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Wow, congratulations!

https://youtu.be/_XXH92tzvRo

I bought the Crossrock fiberglass case on Amazon, but the fit is not exact.
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Sorry, not performing much yet with mandolin, but here's my Logan Custom Tele


https://youtu.be/gS6D8kp0PWs

That has a very suspicious similarity to the saddest ukulele I ever bought. The unique pear shape, coloring, and f-holes look the same, as do the various bits of hardware. Not saying it's a sad...

I have a walnut backed Big Muddy ("primitive build"), and in general I favor it over my Eastman MD315 ( see avatar).
Great instrument and a bargain even at brand new price.

very cool 5-35!

a 5-15 or 18 is a bucket list item for me

Marty Robbins did it justice!


https://youtu.be/mL6puxUeIqU

nice!

Got a parking lot patio gig end of the month. Can’t wait!

There are some great LIGHT WEIGHT solid state amps now, with tone about as nice as tube amps. Try a Fender Tone Master Deluxe Reverb or Twin Reverb.

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https://www.bigmuddymandolin.com
Big Muddy Mandolin will let you order a 1 1/4 inch nut width for a very small upcharge.

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Thanks! The Taylor is a 114ce-N nylon with Sitka top & laminated walnut back & sides.
The Martin Custom Shop made the D-28 but with a torrified Sitka Spruce top and Cocobolo back/sides.

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maybe the back of my MD315 ain't so hot,
But howd'ya like the backsides of my Taylor and Martin?
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In the middle
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I play guitar in a church group and have occasionally added a ukulele.
"Oh, play that mandolin on this one"
"It's a ukulele"
On the next occasion:: "Oh, the mandolin, I love that!"
"Um,...

Thanks for the replies. I'll check out Peghead. Tried to reload the picture upright, but oh well...

I'm Chris, a guitar guy new to mandolin. I just got this Eastman MD315 and I am anxious to learn. Any advice appreciated!