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Today, 4:14pm

lflngpicker replied to a discussion Raindrops keep fallin' on my Head in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

What a reward to participate! I didn't understand what this group was for-- I thought it was a songwriting thing. Now, I get that it is songs to...

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Today, 3:15am

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

Dave, Run a pick over the strings below the bridge and also above the nut. If you hear a "live" unmuted response, that same response is happening...

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Nov-13-2019, 9:13pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread Mandolin Close Ups in General Mandolin Discussions

I’ve done quite a bit of fret leveling at the neck joint area on factory mandolins. Not a big deal. It should fix this issue quickly.

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Nov-13-2019, 7:58pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread We Honor Your Service in General Mandolin Discussions

God bless all who have served!

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Nov-12-2019, 9:03pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolin Orange on today Show in General Mandolin Discussions

I think of Mandolin Orange's songs as who they are as songwriters and appreciate the depth of their lyrics. True, their musicianship is exceptional,...

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Nov-12-2019, 8:24pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread Gus Ingo anyone? in Bluegrass, Newgrass, Country, Gospel Variants

i just stumbled across this on YouTube. This guy’s music is awesome! Really fine picking and and Orange Blossom Special is killer!

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Nov-12-2019, 4:40pm

lflngpicker replied to a discussion Raindrops keep fallin' on my Head in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

I have mandolin and vocal version of the same. :)

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Nov-12-2019, 1:32pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread What does a mando set-up cost in your area? in Equipment

I believe guitar center does a basic guitar set up for about $50. It it involves a bridge installation and set up a mandolin would be around $150 at...

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Nov-10-2019, 7:23pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Who has thin bluechips? in Equipment

I added a Blue Chip SR 60 this week with the round bevel. I also own a CT 55. They are worth the price!

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Nov-10-2019, 7:18pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Andrew Marlin's Pick in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Meanwhile, I bought a Blue Chip SR 60, as I have a CT 55 and enjoy that one. I got the round bevel this time to avoid any hang ups on strings when...

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Nov-09-2019, 9:24pm

Steve Sorensen replied to a thread The new Sorensen Stealth . . . in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Here is a YouTube video of Danny Roberts talking about the cobalt blue Stealth -- I previously posted a link to this post from Facebook and...

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Nov-09-2019, 4:34pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread St. Anne’s Reel in General Mandolin Discussions

Kevin, Really great job! I play this song and know how far beyond my version of this tune your playing here represents! Excellent improvisation, as...

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Nov-07-2019, 5:00pm

Steve Sorensen replied to a thread Sorensen Tone in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Here's an update from Danny Roberts -- Steve

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Nov-04-2019, 7:07pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread favourite strings in General Mandolin Discussions

Hi Mandobart! I am glad you shared about the DR Rare strings on your F5. I have not tried those though I have tried the DR Pure Blues on my Strat...

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Nov-04-2019, 7:01pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Andrew Marlin's Pick in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

At 33:13, as you indicated, that pick does look fairly small. Going up the neck is definitely a technique he uses, also. Interesting! Thanks for...

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Nov-04-2019, 6:58pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Andrew Marlin's Pick in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

onassis, Very interesting thoughts! Thanks for the reply. I agree that the large triangle makes a lot of sense. My best sound and fluid play...

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Nov-04-2019, 6:53pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Andrew Marlin's Pick in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

gtani7, I appreciate the ideas! I went to that link and think that those teardrop picks might be worth a try. Thanks!

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Nov-04-2019, 6:51pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Andrew Marlin's Pick in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Thanks Kevin. Admittedly, it is hard to tell from a video. The one time we saw him in July we had a great seat in the front, but on the side. I...

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Nov-04-2019, 6:47pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Who has thin bluechips? in Equipment

yankees1: I would like to ask for the sake of my own consideration: Do you get the speed bevel or the round? I was thinking the rounded may be more...

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Nov-02-2019, 9:36pm

Rich Benson replied to a thread Strap installation question in Equipment

No need to cut it. Slide the end of the closed loop under the strings from the treble side to the bass side. Then pass the other end of the strap...

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Nov-02-2019, 8:35pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread favourite strings in General Mandolin Discussions

IMHO, Phosphor bronze strings are not "a young whipper snapper thing"-- unless you count 64 years old in that category. :)) I first began to use PB...

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Nov-02-2019, 8:24pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Pain in Fretting Hand? in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

I agree with Usuallypickin'. I get a more relaxed left hand by increasing the angle of the neck toward the left shoulder, as opposed to level to the...

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Nov-02-2019, 7:59pm

lflngpicker started a thread Andrew Marlin's Pick in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

I like to watch players and their technique, as most of us do. Mandolin Orange is a favorite and currently in our queue... if that is the word for...

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Nov-01-2019, 7:12pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread Olive oil staining on top? in Builders and Repair

That’s something that I didn’t think of! Makes sense now!

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