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Yesterday, 10:36am

Philphool replied to a thread Picked up a fiddle recently.. in General Mandolin Discussions

If I were even under 40, I'd definitely want to start learning to fiddle. At this point, it's too late. No one will want to hear a mediocre fiddle...

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Yesterday, 10:21am

Philphool replied to a thread Kerman Mandolin status as of 2019 in General Mandolin Discussions

Frankly, I've never heard of them. The website gives NO information. Is there more info anywhere?

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Yesterday, 9:31am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Advice on how to learn sheet music? in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Here is a link to the book Gina Willis recommended. I found it useful as well. R/ http://www.stringthingm.com/Standard_Notation_Tab_Mando.html

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Dec-04-2019, 4:42pm

Philphool replied to a thread Mandolin Orange Information in General Mandolin Discussions

Have you tried Jerry Brown at the Rubber Room, a recording studio in Chapel Hill where the CD was recorded? Just a thought; he might have some info...

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Dec-04-2019, 12:02pm

Philphool replied to a thread New Northfield Model M in General Mandolin Discussions

I was the second owner of the #2 Model M. Its tone surprised me with its depth given its price. The neck was maybe the most comfortable narrow...

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Dec-04-2019, 11:57am

Philphool replied to a thread Best Armrest in Equipment

I've bought perhaps 5 or 6 of Doug's armrests through the years. All except the first have been McClungs. Love them.

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Dec-04-2019, 9:06am

Philphool replied to a thread My pinky won't go where I tell it! in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

When forming 4 finger chords (chop chords): 1. Make sure you're approaching th fingerboard like a fiddle player (fingers almost parallel to...

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Dec-03-2019, 10:30am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Obscure Tony Rice tabs. No mando content. in General Mandolin Discussions

Thanks …… R /

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Dec-02-2019, 10:34am

Philphool replied to a thread Damage to Loar A5??? in Vintage Instruments

I think it's in the general vicinity of Oregon now. Elderly in 2010 offered it for $342,000, IIRC. I presume that was a consignment offer.

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Dec-02-2019, 10:02am

Philphool replied to a thread "New techniques" for instrument restoration (NMC) in Builders and Repair

Of course we think that. Given the amount of knowledge this guy had, and the materials at hand, he didn't do such a bad job. And maybe he just...

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Dec-01-2019, 11:28am

Philphool replied to a thread Damage to Loar A5??? in Vintage Instruments

Seems unlikely, doesn't it? That's why I thought someone might have a good story from the old days.

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Dec-01-2019, 9:46am

Philphool replied to a thread Damage to Loar A5??? in Vintage Instruments

Addendum: I've looked through some old pix and found some evidence of wear years ago, but perhaps to a lesser degree. So, I am now supposing that...

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Dec-01-2019, 9:31am

Philphool started a thread Damage to Loar A5??? in Vintage Instruments

I recently came across a picture of the Loar A5 which apparently shows an area where the finish is scraped (or worn) off of the treble side of the...

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Nov-30-2019, 8:20pm

Philphool replied to a thread The Ghost Mandolin in Builders and Repair

I think it looks good, but you need to be playing something jazzy while wearing a tuxedo.;)

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Nov-30-2019, 5:48pm

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Picked up a fiddle recently.. in General Mandolin Discussions

Agreed Mandobar …. a good bow and setup make a world of difference in playability..... I started sawing on the strings when my youngest went off to...

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Nov-30-2019, 4:56pm

Philphool replied to a thread D'Addario Strings - Ask Us Anything in Equipment

I'll say it once more: Unroll the strings with the loops facing left; then work with 2 strings at a time; hold the paper tab with your right...

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Nov-29-2019, 1:26pm

Philphool replied to a thread Counting Tree Growth Lines ? in General Mandolin Discussions

Mike, I think I see your point. The fallacy is that a difference in the age of the individual rings makes a difference. All the stuff that we...

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Nov-28-2019, 2:25pm

Philphool replied to a thread Classifieds in General Mandolin Discussions

Quote Originally Posted by Philphool Remember that the classifieds are there for everyone, not just you. What I meant by this is that...

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Nov-28-2019, 1:35pm

Philphool replied to a thread D'Addario Delivers A Holiday Turkey in Equipment

Sorry. I totally disagree. Couldn't stand the feel of the EXP coating. XTs sound less jangly to me right out of the pack. I really can't FEEL...

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Nov-27-2019, 8:30pm

Philphool replied to a thread Classifieds in General Mandolin Discussions

Sellers would like for you to at least see the picture and perhaps be tempted to change your budget. Pretty obvious isn't it? Remember that the...

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Nov-25-2019, 9:38am

Philphool commented on blog entry Mandolin Mondays #204 w/ Special Guest Jesper Rübner-Petersen in dbmandolin

"Chop Melody". Very cool.

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Nov-23-2019, 1:59pm

Philphool replied to a thread PEEK Pick by EML Picks in Equipment

Radex D'Andrea picks are the least pick click producer that I've found. Not quite as fast off the strings as BC. NFI

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Nov-23-2019, 12:49pm

Philphool replied to a thread Improvising in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Thanks Ralph. I've reread the responses on the previous page and a dim bulb is beginning to light up a little. My musical history has been one...

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Nov-22-2019, 9:19am

Philphool replied to a thread Dots or no dots in Builders and Repair

Markers on the face of the fretboard don't matter to me. Side markers I like and use. In fact, I wish EVERYBODY would put 2 dots on the side...

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Nov-20-2019, 8:49am

Philphool replied to a thread Truss rod or not? in Builders and Repair

I've owned 2 very nice mandolins, each costing 5K to 10K, which had non-adjustable truss rods which needed refrets to replace non-worn out frets so...

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Nov-19-2019, 5:15pm

Philphool replied to a thread No more EXP74's? in Equipment

Ted, Do you have any insight on exactly what is meant by "Strings stay in tune 131% better than traditional strings!" ? E.g. does it mean for a...

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Nov-19-2019, 10:40am

Philphool replied to a thread Material Below the Bridge in General Mandolin Discussions

Here's a picture of the wood of which I speak.

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Nov-19-2019, 10:27am

Philphool replied to a thread No more EXP74's? in Equipment

I've had XTs on a couple of mandolins for the past 6 weeks or so. I like the sound and expecially like the feel of the strings much better than...

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Nov-18-2019, 10:54am

Philphool replied to a thread Improvising in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Ralph, You have to know that I'm not really a jazz guy. Although I enjoy some jazz, my ignorance is overwhelming. So I'm not noticing all those...

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Nov-18-2019, 10:28am

UsuallyPickin replied to a thread Happy Birthday, Mandolin Cafe! in General Mandolin Discussions

Happy Birthday indeed and many thanks R/

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