Re: Whatever happened to Breedlove?
My BL Quartz FF has been my main player since I bought it the first year they introduced this model. I own a Weber BitterRoot and a Weber Bighorn. They are all really outstanding mandolins but each one is different in it's own way. I'm very certain that the two things that keep it from being more appreciated is the non-traditional F strap holder and the slightly more resonant and less dry chop. I can get it to dry chop pretty good but always with a hint of resonance and melodic undertones that makes it so versatile. It also has a clubby neck (thick) and wide nut. Some like it, some don't, some want to be traditional, some want to break from the herd.
Overall, they're very well built fit and finish and sound great. I get complimented on it often.
Breedlove Quartz FF with K&K Twin - Weber Big Horn - Fender FM62SCE
Wall Hangers - 1970's Stella A and 60's Kay Kraft
Whether you slow your roll or mash on it, enjoy the ride.
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