Re: First mandolin for a Metalhead
Welcome to the world of mandolins!
I’m not in the UK, so I’m not sure what choices your goal of “no imports” will leave you at that price point. The commonly recommended Eastman mandolins are Chinese and would not be an option? Also, I was wondering about something like the Yamaha YEV104 electric violin (an electric might be less prone to feedback issues if you’re playing in a loud environment like “metal”?), but it is an import, too.
Have you been to some music stores that carry mandolins? Hands on is always the best choice, if possible. In addition to tone and volume, there are so many variables with body style, neck shape, nut width, etc. Playing as many mandolins as you can will help educate you and help you figure out what instrument might work best for you.
Also, if you get at all serious with the mandolin, your first mandolin being your “one and only” is VERY unlikely!
Good luck!
Doug Brock
2018 Kimble 2 point (#259), Eastman MD315, Eastman MDA315, some guitars, banjos, and fiddles
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