a.jpghttp://www.acousticmusicworks.com/Images/collings/MT21074.jpg
Jerry Byers
Jan-18-2007, 1:34pm
Steve has had a whole bunch of them at one time or another.
MT #1159 (http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/Images/collings/MT1159e.jpg)
MT #1172 (http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/Images/collings/MT1172x.jpg)
MT #1072 (http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/Images/collings/MT1072a.jpg)
MT #1168 (http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/Images/collings/MT1168b.jpg)
MT #1047 (http://www.acousticmusicworks.com/Images/collings/MT1047e.jpg)
Jerry Byers
Jan-18-2007, 1:36pm
This one looks pretty nice. http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wow.gif (An MT2, though)
I have spent a lot of time debating whether to buy this one or not. I think it's gorgeous. http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mandosmiley.gif
Lane Pryce
Jan-18-2007, 4:23pm
That Bird's Eye MT2 is absolutely incredible. Have never played a bad one. Lp
Mental Floss
Jan-18-2007, 8:12pm
The Blackface mt was at mass street music in Lawrence Kansas. Galen the salesman was right...sounded great and was smooth as silk to play... But I have reservations ...the blacktop was a little hard to swallow.
Dan Margolis
Jan-19-2007, 11:51am
Take your time--buy what you really want, or you'll regret it later on (and maybe lose money in an instrument flip). IMHO. Dan
Rick Schmidlin
Jan-19-2007, 12:36pm
There a Blackface ( I hate that term) at Greg Boyds.I'd rather call it a blackened top.
JEStanek
Jan-19-2007, 12:53pm
Look at Mandohack's NAMM thread in the Post a Picture section...
Jamie
Crowder
Jan-22-2007, 3:44pm
The Blackface mt was at mass street music in Lawrence Kansas. Galen the salesman was right...sounded great and was smooth as silk to play... But I have reservations ...the blacktop was a little hard to swallow.
Just curious, but what's behind your aversion to blacktops? I've had two. I think they're the sharpest looking mandolins, especially on stage. You still have sunburst on the back and sides if you want to see the wood.
Kevin K
Jan-22-2007, 4:55pm
The one at Greg Boyd's looks really nice.
Mental Floss
Jan-23-2007, 1:19pm
Crowder...it is just a style type thing. Now it is not my hot button, it might be later. I think they show signs of wear faster than a blonde or sunburst. I will be looking to sell the next mandolin in the future probably....just want to protect the re sale without freaking out.
Crowder
Jan-23-2007, 7:25pm
Crowder...it is just a style type thing. Now it is not my hot button, it might be later. I think they show signs of wear faster than a blonde or sunburst. I will be looking to sell the next mandolin in the future probably....just want to protect the re sale without freaking out.
Style I can understand, but I wouldn't worry about the wear issue. In a way, blacktop mandos are like black cars in that light surface scratches are going to show easier. But over time the whole top takes on a patina that is very cool. IMHO anyway http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif
trevor
Jan-24-2007, 9:51am
I've been thinking of getting in some blondes for a while (don't start..). In the past I've had a few and created a lot of interest but no sales. I'm giving it a go again. A Collings MT is due in a few weeks..
I'll have asked Rosta Capek to make me an A4 basic blonde as well when he catches up with my orders.
Glassweb
Jan-24-2007, 10:43am
I agree with ToneMonster about the term "blacktop" for an instrument with a black top. Why don't we think about calling these instruments "blacktops"... that'll get the job done and eliminate a phrase that still can press some hot buttons.
Jerry Byers
Jan-24-2007, 11:17am
I guess we could change the name of f-holes to something else too - maybe Florentine sound openings. http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif
Mental Floss
Jan-24-2007, 4:08pm
What the F hole are you talking about? http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif
Just happened to notice this thread after a long, long absence from this board. I own MT 1168. Man, the thing is a wonder. I don't play it much but every time I do, I'm really pleased that I came up with the loot required to make it mine.