I'm an intermediate player (forever!) and have some good playing days and some bad. I don't seem to be able to produce a consistent sound or tone from my Moon mandolin. What I play today sounds very different from what I play tomorrow.
The problem seems to be with the right hand. I've tried all the advice and tips available but I can't get a free-flowing pick technique. The pick sticks and jams in the strings and makes them sound quite flat. It also prevents me from playing faster. I've tried to develop a light touch but the tip of the pick very often ends up pointing towards the nut. It's also hard to hear the tune when playing light.
I'm a bit heavy on the left hand as well, so that doesn't help either.
The other side is that when I'm in the mood and not thinking too much about it, I can play reasonably well and freely!
Any suggestions?
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