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  1. A mandolin brings a old man boy together this Christmas....

    "Almost a century in age separated the old man and the little boy, yet they had one thing in common. It was lying on the man’s walker.....a mandolin"
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    Re: Should sold item ads be deleted?

    Thx...I deleted the ad the day of the sale (it was local deal).

    Was surprised by the number of "sold" ads that continue to run. The banjohangout guys ask to not delete sold ads (which can be...
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    Should sold item ads be deleted?

    I recently sold a Calton case thanks to the MandoCafe classifieds (and gladly submitted payment/donation for the ad).

    Question...should sold items be edited to "sold"?

    Or should the ad be...
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    Re: Using a Mic with an Ipad

    I run a decent condenser mic through a preamp (iRig) and into the iPad.

    Garageband is easy multiple tracks recorder app. And only $5.00

    http://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/irig/
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    Shellac and lava from Mount Vesuvius

    http://www.livescience.com/49025-rare-mandolin-chemicals-identified.html
  6. Re: Mando string winder adapter for cordless drill?

    Thanks Meadowview......just found them still in stock at:

    http://www.gollihurmusic.com/
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    Re: Strap insights

    I use Lakotas on both a mando and a 1/4 ton Gibson banjo. Feels good, looks good, smells good, and made by Native Americans (of the Lakota tribe in South Dakota).
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    Calton case on eBAy

    Not my posting....but thought y'all might be interested. I've got one already and love it.

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  9. Re: HIGH DOLLAR PICKS....Yea or Nay?? Do you Use One or No Way??

    Never spend more for a pick than you did for your first mandolin.
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    Re: Not your typical Mandolin/dog thread.

    Here's what one pup did when excited by a thunderstorm...

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    Etched autographs?

    "Etched autographs"??

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/Collings-MF-mandolin-315-cosmetic-wear-VERY-UNIQUE-etched-authentic-autographs-/201217824890?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2ed984587a
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    Re: Another case thread.....

    I've got an old Gibson Granada in a Calton - toting around 25 lbs saves me time going to the gym.

    In comparison the Collings MF is nestled in a Calton and feels as light as a hummingbird. ...
  13. Re: Mando string winder adapter for cordless drill?

    Didn't expect such passion from the anti-power string winder party. The responses have been enlightening.

    And thanks to the prowinder camp for the thoughts on crafting and/or modifying guitar...
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    Re: the first ding hurts the most...

    My dad put the first ding in a Martin guitar. Was pissed at the time.

    27 years have passed since he passed away.

    I cherish the ding.
  15. Re: Mandolins cost ___?____...audience participation

    Like it....keep it simple.

    And thanks for doing it.
  16. More talk on rattlesnakes in the mando

    http://www.appalachianhistory.net/2013/06/final-note-placement-of-rattlesnake-rattles-inside-instruments.html
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    Re: Another case thread.....

    Will you check it as baggage?

    Are you in a cold climate? A hot climate? A wet climate?

    Are you able to lift 8 lbs with one arm?
  18. Mando string winder adapter for cordless drill?

    Would like to get a power string winder adapter small enough for mandolin keys. One that I could chuck in my cordless drill.

    The one I use on guitars is too big n chunky for the mando keys (and...
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    Re: Tonerite: real or imagination??

    If you think using a toneright improves the sound you are correct.

    The opposite is also true.
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    Weber Sweet Pea

    Not my listing...just sharing the love of these great little mandos:
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    Re: mandolin cases - weight issue

    Had a Travelite....I also blew out the zipper after a couple months....they did repair it for free but I had to pay for shipping. The new zipper lasted almost six months.

    Now using a Calton...
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    Re: mandolin cases - weight issue

    I've got a Gibson banjo in a Calton.....25 lbs
  23. Re: Tortoise Shell Picks.from Antique Hair Accessories..Legal to

    Article here on it:
    http://pickcollecting.presspublisher.us/issue/summer-2010/article/tortoise-shell-guitar-picks

    And to quote: "....it is not illegal to own a tortoise shell pick or to re-work...
  24. 17 year old wins Walnut Valley Bluegrass

    A 17-year-old Goshen College student was the youngest person to ever be named the national mandolin champion at the Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival, according to Goshen College.

    Ethan Setiawan,...
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    Why a one piece back?

    I've seen one piece backs touted at a selling point. What are the pros and cons of a one piece back?

    Thanks!
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