Re: Newbie Mandolin question
You almost certainly need a setup. In particular, the nut slots tend to be quite high initially. There is reason for this, as it is easier to take them down that put it back after you have lowered them... also the buzzing suggests a setup is required too. Could be a high fret. I have a friend out here with one of these and it did need a bit of 'tweaking' to get it exactly right. It now plays easily and it is a very nice mandolin. Get it checked by a luthier who actually understands mandolins. Some who work mainly on guitars have not got a clue....
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