Re: Eastman Md615 or save up a little more?
I guess we'll assume you play Bluegrass? Okay, maybe it doesn't matter. . .
I started out on my MAS journey collecting Japanese mandolins (i.e., Alvarez, Kentucky, Ibanez, Yasuma, Aria, etc.). All these pre-dated the current lineups from China, so, there may be some improvements in modern manufacture. That said, when I sprung for my Flatiron A5-1, it was an eyeopener!
I'd certainly keep an eye out for a Flatiron (A-model for price-point) or a Collings MT (anther A-model).
Unless you just want to buy an old-Gibson oval-hole A-model? You see that's what I had all along and what I now play the most.
Then again, I don't play Bluegrass.
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