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Yesterday, 12:49pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Ratliff R5 at Morgan Music in General Mandolin Discussions

My Ratliff has a distinctively bluegrass tone. The flame and finish quality is superior to other F-5's I have owned, including the Gibson F9 and...

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Jun-16-2019, 9:26pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Bridge "leaning" toward peghead in Builders and Repair

Couple things - I always lube the nut and bridge slots with nut sauce or at least graphite. I use a jig to fit the bridge feet to the top. In the...

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Jun-15-2019, 9:05am

Mandobart replied to a thread Playing a five string vs a four in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

It's a regular 16.5" viola (with a high E) strung with Sensicore Octave strings. I use a heavier Incredibow on it. It really rattles my jaw on the...

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Jun-14-2019, 5:35pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread New to the cafe in General Mandolin Discussions

Welcome, Neil (I assume from CA)... my fellow Californian who plays mandolin! Well, you built aircraft so there is a pretty good chance you are from...

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Jun-13-2019, 6:31pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Post A picture of your favorite "A" model in General Mandolin Discussions

Kirk, To the contrary-- that Givens is to be admired for its warm brown stain and great trim. A looker, in my estimation! I would certainly love to...

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Jun-13-2019, 5:59pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Post A picture of your favorite "A" model in General Mandolin Discussions

I am really enjoying the great tone of this MT with the Gloss Top and wide nut. Yes, that is a McClung Armrest on there, too.

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Jun-13-2019, 5:43pm

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

Thanks for all the great suggestions-- I am hoping for a StroboClip HD for my 64th BD in a week. I can appreciate all the other possibilities, as...

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Jun-12-2019, 7:36pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Storage: Case vs Hanging on the Wall in General Mandolin Discussions

Interesting, Br1ck. Where could that be? Wow, I am hoping the my spot is similar. Good for you, either way! :)

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Jun-12-2019, 7:31pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolin Stand Recommendations in Equipment

Thanks for all the great responses. There are a lot of options. Keep 'em coming!

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Jun-11-2019, 5:46pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Playing a five string vs a four in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

I love 5 course instruments tuned in fifths. I've got a C-G-D-A-E 10 string mandola, 10 string mandocello and 10 string Hardanger viola. I also...

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Jun-11-2019, 4:59pm

Mandobart replied to a thread Spruce top v's Ceder top? in Tenor Guitars

I have a western red cedar hybrid F4 built by Sonny Morris and an F5, F4 octave mando and 10 string Hardanger viola all built by Tom Jessen with WRC...

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Jun-10-2019, 12:11pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Cumberland Acoustic’s in General Mandolin Discussions

Sloppy Joe, I recently had a new Cumberland Acoustics bridge installed on my F-5 and It has worked out nicely. The bridge I replaced was a poorly...

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Jun-10-2019, 11:55am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Storage: Case vs Hanging on the Wall in General Mandolin Discussions

Bob, I like your version. I am not sure if it is all because of the sensibility of your standards, such as "establish case discipline" or the fact...

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Jun-10-2019, 11:07am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Another pick grip question in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

I may be incorrect, but I think you want to contrast the pick when parallel to the strings vs. at a 45 degree angle to the strings? Please correct me...

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Jun-10-2019, 9:49am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Sometimes You Do Get What You Want in General Mandolin Discussions

Hi Mike, I have a gloss top wide nut A5 like yours and it is a dream to play. Great to have you back, especially since you pre-dated me. :))

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Jun-10-2019, 9:39am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Kentucky KM180S in General Mandolin Discussions

I had a Japan-made era Kentucky 200s early on and it was a very nice mandolin to get going on. It was virtually the same instrument. I had to file...

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Jun-07-2019, 11:19pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread I'm finally "getting it"! in General Mandolin Discussions

I have played guitar for 56 years and consider it a part of me. The mandolin has been in my life going on six years and I find myself drawn to it. ...

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Jun-07-2019, 11:15pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Collings MT vs MF vs Stivers F in General Mandolin Discussions

I appreciate you posting this! I have an MT and it has a very rich and full sound. It is hard to beat and the action, intonation, fit and finish--...

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Jun-07-2019, 10:58am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolin Orange Information in General Mandolin Discussions

I don't have the info requested, but wanted to chime in that I too am a fan. We are eagerly awaiting a July concert in our area to which we have...

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Jun-06-2019, 1:05pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Eastman 515 V - wow in General Mandolin Discussions

ABmando, I am glad you have "your" mandolin! The Cumberland Acoustic bridge is a great addition as is the expert set up. I recently had a...

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Jun-05-2019, 12:38pm

lflngpicker started a thread Mandolin Stand Recommendations in Equipment

I have utilized guitar stands, but I would like a couple of mandolin appropriate stands for at-home use. I am not wanting high end artistic but...

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Jun-04-2019, 9:14pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Eastmans a keeper? in General Mandolin Discussions

Just to add, the Howard Morris A4's are quite nice, sound Gibson-ish and are built with beautiful tonewoods. Those two-- Eastman and Morris-- are...

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Jun-02-2019, 3:14pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Are Eastmans a keeper? in General Mandolin Discussions

I have owned two Eastmans-- MD605 and MD805V-- and both were superb! In looking at the videos of the shop, there seems to be a great organization and...

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Jun-01-2019, 4:44pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Looking to Replace the Bridge in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Hi Bill and Br1ck, I really appreciate you guys giving me these good answers. I see what you mean and I recognize how that appears, as the way you...

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Jun-01-2019, 11:14am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Looking to Replace the Bridge in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Hi Matt, I appreciate your response and that we share our love of Ratliffs! May I humbly ask, What is "silking"? I know it is a finish concept, but...

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May-31-2019, 6:19pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Ellis A5? in General Mandolin Discussions

I dream of the Ellis A5. The tone, the fit and finish, and the great appearance are to die for. In the meantime, I am really pleased with my...

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May-31-2019, 6:09pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Looking to Replace the Bridge in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I wanted to complete the thread for future reference. The CA bridge described above was installed wonderfully at Folk Music Center in Claremont. ...

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May-30-2019, 7:18pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread If you could have any mandolin in the world…. in General Mandolin Discussions

I would go for an Ellis A5. Barron Collins-Hill, whose lessons I appreciate, plays one and it has great tone and resonance. It seems like a good...

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