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Apr-06-2020, 6:19am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Shelter-in-place (NMC) in General Mandolin Discussions

When one set of grandparents passed, our family found two cabinets in the downstairs bathroom full of bars of soap. Probably 1,000+ bars. Dating back...

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Apr-05-2020, 12:28pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Shelter-in-place (NMC) in General Mandolin Discussions

Well, so far am not practicing nearly enough on the mandolin. In part because I've transitioned to telework, which was something I seriously opposed...

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Apr-04-2020, 7:07pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread A-type oval hole mandolin for $500? in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Would recommend either the Kentucky models mentioned, or, if you can find one, an Eastman 304. The Eastman gets closer to the old Gibson oval hole...

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Apr-04-2020, 10:08am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Some very fine Nancy Blake mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Her playing has always fascinated me. A beautiful blend of ability and taste. And yes, Natasha's Waltz is one of my most listened to CDs. As well as...

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Apr-04-2020, 9:51am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Northfield's Calhoun Mandolin Feature Video in General Mandolin Discussions

Northfield is located in Marshall, MI, which is in Calhoun county. (Had to look that one up again). (Pre-edit: Was going to say something more, but...

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Apr-04-2020, 7:51am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Northfield F5S On the Way in General Mandolin Discussions

Too bad about the Collings. Have had guitars over the years where that has happened and have had to move on from them. But you did get a good...

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Apr-03-2020, 8:14pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread old Flatiron, old guy, some thoughts in General Mandolin Discussions

Am late to this, but get it cleaned up, maybe replace the nut (can't remember if those are corian or bone). And play it before deciding. Now, when I...

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Apr-02-2020, 5:44am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Something I'll remember for the rest of my life in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

The reason I stopped playing bass was my teacher threw a fit and not only said he would prevent me from ever getting into any professional orchestra,...

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Mar-31-2020, 7:36pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread The virus, the economy, mandolins and you in General Mandolin Discussions

Sorry I'm late to this. Was staying low for a few days. Both my wife and I are fortunate enough to still have jobs. She has to be in one to three...

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Mar-28-2020, 2:10pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread post a video of yourself in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

My first week with the Octave. Pheffernan challenged me with the idea of playing this song. Just out of the hospital a month ago so my voice still...

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Mar-28-2020, 10:50am

lflngpicker replied to a thread [Invitation] Virtual Mandolin Hangout in Jams, Workshops, Camps, Places To Meet Others

That sounds interesting to me, too. Dan in California

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Mar-27-2020, 6:22pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Thanks for pointing that out for me, Pat! I was off and it makes a difference to be sure.

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Mar-27-2020, 6:13pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Pat, I appreciate this reference because it is a rare offering of both round wound and flat wound steel. I like that tone and this gives me another...

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Mar-27-2020, 5:00pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Thanks for that ... what is your scale length? Mine is 20”. Oops! You said that it also is 20”! Guess they wouldn’t fit. You saved me $60.

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Mar-27-2020, 3:34pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

I have been playing the Octave a couple of hours today and I am getting accustomed to it and really enjoying trying a variety of things. Fiddle...

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Mar-27-2020, 3:19pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

Good info guys. My take away is that I will possibly try the Curt Mangans but not the Thomaskins. Otherwise, I enjoy the D’Addario monels on my MT...

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Mar-27-2020, 11:12am

lflngpicker started a thread Are Thomastik-Infeld Strings That much Better? in Equipment

I have a New Eastman MDO 305 Octave, which I really like the way it is opening up new opportunities to grow as a mandolin player. I have noticed the...

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Mar-27-2020, 9:40am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Informal Poll in General Mandolin Discussions

And like some others have said, one in that price range would still have to outperform all my other mandolins. Plus, and been this way since...

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Mar-27-2020, 9:30am

Eric Platt replied to a thread GIROUARD F4 Delivered Today !!! in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Very cool. Every once in a while I think about getting an F4. Maybe will do it sometime down the road. Hopefully you can post a video playing it in...

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Mar-27-2020, 9:29am

Eric Platt replied to a thread My New (Old) KM-1500 in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Very nice. Played one at a festival recently. Extremely fine instrument. May you get many years of joy playing thatone.

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Mar-26-2020, 6:05pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Informal Poll in General Mandolin Discussions

Yes, but the dream instrument is less than that, Lloyd LaPlant. Probably also the only way I'd own an F style. Having said that, am satisfied with...

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