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I have played a version of Midnight On the Water that seemed to work well. Unfortunately, marriage only lasted a few years so "buyer beware".

Verbian, When I made a few casein picks I used something similar to this. I have one handy as I do lapidary work. It only took several minutes per pick. I know this is way overkill for what you...

Thanks for the answers. Is there much jamming at either place?

Considering doing one of these two events this year and wondering if anyone has any experience with either or both. I realize they are two different type of events. If anyone has attend either of...

To paraphrase a well known rock phrase: If you can't play the one you love, love the one you play.

Changed to the Peterson recently and very happy with it. It took a little getting used to but I feel that the mandolin is more "in tune" with it. One slight suggestion to the folks at Peterson would...

Musicofanatic, Any of those band's names happen to rhyme with the word "Summerdog"? Those were some mighty fine times.
Jim

After not touching a drop for about 6 months I had my first glass of red wine while sitting in with some friends at a local steak house. I immediately felt the buzz, and struggled with timing which...

Hey Colin, Just want to say thanks for all the really nice work you do. Any day I start out by listening to one of your tunes is a good one.
Jim

Journeybear, you mentioned you have never heard of a flight with no carryon. The ticket was called "basic economy" which turns out to be different from "economy". You have to read the print...

Flew across country last week. If you haven't flown for a while, read your ticket info carefully. My so-called "economy" ticket said no carry on allowed. I have never had a problem putting the mando...

Thanks for putting this up. Great video These guys nail it.

Forgot to mention that I didn't have the Unitune to compare with. That got some good recommendations on the original thread. For those who live where glare from the sun is a rarity, sorry.

After the recent thread about what tuners are most readable in full sun I went out and bought a Peterson Strobe. It cost $60. from an online music dealer with a good reputation whose name might ...

Wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a clip on tuner that's screen is visible in the glare of full sun? Currently using a Planet Wave which I like but whose screen is basically invisible in...

My work is mainly duos with a guitar player. When they are finger picking my main goal is to listen and not get in the way of what they are doing. As Dave mentioned open chords, simple runs, or...

Just wondering if anyone out there has any experience with the Zeta Acoustic Electric mandolins that were introduced several years ago? Is a pre amp needed? How do they sound? Thanks Jim

Just went briefly to the website but could you explain what Nugs is and how it works?

Thanks for sharing this. I will pass it on to his widow.

No amplification means you are there as part of the scenery and to create a mood. (Or, it might mean they really hadn't thought things through but that is a different story.) Go play, have fun, and...

Personal experience from last weekend, flying American Airlines, Tucson to Raleigh and back. There were 5 total legs on this trip. Overall no problems. However, if you can swing it I recommend...

Lou, It was fun meeting you and the Ellis. Thanks.
Pickamania made me rethink the festival experience. There really is something nice about a gathering small enough where it is comfortable to go...

Just got back from Pickamania 2023 which was held in the small old mining town of Kingston, NM. This years festival was dedicated to luthier and Pickamania founder Bill Bussmann. Bill was an...

I recently ditched a clip on mic, AT Pro 35, for a Shure 81. The Pro 35 was almost too good as it picked up everything, including each time my hand or pick touched the mando body.

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Thanks for the responses Bill and Steve. Looks like I am trying to do the old square peg in a round hole routine. Think I will look at other options.
Jim