Whether it's Kentucky, Loar, or what have you, it seems like everyone wants to use some kind of shiny, glossy finish on their mandolins. I don't like that and I wish they wouldn't do it.
Is that...
Type: Posts; User: Polski Plinker
Why so many glossy finish mandos?
Whether it's Kentucky, Loar, or what have you, it seems like everyone wants to use some kind of shiny, glossy finish on their mandolins. I don't like that and I wish they wouldn't do it.
Is that...
Yes, another G String Buzz Thread
I just received a Kentucky KM-270. A nice mandolin, love the oval hole, but I've noticed a nasty little buzz from the tailpiece when fretting up the G-string only -- it seems to be more pronounced...
Re: Potential USA Recesssion?
No, in fact, maybe we should take it as an encouragement. If the economy implodes, maybe traveling bards will be the only people able to earn money. I for one plan to stand in front of the train...
Rogues for experimentation
Another Rogue thread. But not about how they play.
I'm an amateur and that includes at adjustments. I am no luthier though.
I've been considering getting a Rogue for trying adjustments so I...
Re: Ever hear of "Ever Play" brand mandolins?
Thank you! Here are a few images of some of them. They don't look bad, but they don't specify whether they are solid.
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Appearance wise, they look rather nice.
Ever hear of "Ever Play" brand mandolins?
Greetings from Poland! I am a violinist who is interested in making the transition to mandolin. Mostly to fulfill a dream of being able to pretend to be like a medieval bard. :))
There is a brand...