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I think there is a big difference in tone between the F4 and the A4. However, I have not played enough different ones to note if this holds true when looking at dozens of different instruments.

My friend used to work as an antique dealer. Here is what he said about getting rid of that musty odor.

Take apple cider vinegar and dilute it with distilled water. Spray the inside of the case...

These are excellent posts. For my own teaching approach, I like to stess funamentals. Learning the rest stroke is key.

Mandolin Cafe: Please, post an interview with Evan Marshall. Mandolinists should be made aware of this player.

I'm curious why this website doesn't have an interview with Evan Marshall. He is a virtuoso on par with players like Chris Thiele. If you haven't heard his verision of "The William Tell Overature"...

I watched some vidoes of this duo last night and they are very fun to watch and listen to.

These are insightful comments. Play on.

I own a Bulldog, and it's excellent. Number 5. Koa wood and cedar. Very unique.

I sure would like to own an F-5L.

Are you, or, have you given mandolin lessons using Skype? How is it working out for you and your students? Or, if you've taken lessons via this newer technology, was it a good experience?

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I have found: The thinner the plectrum, the brighter the sound. The sharper the point is, the brighter the sound is. Different picks make a tremendous difference in the sound of an instrument. ...

Help! Which of these two piezo pickups has the warmest, most "natural" sound? The Fishman bridge pickup has the element in the base of the mandolin bridge, touching the belly of the instrument. ...

Does anyone know if these imported mandos have a good sound when you plug one in? #Thanks. http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wow.gif