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Today, 4:10pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread A pair of Diamonds in General Mandolin Discussions

Those are something to behold and I would bet sound great! Congrats!

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Yesterday, 8:06pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread Charles Johnson - Mandolin World Headquarters in General Mandolin Discussions

I bought a case from him; it was as though I was purchasing from a friend! He’s a good guy!

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Yesterday, 10:29am

Steve Sorensen replied to a thread Post a picture of what's on your bench? in Builders and Repair

Ol' number 002 getting a little French Polish refresh for IBMA 2019 -- This is the first Sorensen Pacifica, and the mandolin, picked by my...

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Sep-17-2019, 8:34pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread Mandolin art (drawing) in General Mandolin Discussions

Nice art work! Very impressive work done by all!

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Sep-16-2019, 1:33am

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

Here's Silas Powell paying his respects at the final resting place of Bill Monroe with, "My Last Days on Earth", on his Sorensen Stealth prototype. ...

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Sep-13-2019, 11:29am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A5G value in General Mandolin Discussions

I think that would be a good $2500? I would look with interest at that price.

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Sep-13-2019, 11:28am

lflngpicker replied to a thread New Weber Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Sounds like a really great mandolin, Richard! So happy for you! Play it in health!

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Sep-13-2019, 8:04am

Skip Kelley replied to a thread What's up with USPS? in General Mandolin Discussions

That’s my experience with the postal service. I recently ordered some stuff from Missouri; it arrived in NC, went back out west and then eventually...

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Sep-12-2019, 12:51pm

Steve Sorensen replied to a thread Introducing the Sorensen VX in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Joey Lazio on his new Sorensen VX -- Steve

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Sep-11-2019, 2:36pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Trump tariffs and Eastman in General Mandolin Discussions

I am concerned about this and I have been wondering when the tariffs would begin to affect instrument and amplifier availability, as well as consumer...

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Sep-11-2019, 10:47am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Prettiest Peghead Inlays Ever in General Mandolin Discussions

Truly unique and I love it!

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Sep-11-2019, 8:22am

Skip Kelley replied to a thread XT D'Addario Mandolin Strings? in Equipment

I’ve had that X series on my guitar for a year. I’m impressed by the strings. They still sound good. I’m going to get them for my mandolins. NFI.

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Sep-10-2019, 12:32pm

Rich Benson replied to a thread My Pava in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I'm about a month away from delivery of my 2nd Pava Pro A, this one an oval. What a great shop! Can't say enough good things about the group of...

18 replies | 897 view(s)

Sep-09-2019, 8:37pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread A New Pick For Slick? in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Welcome to the Cafe’!

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Sep-09-2019, 7:35pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread A word of encouragement (but maybe not) in General Mandolin Discussions

Just be the best you can be, strive for perfection, but, most of all enjoy your journey!

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Sep-09-2019, 7:30pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread Valuing a Gibson by Dr Lori in Vintage Instruments

She really has no clue but, she thinks she does!

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Sep-07-2019, 12:56pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

This is an important and necessary improvement for one of the best sounding and most dependable mandolins ever made! Thanks again, Russ!

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Sep-07-2019, 12:52pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Prettiest Peghead Inlays Ever in General Mandolin Discussions

Tom, That is indeed a very unique and beautiful inlay on this peghead. I thank you for posting it here! Dan

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Sep-07-2019, 12:45pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Help! YouTube blocked my video in General Mandolin Discussions

So true, Br1ck! Thanks!

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Sep-06-2019, 11:04am

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

Excited to have a new Band of Ruhks album coming out next month with a lot of great new mando work on that Sorensen FX by Don Rigsby! Here's the...

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Sep-05-2019, 6:09pm

Steve Sorensen replied to a thread Introducing the Sorensen VX in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

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Sep-05-2019, 10:45am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Help! YouTube blocked my video in General Mandolin Discussions

For that matter, "The thrill is Gone" and "House of the Rising Son" (particularly) are in a similar minor blues form. Great observation about...

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Sep-05-2019, 10:26am

lflngpicker replied to a thread F5's from $3000-5000 worth considering - Sept '19 in General Mandolin Discussions

I would say that Poe and BRW are great targets. I would love to have the chance to own the Pava and Northfield as well, but the first two are highly...

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Sep-03-2019, 9:10pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread My International Violin A-Style Build in Builders and Repair

Nice job!

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Sep-03-2019, 9:02pm

Skip Kelley replied to a thread East Tennessee Blues in General Mandolin Discussions

Kevin, here’s a link to video from several years ago. I don’t play with a group anymore or get to pick as much as I would like. The fiddle player is...

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Sep-02-2019, 10:51am

lflngpicker replied to a thread String journey on a Collings MT in Equipment

Thanks for the info and ideas, Caleb and Pops1!

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Sep-02-2019, 10:27am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Silverangel Econo A #446 in General Mandolin Discussions

Congrats Doug! What a great looking instrument! Enjoy!

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Sep-02-2019, 8:59am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Help! YouTube blocked my video in General Mandolin Discussions

You can appeal the decision and for justification explain that your video version is for educational purposes and no monetary gain. At some point,...

22 replies | 854 view(s)

Sep-01-2019, 2:46pm

lflngpicker commented on article Waterloo Mandolin Giveaway Registration Start Date Announced in Special Events

Thanks for putting this opportunity out there! Looking forward to entering.

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Sep-01-2019, 1:33pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread String journey on a Collings MT in Equipment

Hi Caleb, Glad you keep reviving this discussion. I have an MT to this day, although it is my second, and I no longer have the original one. I have...

112 replies | 22049 view(s)

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