Sorensen Sprite Two-Point mashup [Archive]

shortymack

Feb-16-2013, 5:48pm

For a second there I thought the title said Sprite mishap and I thought 'oh nooooooo!' Glad to see it was just some beautiful mandoporn. Exquisite.

Dobe

Feb-16-2013, 6:24pm

Awesome Blue !

Bluejay

Feb-17-2013, 3:18pm

SteveS you are the man!!! Blue is my favorite color!

Skip Kelley

Feb-17-2013, 3:48pm

That is the coolest picture ever!!!

Steve Sorensen

Feb-17-2013, 5:03pm

Thanks guys! I love goofing with these shots. Here's a mashup I did for owner of the latest Sprite Two-Point mandola to hold him over while waiting for the "knock-knock-knock" of the FedEx delivery person --

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rb3868

Feb-23-2013, 9:14pm

Steve, those photos are very mean to us with MAS. I want all of them. I think there is a two-point army here on the cafe. I want one from each luthier who builds them. and I will never part with my 805D.

Steve Sorensen

Feb-24-2013, 1:23pm

Had to do one for the "Pacifica" too --

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Steve Sorensen

Mar-06-2013, 10:08am

A nice little bit of Sprite Two-Point sound thanks to Doyle Lawson.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=4967726424098&set=vb.119645508141091&type=2&theater

He makes it look so dang easy!

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John Eischen

Mar-06-2013, 12:17pm

I'm tired of these posts...
I'm gonna email you my number, Steve. Guess I'll be selling one of my instruments.

Cheryl Watson

Mar-06-2013, 12:38pm

Sounds great, looks great in Doyle's hands!

Steve Sorensen

Mar-06-2013, 1:39pm

I'm tired of these posts...
I'm gonna email you my number, Steve. Guess I'll be selling one of my instruments.

LOL, Sorry John!

On the other hand, I've been playing the Sprite (that Doyle was checking out in the video) for the past year . . . and it makes me more mando-obsessed everytime I pick it up.

Can't help but share the love! :mandosmiley:

Steve

Lee Roy

Mar-08-2013, 8:24am

http://youtu.be/_rEMNHNa-Jo

Steve Sorensen

Apr-06-2013, 12:42am

From THE FINISHING FILES - "Sprite Two-Point Mandola Noir"

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terzinator

Apr-17-2013, 10:54am

Well that's just dead sexy, that is.

Full-on Two-Point Envy.

Steve Sorensen

Apr-21-2013, 2:57pm

A flight of fancy --

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terzinator

Apr-22-2013, 12:35pm

Stunning. Love that art-deco sprite inlay.

Steve, have you made any Sprites that are tortoise bound, instead of ivoroid? (Pics, if you have!)

I'm just a sucker for that orangey sunburst with tortoise binding and black tuners and... um, on second thought, don't post pics because I don't think I could take it.

Sid Simpson

Apr-22-2013, 1:44pm

Glad to oblige with some pics. I am the proud and happy owner of Steve's first Sprite with tortoise binding and gold hardware. Since I am a sailor, I asked if he could inlay one of his Mermaids instead of the usual Sprite. Hence, the Mermaid Sprite. And yes, she plays and sounds as good as she looks. She makes me aspire to be a better player every time I pick her up. One of the best decisions I ever made. Thank you, Steve!

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George R. Lane

Apr-22-2013, 2:21pm

Sid,
How do you attach the strap?

terzinator

Apr-22-2013, 2:42pm

Thanks, Sid. That is tasty.

Sid Simpson

Apr-22-2013, 3:53pm

Sid,
How do you attach the strap?

George,

I use a Neotech neoprene strap. It has a loop for the headstock. I did discuss adding a strap pin with Steve, but opted not to. Ted put his inside the top point, and it seemed to me like the strap would be a bit awkward there. Thought about putting it on the heel block, but then it's in the way when you set the mando down on its back. I run a strap under the neck extension on my A models, but the point, again, causes issues.

The headstock is not ideal, either, but seemed like the best compromise. It's working well for me.

Sid

terzinator

Apr-23-2013, 11:21am

yeah, it would be a difficult choice on strap location... I'd probably start with one under the neck extension, but maybe would add one to the upper horn if the balance was off...

Sid, do you use it for bluegrass, jazz, other styles?

Must... focus... on... playing... rather... than... succumbing... to... MAS...

John Eischen

Apr-23-2013, 2:11pm

Sid, that's gorgeous!!!

Sid Simpson

Apr-23-2013, 5:01pm

Sid, do you use it for bluegrass, jazz, other styles?

I'm a bit of a polyglot, I'm afraid. Not much straight up bluegrass, but I might wander from Autumn Leaves to Black
Orpheus to Rickett's Reel to a bit of Bach. Steve sent it to me with a set of JazzMando flat wounds and the tone was very clear and warm. I'm headed towards more Dawg and jazz. I recently switched to a set of J74's and it's a little sharper, but still clear and balanced. I have been extremely happy with the sound and playability. I can't say enough good things about Steve and his instruments.

Mandolindian

Apr-23-2013, 7:38pm

Thanks Sid!.....That doesn't make the wait for my Sorensen any easier! ;-)

terzinator

Apr-24-2013, 12:06pm

yeah, this is the photo I've been drooling over lately...

http://jazzmando.com/images/SorensenSprite_wcase1.jpg

rb3868

May-02-2013, 8:58pm

yeah, that is a beauty! is that the case that a Sorensen normally comes with? I was gonna ask what was going on with that fret right at the joint, then I realized there was a pick there.

Steve Sorensen

May-03-2013, 9:12am

Is that the case that a Sorensen normally comes with?

RB,

I have the Superior shaped fiberglass cases, the traditional rectangular cases, and also the Bobelock Arrow fiberglass cases.

I do really like these shaped Superior fiberglass cases because they are so light and easy. Wish that they would add rubber "feet" to the hinged side so you could easily stand the case when carrying with the handle.

Of the different options, I'm really impressed with the quality of the Bobelock Arrow cases -- excellent quality and fit. They come with a nice dog case cover that includes a full sized zippered pocket for music and stuff.

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Steve Sorensen

May-13-2013, 9:02am

A little rock and roll attitude to go with the hot chop -

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Ron McMillan

May-13-2013, 9:29am

Oh golly.

vwfye

May-13-2013, 1:37pm

So puuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuurdy!

Steve Sorensen

May-15-2013, 10:35am

Here's a nice little video of Adam at The Mandolin Store checking out a Sprite Two-Point mandolin --

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9naxFi1l7HA

I think Sprites are my favorite build -- no pesky scrolls, but lots of ways to make each instrument special.

Steve

terzinator

May-15-2013, 11:00am

That's why I prefer A's and two-points! Scrolls are PESKY!

seriously... if my ship comes in, I'm ordering a Sprite.

Steve Sorensen

May-23-2013, 11:51pm

Why it's called a Sunburst.

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rb3868

May-24-2013, 7:14pm

A little rock and roll attitude to go with the hot chop -

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I love that colour. one of these days, I'm going to spend way more money than I should

Steve Sorensen

Sep-19-2015, 10:50am

Here's a bit of video from Matthew on his Sprite Two-Point mandola --

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PCp7njOb9M

And some pictures for a better view --

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The Flying Sprite Moose was a special inlay which ties to the Alaskan theme of Matt's band Hot Dish up in Anchorage.