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Today, 7:55pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread So... They seem to think I'm starving and homeless? in General Mandolin Discussions

IMHO: Take it. Say thanks. Pass it on to someone who could really use it.

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Today, 2:19pm

Pete Martin started a thread Godin question in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

Recently acquired a Godin A8, will play my first gig with it tomorrow. I was wondering what strings you Godin players found worked best with its...

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Today, 2:14pm

Pete Martin replied to a thread My pinky won't go where I tell it! in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

You may find some help here: https://youtu.be/2wyXPyRPE-U

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Nov-30-2019, 10:31am

Elliot Luber replied to a thread Emando players: What do you want in an amp? in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

$1,000 is a lot of money. I'm sure it sounds good. Can you recommend something in a more-affordable model? Thanks.

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Nov-30-2019, 10:11am

Elliot Luber replied to a thread Classical Mandolin in Equipment

Having switched from violin to mandolin myself, I was amazed that I could play it right out of the box based on the mandolin having the same left...

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Nov-29-2019, 7:52pm

Pete Martin replied to a thread To A Higher Standard in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Jazz - "It's better than it sounds"

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Nov-27-2019, 1:18pm

Elliot Luber started a thread Restorig my Strad-o-line hit a slight snag in General Mandolin Discussions

My mandolin is all oiled and set-up, it looks good and my tuners are now working well and facing in the right direction... BUT, there is one note --...

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Nov-27-2019, 12:49pm

Elliot Luber started a thread A model: Adding a strap button to the heel. in Equipment

I was thinking of putting a second strap button on my A-style mandolin's neck to use a guitar-style strap. Is this a wise idea or a fool's errand? ...

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Nov-25-2019, 4:38pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread What does a mando set-up cost in your area? in Equipment

One can find pretty much everything in the New York area... at a cost.

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Nov-25-2019, 3:31pm

Pete Martin replied to a thread Emando players: What do you want in an amp? in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

This is my choice for gigging. It has a pretty wide range of sounds available, very versatile. I quit bringing tube amps to gigs after a few times...

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Nov-24-2019, 7:01pm

Elliot Luber started a thread Rockin' the Dulcimer! in Rock, Folk Rock, Roots Rock, Rockabilly

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Nov-19-2019, 10:24am

Elliot Luber started a thread New live video from Andy Statman Trio plus one. in Videos, Pictures & Sound Files

His group shared this one. (PS - That talented banjo player's has spider hands like Jimi Hendrix. :) ) ...

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Nov-18-2019, 7:00pm

Pete Martin replied to a thread Improv From Scratch in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

If anyone has questions regarding material in the videos, I'm happy to answer them to the best of my ability here. Or I can suggest a plan of action...

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Nov-15-2019, 2:01am

Pete Martin replied to a thread Improv From Scratch in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

You just have to dive in and do it. Nobody is a good improvisor in the beginning. The best at it have been doing it a long time and have really...

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Nov-14-2019, 5:12pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread What does a mando set-up cost in your area? in Equipment

There's a music store by me that does very good work in-store, but that is rare. There's also a really good luthier who works out of his house by me,...

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Nov-14-2019, 5:10pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread What does a mando set-up cost in your area? in Equipment

I have that e-book. Thanks. There's also a great video on how to do it yourself, but I wanted it professionally done.

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Nov-13-2019, 5:00pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread Where does the strap go on a Strad-o-lin (no end button)? in Equipment

I see from a previous thread that some folks install one below the tailpiece. I may try that.

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Nov-12-2019, 5:50pm

Elliot Luber started a thread Where does the strap go on a Strad-o-lin (no end button)? in Equipment

My Strad-o-lin now sounds and looks good, but I don't know how to attach a strap to it. What do others do? :)

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Nov-12-2019, 5:46pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread What does a mando set-up cost in your area? in Equipment

So it came back all set up, oiled and sounding pretty good. The tuners are even facing the right direction! Worth the expense, as good craftsman...

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Nov-12-2019, 11:34am

Elliot Luber replied to a thread What does a mando set-up cost in your area? in Equipment

Yes, a good set-up is important, but can we be more specific?

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Nov-11-2019, 9:34am

Elliot Luber replied to a thread Anyone use a Fender Mustang GT40 amplifier? in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

The Fender modelling amps give you the option of manual settings. The presets are just a quick base if you're looking to emulate a specific popular...

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Nov-10-2019, 10:22am

Elliot Luber replied to a thread Anyone use a Fender Mustang GT40 amplifier? in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

Thanks. This was just a concern I read in a few reviews of the product. As noted, I have no experience with it. Hopefully, I'll find it in a local...

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Nov-08-2019, 4:51pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread How to make your own A-style strap from paracord in Equipment

Now fixed.

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Nov-08-2019, 4:41pm

Elliot Luber started a thread How to make your own A-style strap from paracord in Equipment

I made a few of these for myself over the years and figure I would share what I've learned over time. I've never had an issue with this design, but...

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Nov-07-2019, 10:12pm

Pete Martin replied to a thread Burns & Clark in Jazz, Swing, Blues, Bossa, Choro, Klezmer, Ragtime

Jethro dressing up like Mike Compton.:))

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Nov-07-2019, 1:18pm

Elliot Luber started a thread Anyone use a Fender Mustang GT40 amplifier? in Four, Five and Eight-String Electrics

These things look cool. I like that they use smaller speakers and a closed back to be good at both instrument amplification and playback of music, so...

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Nov-06-2019, 3:47pm

Elliot Luber replied to a thread Thick Picks? in Equipment

Vinny Smith's outdone himself with that one! Heck, I'd give it a try; If it's too hard to use I can always mount it on a cuff link. :)

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Nov-06-2019, 3:22pm

Elliot Luber started a thread What does a mando set-up cost in your area? in Equipment

Granted, I live on Long Island where prices are high, but I was wondering what it runs. I'm having a guy invert my tuners so they turn in the right...

16 replies | 1091 view(s)

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