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Today, 11:05am

Philphool replied to a thread personalised mando strap in Equipment

Ronny Harrison in Woodlawn, VA makes some nice ones. Also Sully's straps. Lots of others.

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Today, 9:06am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread I know that tune... um... how's it go again? in Bluegrass, Newgrass, Country, Gospel Variants

Yeah …. The first melody line... sometimes all it takes it the correct kick off. And when you get down to it many of these songs are so similar that...

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Today, 8:55am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Top 5 Sam Bush tracks in General Mandolin Discussions

Brilliancy, Russian Rag, Sapporo, Reach, You Don't Knock ……. Enjoy … R/

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Yesterday, 9:25am

Philphool replied to a thread what is the best selling mandolin in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Like "what mandolin should I buy" hasn't been played to death.:)):)):)):)):)) ROF

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Yesterday, 8:59am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread What has your mandolin been called? in General Mandolin Discussions

I recently played at a church and a very young fellow …. first or second grade came up to me after the set and said" I really like your little...

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Yesterday, 8:45am

Philphool replied to a thread Ellis A5? in General Mandolin Discussions

I'm not Geoff, but I played all three Gils at Carter's several weeks ago. All were nice, but the Gil Fern on consignment was outstanding with regard...

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Aug-23-2019, 10:57am

Philphool replied to a thread Engraved Truss Rod Cover in Equipment

Okay, but they're terrible from my tablet: Looks better in person.

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Aug-23-2019, 8:46am

Philphool replied to a thread Engraved Truss Rod Cover in Equipment

I just received the one I ordered from these folks. Great product. Only issue was that the bell was slightly too wide to fit between the two lowest...

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Aug-21-2019, 12:04pm

Philphool replied to a thread Installing a James tailpiece on a Collings MT2 in Equipment

No need to post in several areas. One simple phone call to Collings will likely answer the question.

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Aug-20-2019, 8:15am

Philphool replied to a thread Straight Up Strings by Siminoff - any thoughts or experiences? in Equipment

I tried Straight Up Strings and couldn't tell any significant difference in sound from J74s and such. I found the technical explanations for the...

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Aug-20-2019, 8:12am

Philphool replied to a thread Silk and Steel Strings? in Equipment

I tried silk & steel strings several years ago on a couple of mandolins which were a little "tinny" sounding instead of mellow. The silk & steel...

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Aug-19-2019, 8:54pm

Philphool replied to a thread Jamie Wiens Mandolins in General Mandolin Discussions

I played that Wiens w/ virzi several weeks ago while in Nashville. It sounded very nice and played well. Not a banjo killer, but very nice full...

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Aug-19-2019, 3:54pm

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Please help! Fixing my pick direction in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

One teacher I had at a workshop recommended to never stop the down up down up motion. When you come to a quarter note or rest you don't make contact...

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Aug-19-2019, 3:03pm

Philphool replied to a thread Seller’s Remorse - 2008 custom Weber Fern in General Mandolin Discussions

If you haven't already, you might google his name in case he has a web page now. Also, many people have made email changes through the years from...

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Aug-19-2019, 8:44am

Philphool replied to a thread beside the mandolin. in General Mandolin Discussions

I learned a few banjo tunes 35 years ago, Scruggs style. Wisely gave it up after I noticed that the banjo weighs about a ton. I still have one in...

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Aug-19-2019, 8:41am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Silk and Steel Strings? in Equipment

I have always believed that for each mandolin and player there is a perfect string. IMO silk and steel don't sound good on a mandolin. So much so...

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Aug-19-2019, 8:09am

Philphool commented on blog entry Mandolin Mondays #190 w/ Special Guest Mark Stoffel in dbmandolin

Just pretty!

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Aug-18-2019, 10:15pm

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread beside the mandolin. in General Mandolin Discussions

Well …. I would say I flirt with playing the banjo. With judicious use of a capo. It is a fun instrument to mess with a bit. R/

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Aug-17-2019, 10:32pm

Philphool replied to a thread what is the best selling mandolin in Looking for Information About Mandolins

You're kidding. Right?~:>:whistling:

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Aug-16-2019, 8:57am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Woodstock in General Mandolin Discussions

Yeah I was 16 and living in SoCal … I did see it as a first run movie. I had to go to L.A. as it was not shown in Orange County. . . .R/

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Aug-16-2019, 8:54am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread What’s your travel case? in General Mandolin Discussions

Calton. But then I don't take a travel mandolin and have , so far, been allowed to carry it on. I do always pay any early boarding fee. R/

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Aug-16-2019, 8:45am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Loudness with Chris Thile CT 55 Bluechip pick? in Equipment

Well ….. I can say with surety that no one to date has said they couldn't hear me play with a CT-55 ……. R/

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Aug-16-2019, 8:40am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Micing my Farmers Market/Retirement Home Bluegrass band in Equipment

It always depends on the venue. One microphone with people moving in and out is best if you can make it work. With seven players I would set up three...

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Aug-15-2019, 2:21pm

Philphool replied to a thread Woodstock in General Mandolin Discussions

Well, I was about to start a semester including 3 chemistry courses, calculus, physics, and German. I probably should have been in NY with...

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Aug-15-2019, 2:16pm

Philphool replied to a thread Loudness with Chris Thile CT 55 Bluechip pick? in Equipment

Congratulations on finding an 8 year old pick thread to comment on.:whistling:

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Aug-15-2019, 12:02pm

Philphool replied to a thread Congratulations to Eli Wildman - Galax Mandolin winner x2 in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Steve, Are you bringing any AX models to IBMA this year? Would love to try one.

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Aug-15-2019, 8:39am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Help! I can't hear the beat when I play a break in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Well the first step toward solving a "problem" is to recognize there is one. Consider approaching your "problem" like this. First listen to a song...

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Aug-13-2019, 12:49pm

JFDilmando replied to a thread Free Waterloo Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

I would love to have it to give to a young student !! send two !

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Aug-13-2019, 9:24am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Lose grip on a thick pick or use a thin pick? in General Mandolin Discussions

Hmmm …. What music you are playing makes a difference on your choice of plectrum. What ever you choose to use and play a loose wrist and loose grip...

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Aug-12-2019, 3:03pm

Philphool replied to a thread Round core mandolin strings? in Equipment

Just to add one more option, Mapes advertises strings with an OCTAGONAL core also. I suppose this gives an effect somewhere between round core and...

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