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    Re: Tortoise shell pick alternative

    A couple of points about the TS picks. First, they do require maintenance. Constant manicuring of the edges is mandatory to maintain a smooth play. Second, the ones I used were triangle so it's like...
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    Re: New to mandolin. Looking for recommendations

    I too have had numerous instruments. Some inexpensive ones and some high end models (guitars and mandolins). Due to the fact that I don't play as much as I used to, and to save some money, I now have...
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    Re: Tortoise shell pick alternative

    A ton of good info here. Thanks. I hope more join in with more ideas, keeping within the guidelines in mind of course. Based on price, starting with the cheapest first, I have ordered some Dunlop...
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    Re: How to remember tunes?

    1st step... Know your scales. G scale, D scale, A scale, Em scale, etc.
    2st step... Listen to a recording of the piece to wish to learn until it resonates in your mind.
    3nd step... Spend some time...
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    Re: Tortoise shell pick alternative

    Looks like I should be OK based on Mark Gunter's post (thanks). I am not wanting to buy, sell or transfer any. I was simply using them as a reference point for for what I am looking for.
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    Re: Tortoise shell pick alternative

    Gee, I hope not. If I am in violation for the post, I apologize. I am only interested in products that have similar qualities, not the actual item.
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    Tortoise shell pick alternative

    For over 50 years I've been using a stash of heavy gauge triangle tortoise shell picks that I got before they were banned. They DO make a significant difference in tone production and they can be...
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    Re: Mandolin recommendation for new player

    Hi. New user to the forum here. I wanted to chime in on the topic here...
    I highly support the choice of the Loar LM310F. As someone who has been playing stringed instruments for over 50 years, I've...
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