Collings

[Russ Jordan]

Yessir, Alex is sounding great on the Sitka top MT. Thanks!

[Mandobar]

thanks Mary
if you hear of one in the A style for sale-or know of any of the shops you frequent that have one, please let me know.
thank you
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Be prepared to pay around $900 for one. Also, there’s no storage other than a small compartment under the neck support, and the fit is so tight I am not comfortable leaving a strap on the mandolin. While they are nice a Calton is probably more functional and cheaper.

[Russ Jordan]

I use mine with a Small Dog cover that I’ve had for probably 20 years. Braided Little Satchel strap tucks in just fine. Headstock tuner and picks in the case pocket. Strings, wire snips, winder, etc in Small Dog pocket. Not sure why there are two photos........

[ColdBeerGoCubs]

i've always been a huge fan of the MT, and especially because of the englemann top. for me, the englemann top Collings had a more warm round tone.
A while back i took delivery of a MT with a torrefied sitka top. I really like this mandolin, more than probably any mandolin i've owned, and i've had some very nice well playing mandolins. Here's a recent video of an MT with a torrefied top at elderlys, this is very reminiscent of how mine sounds as well. It has a little more of everything that drew me to englemann.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...&v=Met1hYuLi8Y

I went and played the “wall” at Elderly and this particular mandolin was outstanding.

[ccravens]

I went and played the “wall” at Elderly and this particular mandolin was outstanding.

You are not making this any easier, lol.

First the video, and then your report!

I will forgive you on the basis of your Caddyshack reference and Rushmore picture. Two fine movies for sure.

[Rdeane]

I've got an MT2 with Italian spruce and love the sweetness of tone, but on the other hand it can bark pretty good on a bluegrass chop. I don't know what the torrification process would do for Italian spruce. Maybe nothing but it would be interesting to know.

[Mandolin Cafe]

Why are there so many Collings mandolins up for sale if they are so good ? I don't understand.

Dave H

Your question answered.

Over and over and over... If you'd like we can add about 50 more threads to that list.

[chuck3]

Why are there so many Collings mandolins up for sale if they are so good ? I don't understand.

Dave H

I confess, I sold a Collings ... so as to buy another Collings.