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Today, 7:53pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Love the One You’re With in General Mandolin Discussions

Am really looking forward to trying things out there as we pass through town next month. Been many a year since I've been there. And, yes, a...

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Today, 7:49pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Electronic tuner: guide, or unquestionable authority? in General Mandolin Discussions

Will try to get close with the tuner and then final adjustment by ear. Sometimes, as on the Eastman OM it might take a few minutes. Depending on the...

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Today, 5:27pm

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

Holy Cow! That is a bit too much, huh? :disbelief:Thanks for posting!

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Today, 6:49am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Vintage Gibson oval hole in Vintage Instruments

Want to point out that a deeper body in and of itself doesn't necessarily mean more bass response. My '41 Strad-O-Lin (1 15/16") is deeper than...

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Yesterday, 8:48pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Pava Arrived in General Mandolin Discussions

Congrats on your Pava! I am glad to hear that it plays wonderfully and sounds so great!

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Aug-23-2019, 11:04pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread I'm buying a Mandolin in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Welcome! I agree with the majority above that the Eastman and Kentucky would be the best all around choices. So glad you joined.

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Aug-23-2019, 10:59pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolin Orange and NPR's tiny desk concert in General Mandolin Discussions

We are big fans! My wife and I watched this together and she loved it. Thank you!

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Aug-23-2019, 10:43pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Some days are like that . . . in General Mandolin Discussions

FredK, I just want to say I loved the content of your post, too, but you can write, bro! You have gift for putting words to paper. Thanks for the...

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Aug-21-2019, 10:15am

lflngpicker replied to a thread James tailpiece on a Collings MT2 in General Mandolin Discussions

That looks great, Don! Thanks for the info.

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Aug-21-2019, 5:20am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Soliciting suggestions for my next mandolin (or not) in General Mandolin Discussions

Already have an OM. Just trying not to take 3 or more instruments to a gig (guitar, mando, OM).

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Aug-20-2019, 7:22pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Soliciting suggestions for my next mandolin (or not) in General Mandolin Discussions

What type of strings would you recommend? I went with the flatwounds because they have the most bass of any strings I've tried. This Collings is...

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Aug-20-2019, 5:10pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread James tailpiece on a Collings MT2 in General Mandolin Discussions

I am watching this thread because it is of interest to me, too, though I have an MT. Thanks for the question! :mandosmiley:

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Aug-20-2019, 5:07pm

lflngpicker started a thread Prettiest Peghead Inlays Ever in General Mandolin Discussions

I had to point out the beauty of the peg head on this mandolin being listed on the MC Classifieds -- Incredible! ...

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Aug-19-2019, 5:56pm

Eric Platt started a thread Soliciting suggestions for my next mandolin (or not) in General Mandolin Discussions

Don't really need something else. Been playing the Collings MT and both Gibson oval holes a lot. But - while I love the volume and just about...

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Aug-19-2019, 8:20am

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

Hope you find it again, Kevin. I understand that longing for an old instrument sold or in my case, stolen. In 1975 someone entered my apartment and...

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Aug-19-2019, 8:13am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Man I need a good tuner... in Equipment

I did get the StroboClip HD for my BD, and am using it religiously. It is so accurate, but it is a skill building exercise. Getting used to it and...

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Aug-18-2019, 7:25am

Eric Platt started a thread Question about a Flatiron A model oval hole in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Was searching around and found this - https://reverb.com/item/25801724-gibson-the-flatiron-a-oval Was this Nashville or off-shore? Don't want to...

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Aug-17-2019, 7:09pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Eastman MD515 Upgrades in Equipment

Depending on the model, it might already have felt under the tailpiece. If the grommets seem to help, I say keep them. Have used them on my Eastman...

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Aug-13-2019, 7:35pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Free Waterloo Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Yes, please. And it would be a nice match to my Waterloo Jumbo King Deluxe.

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Aug-12-2019, 5:38am

Eric Platt replied to a thread What is the most mandolins you've owned at one time? in General Mandolin Discussions

Well, if we start to include guitars, that's 3. Which is interesting as I considered myself exclusively a guitarist for 20 years. And none of these...

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Aug-11-2019, 6:50pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread What is the most mandolins you've owned at one time? in General Mandolin Discussions

Whatever is in my signature at the moment. Have oval holes and F holes, modern and vintage. Really admire folks that have one (or two). But that's...

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Aug-11-2019, 7:49am

lflngpicker replied to a thread My new Silverangel Econo A has arrived! in General Mandolin Discussions

That is a thing of beauty! The one piece back caught my eye. Wow!

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Aug-10-2019, 9:18pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Engraved Truss Rod Cover in Equipment

That is so nice, Mike! I will have to get one someday on my Ratliff R5.

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Aug-10-2019, 9:13pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Jerry Rosa & Rosa String Works in General Mandolin Discussions

Fretbear, I agree! I have been watching Jerry's videos the last few weeks as we have been inside a lot due to the heat in California and retirement. ...

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Aug-10-2019, 8:03pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Vintage Gibson oval hole in Vintage Instruments

My 1927 (or 29) Junior has gotten a lot of compliments over the time I've had it. The 1910 A is good, but doesn't have the bass of the later ones. ...

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Aug-07-2019, 4:59am

Eric Platt replied to a thread A trip to Elderly in General Mandolin Discussions

Can't wait to stop there next month when we're passing through to FinnFest. Haven't been there in 25 years. Really looking forward to trying out the...

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Aug-05-2019, 5:00pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Sawchyn for a newb? in General Mandolin Discussions

Another voice chipping in - yes, for Irish and Nordic music that would be an excellent instrument. I see a lot of Nordic players using flat tops. ...

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Aug-05-2019, 2:14pm

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

Russ, Thank you very much for the descriptive "tour" and photos. You did a great job and it adds to my faith that these will work well on at least...

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Aug-05-2019, 2:06pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Waterloo Mandolin Released in General Mandolin Discussions

I have also seen originals that are playable for less than the Waterloo. But they seem to be scarce right now. And as I mentioned earlier, my...

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Aug-04-2019, 7:30am

Eric Platt replied to a thread 1940s Gibson A-50 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Very nice find. That one should be a keeper. Definitely a Kalamazoo made instrument.

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