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Yesterday, 5:03pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mid Missouri/Big Muddy Mini Mo. in General Mandolin Discussions

How nice to be near Carter's! Wow, I would go on vacation just to visit there, though I will have to wait until Mrs. B is able or willing to drive me...

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Yesterday, 4:58pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread SNARK ST-2 Super Tight Clip On Tuner in Equipment

Hey guys-- I am grateful for the discussion of tuner accuracy. I must admit that I approach this subject differently than some, but I realize that...

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Dec-13-2018, 8:33pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread torrefied top MT in the house in General Mandolin Discussions

Hi Daryl, Congrats on your new Torrefied Top MT. I like the idea of that fine white stripe in the binding. Gives it a distinction from the other...

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Dec-13-2018, 8:19pm

lflngpicker started a thread SNARK ST-2 Super Tight Clip On Tuner in Equipment

I was ordering strings and remembered to add a clip on tuner. I like to keep one in each case, if possible. I discovered something I am sure most...

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Dec-13-2018, 6:42pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread "in the bleak midwinter", videos and worksheets (all levels) in General Mandolin Discussions

Thank you, Daryl. I went to the site and I am very interested. I read over the worksheets and watched the initial video. He does a very nice job.

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Dec-13-2018, 5:07pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mid Missouri/Big Muddy Mini Mo. in General Mandolin Discussions

I love the MidMo and Big Muddy mandolins, Caleb. I just wonder if you might want to get one of the full size flattops since the mini has the bolt on...

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Dec-13-2018, 4:59pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolins at Guitar Center Geldora Ca. in General Mandolin Discussions

Well said, Jim. It is true that GC has mandolins available online and that makes sense, considering the demand related to percentage of population...

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Dec-13-2018, 3:57pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolins at Guitar Center Geldora Ca. in General Mandolin Discussions

Guitar Center started in a single small shop on Sunset in Hollywood. I was there a few times in the mid-seventies and bought my all time favorite...

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Dec-11-2018, 4:54pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 2012 Kentucky KM1000 Varnish Question from a Newbe... in General Mandolin Discussions

Absolutely! I agree Mandoplumb. Sure beats that half step at the fourth fret on the B guitar string... (said by a guitar lover). The mandolin...

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Dec-11-2018, 12:05pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 2012 Kentucky KM1000 Varnish Question from a Newbe... in General Mandolin Discussions

A varnished Kentucky KM1000 is a pro level instrument and worth holding on to. That said, if you have an interest in upgrading to something made in...

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Dec-11-2018, 10:23am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Eastman MD-315 for Christmas! Woohoo! in General Mandolin Discussions

That is a solid choice in an F Style. And I agree with Doc, sounds like a wonderful partner. Merry Christmas!

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Dec-11-2018, 12:11am

lflngpicker replied to a thread First post - hiya in General Mandolin Discussions

Glad to have you, Jed! This is the best of all online musician forums. Wonderful people, filled with knowledge, and they are willing to share. ...

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Dec-11-2018, 12:06am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Monel users..... in Equipment

I have had a set of the D'Addario Monels on my Collings about 6 weeks. They sound a bit brighter than the J74's but have a wonderful warm, big volume...

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Dec-06-2018, 5:36pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Today's Gryphon visit in General Mandolin Discussions

Very true, Br1ck, I too have just a small portion showing to contact the strings! I have some of the guitar shaped Primetones with raised lettering...

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Dec-06-2018, 9:07am

Denman John replied to a thread Joining the Girouard club - commissioned a build! in General Mandolin Discussions

That is a very beautiful mandolin ~ if it sounds anywhere near how it looks, you've got yourself a keeper! Play it in good health John

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Dec-05-2018, 5:45pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Today's Gryphon visit in General Mandolin Discussions

Br1ck, Do you mean the 513 Triangle shape? If so, I have to say, after reading this I was playing it side by side with the Blue Chip CT pick (same...

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Nov-30-2018, 8:59pm

Mandobart replied to a thread The Ballad of Buster Scruggs on Netflix in Bluegrass, Newgrass, Country, Gospel Variants

I really enjoyed it. Beautifully shot. Good stories.

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Nov-30-2018, 1:13pm

Mandobart replied to a thread AKG D5's to the rescue in Equipment

Thanks Josh for reviving this thread. I picked up a new AKG D5 from zZounds for $41, free 2-day shipping!

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Nov-28-2018, 4:53pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Ricky Jay in General Mandolin Discussions

Dawg, Most sincere sympathies at this time of loss. I am glad you reminded us of your friend's work and many contributions.

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Nov-26-2018, 8:13am

Mandobart replied to a thread Considering purchasing an Eastman MDA315... in CBOM

I've never played an Eastman MDA315, but I have a lot of experience installing JJB PPS-200 pickups in many instruments including mandolin, violin,...

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Nov-25-2018, 4:56pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread An album I didn't know existed. Wth? How? in General Mandolin Discussions

I love this! I played all the samples and just fell in love with these duets. My recent practices have included easy classical pieces just to get me...

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Nov-25-2018, 1:36pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread New Pro-Shot Mandolin Orange video in General Mandolin Discussions

Guess it is actually titled, "Suspended in Heaven", though it is about his Mother. Still loving it!

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Nov-24-2018, 7:53pm

Denman John replied to a thread Alternative mandolin tuners - Waverly are not the only solution in Equipment

Let me start by saying that I have no experience with Rubner tuners, but hold them in high regards from what I've heard and seen online. I would...

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