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    Re: Neck shape/feel: "V" vs rounded

    I currently have a Kelley A-5, Rigel CT-110, Northfield F-2, and a National RM-1. All have different necks and there are three different nut widths among the 4, though none have a deep V. They’re all...
  2. Re: Audio-Technica microphones on oval-hole mandolins - magnets!

    While I applaud your innovation, yeah, just get a K and K 🤣
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    Re: Current state of the art flat top mandolin

    Beautiful work, Peter!
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    Re: Northfield Backpack Straps

    I have an Airloom Recurve that came with my F2S and only 1 strap. The backpack straps that came with my Crossrock case work fine with the Airloom. I’m sure there are luggage options that would work...
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    Re: Oldest L-5! Lloyd Loar Signature!Analysis

    Wow, great video, thanks for posting! They did an amazing job cleaning that finish up!!
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    Re: Nashville Visit Advice

    My first trip to Nashville I remember the band at Robert's Western World being pretty awesome. They'd been playing together since 1995 at that point (early 2010s) and were an extremely tight unit as...
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    Re: Electric mandolin strings

    I usually buy packs of Ernie Ball Slinky 9s and 10s and use a combination of the strings to match the Emando set as closely as possible (it's not exact, but close). I'm usually able to get 2 string...
  8. Re: Complete Noob - Discovered Grandpa’s bowl back mandolin !

    I also meant to tell you that David Benedict, who does the Mandolin Mondays featured on the Cafe, recently did a nice YouTube video comparing and ranking a bunch of "beginner" mandolins. My work...
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    Re: case shoulder/carry strap

    Neat idea/solution, Bill. Ever since I got my Crossrock with backpack straps it’s all I use (well, I move them over to my Northfield case sometimes). It’s more stable for me, and makes getting on a...
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    Re: JT's Pix Blue Celcon Pick Review

    Thanks for posting, Don, I’d not heard of these. I’ve spent some cash of late trying out Apollo (Mike Marshall…love the dark tone and feel, but I need just a little more of a point…haven’t tried...
  11. Re: Complete Noob - Discovered Grandpa’s bowl back mandolin !

    I agree that Eastman and Kentucky generally offer you better quality than the brands you mentioned, but I’ve seen and heard some Ibanez and Dirty 30s that weren’t too bad for what they are. The key...
  12. Thread: The Entertainer

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    Re: The Entertainer

    Janet Davis's book "The Ultimate Mandolin Songbook" has a tabbed out version, but I haven't played it in a while and can't remember offhand the key or how many sections it has. I'll try to remember...
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    Re: Advice on mandolin Upgrade

    Also, a Howard Morris mandolin just popped up in the classifieds, reminding me that he builds some excellent instruments that can be found at your preferred price point. I'm not sure if he builds...
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    Re: an audience that is engaged with the performer

    I love venues like that. We have a 200 seat place in our Downtown called The Davis Theatre (in Concord, NC), that is a great place to see a show, and the performers all seem to enjoy the intimacy of...
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    Re: Advice on mandolin Upgrade

    All good advice above. Any of the three Breedloves linked to Reverb will check your boxes. I also play guitar, bass, uke, banjo (well, I own one and can play a few songs on it), and octave mando, so...
  16. Thread: Aged-tone?

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    Re: Aged-tone?

    I have a Martin Authentic Series 1931 00-17 that's torrefied, and I've played a few others, including a Bourgois dread at TME a couple of years ago. I agree that they sound better compared to...
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    Re: Finally, a Lyon & Healy Set

    WOW, that's awesome! Congratulations, and enjoy!!
  18. Re: What are some of the best Mandolins that you all have played?

    Being relatively close to Lowe Vintage and having taken a couple of trips to Carter's and Gruhn's, I've been able to get my hands on some good 'uns. I've played three Loars (two 1923s and a 1924). 2...
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    Re: Speed Neck on Carbon Fiber Mandolin

    Richard, I giggle every time you post about the painter’s tape, but I can see how that would be slicker than most finishes. While I won’t be taking any of mine up, I acknowledge the simple brilliance...
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    Re: Looking for a good mid-level octave mandolin..

    Peterson used to be a well respected mid-grade instrument and very affordable, but you’ll have to find one used as he’s no longer building (at least AFAIK). Weber Hyalites used to be findable around...
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    Re: Random mandolin sightings

    Generally small pearl onions that have been pickled…so, not like a wedge of raw onion on a skewer. While not something I would generally order, I’ve had them in some Martinis that were pretty darn...
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    Re: Nashville Visit Advice

    Spend a lot of time at Carter’s, and go to Gruhn’s if there’s something there you want to try out. I’ve had great experiences at Carter’s but always left Gruhn’s feeling like they just didn’t want me...
  23. Re: 1st post on the forum, here's my lovely Portuguese Bandolim

    An easy way to get an idea of hand positioning is to hold the mandolin up under your chin like you would a violin. Relax the left hand and see how the grip changes and the fingers fall. It’s an easy...
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    Re: Adding D rings to case

    Mandola gig bag is a good idea, just check measurements. I was going to suggest a case cover, but those seem to be about as rare as umbrella repair shops since Small Dog closed doors.
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    Re: Gibson's 1923 F-5 Master Model Reissue

    Agree, Doc. I'd probably look at Dude and Monte as well. I've only played 1 Dude and 1 Monte, and both were amazing, though the Ellis and Gil I also played that day were the clear winners in my...
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