Hi folks,
I'm looking for purchase advice. I currently own a Savannah SA-120 (beginner A style mandolin). It's a fine enough instrument for now, not set up very well from what I can tell.
I'm looking for an upgrade in the near future. Mr. Collins-Hill over at MandoLessons recommends Kentucky mandolins. I listened to some sound samples at various online stores and they sound nice. I also like the Eastman offerings.
I'm primarily interested in the Kentucky KM-205 or the Eastman MD305, mostly because of the price point and quality they appear to have. I want something that is going to make playing and developing my skills more satisfying that my current setup. My question is are either of these options good choices to help carry me through beginner and well into intermediate stages? Would there be much benefit to saving up an extra ~$150 - $250 for the KM-505 or MD505? I'm a little concerned with sound profile. The Eastman's are attractive because they seem to have a rounder sound from online recordings. Their deeper tones seem to come through better than the Kentuckys. Of course, it would be nice to play them both for myself if I can manage it, but that's going to be difficult, to say the least.
Thanks in advance folks!
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