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Jan-17-2019, 2:47pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolin Orange on Live from Here in General Mandolin Discussions

Evan, I agree on the Sullivan A comment. I really liked the woody tone of the Sullivan with Andrew playing it with their material. The Gilchrist is...

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Jan-17-2019, 2:43pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolin Orange on Live from Here in General Mandolin Discussions

Hi Steve! Thanks for posting. I am a big fan and planned to listen but was tied up during that time slot. This is a big help!

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Jan-17-2019, 2:38pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Collings in General Mandolin Discussions

I love my MT. It has a gloss top and glossy headstock, with white binding and a wide nut. So comfortable to play! Not an MT2, but I love the tone...

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Jan-16-2019, 9:16am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Opinions on the Dobro Ampliphonic Mandolin in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Just wanted to add, Don Young, the founder of the 2nd iteration of National Reso-phonic Guitars, designed the RM-1 and developed those mandolins. He...

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Jan-16-2019, 8:06am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Post A Picture Of Yourself in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

That guitar is a hoss! Thanks for posting. :)

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Jan-13-2019, 12:45am

Mandobart replied to a thread Mandolin strings along OM strings on an octave mandolin like 12 ? in CBOM

You can use regular ball end guitar strings of the correct gage if they have hollow vs solid brass balls and you carefully snip the balls with a pair...

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Jan-11-2019, 7:02am

Mandobart replied to a thread Real talk: Are the C strings in the J78 packs dead? in CBOM

I've bought a lot of Newtone strings (but not custom sets) through the well known online string companies, never had an issue with price or delivery....

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Jan-11-2019, 6:54am

Mandobart replied to a thread Mandolin strings along OM strings on an octave mandolin like 12 ? in CBOM

I've used octave paired vs unison strings on a mandolin, mandola, octave mandolin and mandocello. I didn't like how it sounded on mandolin, but I...

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Jan-11-2019, 6:40am

Mandobart replied to a thread Mandolin without marks on the neck in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

My 1930's Regal resonator mandolin had no side dots on the white platic binding. I used a black sharpie to add dots. They rubbed off in a couple...

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Jan-10-2019, 4:19pm

Mandobart replied to a thread MAS or not in General Mandolin Discussions

My mandolin experience began by accident, helping my neighbor getting a cheapo mando back into playable condition. I hadn't found this forum at that...

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Jan-10-2019, 4:41am

Mandobart replied to a thread Forum Economics? in General Mandolin Discussions

I've also been politely schooled by one of the moderators on AGF. At first I understood it to mean they didn't want direct links over here to the...

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Jan-07-2019, 10:57pm

Denman John replied to a thread How do you store your instruments when not playing in Builders and Repair

Keep them handy hanging on the wall in the living room. RH isn't a problem where I live.

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Jan-06-2019, 1:00pm

Mandobart replied to a thread How do you store your instruments when not playing in Builders and Repair

I've heard bow bugs are a bigger problem in the case, and one of the treatments is to leave the bow and open case out in the sunshine and open air.

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Jan-06-2019, 7:09am

Mandobart replied to a thread How do you store your instruments when not playing in Builders and Repair

Like this: This is in my heated, insulated, humidity-controlled basement. I keep 'em where I can see 'em, reach 'em and play 'em. I don't...

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Jan-04-2019, 12:47pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Should I upgrade to a better instrument in General Mandolin Discussions

I agree with most everything above, from the recommendations to get a great set up, to the importance of technique and practice, and finally, that an...

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Jan-02-2019, 9:23pm

Denman John replied to a thread Received my frist mandolin, now what? in General Mandolin Discussions

Leave the mandolin out where you're going to play it. If it's easily accessible, your more likely to pick it up and play it. Our cases are in a...

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Dec-30-2018, 9:16am

Mandobart replied to a thread Don't be nervous in General Mandolin Discussions

I would consider showing up and watching/listening a few times to see who of the regular attendees may be approachable enough to ask (before or after...

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Dec-29-2018, 11:09pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread NMD Elkhorn A-5 Deluxe in General Mandolin Discussions

Congrats Rob-- play on brutha!

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Dec-28-2018, 7:14pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Goals for 2019 in General Mandolin Discussions

To all who are waiting "to get good enough" before venturing out to play with others: 1. First the bad news - you'll never get there if you want to...

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Dec-27-2018, 7:22pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Flatwound strings for acoustic mandolin w/ pickup? in Equipment

I do think the flatwound strings I've used were quieter, on both mando and guitar. I do really like the sound and feel of D'addario flattop strings...

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Dec-27-2018, 7:20pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Flatwound strings for acoustic mandolin w/ pickup? in Equipment

Magnetic coil pickups work best with ferromagnetic strings - nickel, monel, steel and less well with non-ferromagnetic strings (phosphor bronze,...

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Dec-27-2018, 6:40pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Goals for 2019 in General Mandolin Discussions

Begin learning jazz chords and chord melody on mandolin and guitar. Focus on clean fiddle playing.

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Dec-27-2018, 6:04pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Acoustic preamp for mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Before I too came around to the FireEye by Redeye, I tried a few other preamps. I recommend something that can run off a 9 volt battery or phantom,...

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Dec-27-2018, 5:54pm

Mandobart replied to a thread choosing a mandolin for playability in Equipment

Don't know how far from Missoula you are, but the second best thing you can do is check out Greg Boyd. The most important thing to do is meet other...

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Dec-27-2018, 5:44pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Gravity Pick Gold Series in Equipment

For a while on my pick quest I used the Gravity acrylic picks. I love the oval grip hole. I use 2.0 mm and thicker picks. The acrylics gave a very...

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Dec-26-2018, 5:33pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread I’d rather have Jesus in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Jesse, Played expertly and your KM900 is as great sounding as anything I have heard. I couldn't help hear the inspiring lyrics in my head as you...

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Dec-26-2018, 5:09pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread TKD Mandolins in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I have dealt with the Mando shop and found the owner to be a very professional and honorable guy. He sold me a J Bovier several years ago and set it...

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Dec-25-2018, 6:44pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Buying a Mandolin in Equipment

Can you find a used Godin or Harmony Batwing? Those have electronics and are respectably in your price range.

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Dec-24-2018, 1:53pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Join the Oregon Mandolin Orchestra in Jams, Workshops, Camps, Places To Meet Others

I'd love to, but I live about 4 hours away (if the weather is good) and I still work full-time.

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Dec-24-2018, 1:51pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Copyright to Public Domain, Big Event Imminent ... in General Mandolin Discussions

My understanding is if you play "I Am a Pilgrim", for example, exactly like Merle Travis did, including the lyrics (which differ slightly from the...

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