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Yesterday, 5:48pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

You have posed some very good questions and I think a good argument to support them. A thought provoking post, indeed. Thank you.

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Yesterday, 5:41pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Sorensen Tone in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

Steve, What a wonderful mandolin! Great playing by Chip, too! Thanks for posting!

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Yesterday, 12:42pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Ellis, Pava, or Collings MT2 in Equipment

I am late to this party, but wanted to add my thoughts on the MT. The Engelmann Spruce top on my 2017 MT Gloss Top does not have the piercing or ice...

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Yesterday, 6:59am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Little Donald in the Pigpen as Congress reels... in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Great playing Michael, nice to see and hear you posting, and very interesting combination of the two tunes, musically speaking.

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Jun-01-2020, 8:36pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Am I being to Critical on New Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

I think if it bothers you, you should see that seller honors whatever return policy they have. Get the one you believe you paid for! It will haunt...

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Jun-01-2020, 8:32pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

There’s a silver lining Shaun! Someday we’ll have to meet up at a festival such as Summer Grass. I have a while with my condition before I can...

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Jun-01-2020, 3:53pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Shaun, Hey neighbor! How are you?

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Jun-01-2020, 2:03pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Patrick, The dream isn't dead and never shall it be, brother! I am trying to control my MAS and I realized that this MT is a GREAT sounding and easy...

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Jun-01-2020, 1:37pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread NMD Morris A5 in General Mandolin Discussions

Hey Jake, Congrats to you on your acquisition of the Pava! Those are really hard to beat. Enjoy!

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Jun-01-2020, 1:36pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread NMD Morris A5 in General Mandolin Discussions

Howard Morris builds a great sounding and looking mandolin! He is top notch and gives great service. I am a huge fan. Congratulations for your...

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Jun-01-2020, 4:19am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Week #57 ~ Ash Grove in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Fine playing Martin, and a lovely tune. And thanks for the link to the harmony notation. Just wrote out the TAB of that harmony part in D major if...

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May-31-2020, 6:47pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Replacement Tuning Machines in Equipment

Hi Peter, Your post is very enlightening. I will remember to contact you if I am ever thinking of changing out tuners on another mandolin!

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May-31-2020, 10:07am

Simon DS replied to a thread Olga time again in CBOM

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May-30-2020, 5:04pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Lane, That is one gorgeous mandolin! Definitely what the dream was about. I decided to stick with my MT for now because its sound is versatile and...

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May-30-2020, 4:41pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Replacement Tuning Machines in Equipment

Thanks for explaining that, Ray. I am always happy when I can learn something new about mandolins and their components. Thank you!:mandosmiley:

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May-29-2020, 10:03am

Simon DS replied to a thread A couple of position questions - trying to unlock the fretboard.. in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

I found that the road map pattern system of FFcP for beginners is great. It’s a bit like looking down on a city at night and seeing all the relative...

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May-29-2020, 2:20am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Poll Tune Suggestions in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Lockdown will soon be a thing of the past :( :)) I’d like to propose: We do a Lockdown tune or song that has a set version # (from the Other...

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May-29-2020, 1:41am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Boadicea (Dave Swarbrick) in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Well done again Martin, and Bbcee too, I really like the melodica, and just enough so you want to hear more! Dennis, some famous guy, can’t remember...

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May-29-2020, 1:27am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Week #5 ~ Over the Waterfall ~ REVISTED in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Beautiful! And you’re so lucky to be able to play after dark.

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May-28-2020, 12:56pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Replacement Tuning Machines in Equipment

I replaced my original machines on my 1912 Gibson A1 with Golden Age and I find no issue with tuning and adjusting tuning to pitch. They have very...

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May-28-2020, 11:08am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Connaughtmans Ramble in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Thanks Bertram and Ginny. I envy regular-fingered people who can reach a 7 on an mandolin with a pinkie. For us with dinosaur fingers, we are jealous.

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May-28-2020, 11:04am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Flickorna Svensson in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Another lovely tune, sensitively played David, thanks. But who’s Bill?

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May-28-2020, 6:32am

Simon DS replied to a discussion Connaughtmans Ramble in group The Song-A-Week Social Group

Wow! A lot of activity on SAW at the moment, I have been watching but not commenting, apologies, will try to catch up this weekend, hope you’re all...

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May-27-2020, 9:42am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

John, This is spot on, but also good writing! I am enjoying and grinning! :grin: I did decide not to go this route as I started with a dream and then...

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May-26-2020, 7:26pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

You make a beautiful mandolin Robb! Wow, they are impressive. Thank you for sending me to your website.

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May-26-2020, 7:20pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Dreaming of a Great A5 under $6000 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I have heard really great things about the Givens mandolins, Dave. No wonder you are glad to have them!

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