Hello Cafe Friends!
I'm working on clearing some space in my apartment and this includes probably selling some of the music stuff that I've gathered over the years and don't use anymore (digital piano, electric guitar, studio monitors, etc.). I'm considering using the money from that stuff to upgrade my mandolin. I'm estimating that selling some of these things plus my existing mandolin could get me somewhere between $1500-$2000.
I currently play an Eastman MD505. So, I'm curious to hear some opinions and experiences... is an upgrade to this price range worth it? Or should I be more responsible and do something like put this money towards my student loans?
I don't have any delusions that spending more money is going to make me a better player, I'm just looking for some improved sound quality. I'm also happy to buy a used instrument to effectively get me to a higher price range.
Likewise, any suggestions for mandolins to try out would be appreciated. I'm fortunate to be just over an hour from Elderly Instruments, but even their inventory of mandolins can seem small sometimes relative to what's out there.
Thanks!
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