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    Re: WD40 for lubing tuning machines?

    I’ve just used some silicone spray I had in the house. Seems to have helped!
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    Eastman Octave Mandolin

    I posted this elsewhere but just realised it was on a very old thread that may not be seen so trying again.

    I’ve recently bought the Eastman OM and, while no expert, must say absolutely loving...
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    Re: Eastman OM - a one-month review

    I’ve also recently bought the Eastman OM and, while no expert, must say absolutely loving it.

    A couple of beginners questions about changing strings to j72s please. I don’t have very strong...
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    Re: cheap external pickup

    I’ve recently posted this but it’s on an old thread so putting it here too. Hope that’s OK!

    I’ve borrowed from a friend a Myers The Grip which sounds really good - but I’m finding the suction pad...
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    Re: Thomann Ovid mic system

    Have read this thread with interest. I’m in the UK where choice a bit limited. This is my first foray into mandolin amplification and it will only be an occasional thing for me so I don’t want to...
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    Re: Upgrade from Kentucky KM 250

    Some more great advice here guys. Thanks very much. I picked up a feeler gauge today and just tried the tests recommended by pops1. All a bit awkward because the gauge is metric (perhaps the only...
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    Re: Upgrade from Kentucky KM 250

    Thanks very much for these very helpful comments. I am not sure but do not think they looked at the nut height when adjusting the bridge. I’ll get a feeler gauge to check as suggested. I’ve just...
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    Upgrade from Kentucky KM 250

    I’m based in Bristol UK. After a very cheap Portuguese starter mandolin I bought a Kentucky KM 250 18 months ago from Hobgoblin Bristol. I really like its sound but find it quite ‘heavy’ to play....
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