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Today, 5:08am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Fender medium-gauge guitar pick in Equipment

Well, have found that a thinner pick sounds best - to me and my bandmates - on my Coombe. So for that one a Tortex .73 (yellow) is what I've settled...

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Yesterday, 6:03am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Bravo D'Addario XS Strings! in General Mandolin Discussions

That's excellent news. Always been a big frustration. Probably have close to a dozen spare E strings (and some A) just for that reason.

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Sep-14-2021, 5:32am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Clown Barf Construction in General Mandolin Discussions

Okay, am probably remembering this wrong, but back in the day clown barf picks were made from essentially leftover plastics of whatever kind were...

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Sep-13-2021, 10:31pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Clown Barf Construction in General Mandolin Discussions

I bought a pack from Banjo Ben a while back. David Benedict got me into them. I use it as a back up or for a change of pace. Nice feel!

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Sep-13-2021, 11:17am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Frank Wakefield in General Mandolin Discussions

I understand the point Glassweb is making because I too was guilty of hijacking this thread (above), unintentionally. However, I thank you so much...

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Sep-13-2021, 11:03am

lflngpicker commented on article Acoustic Disc Announces New Releases with David Grisman and Tony Rice and David Grisman Quintet in New Music

David's tone and feel with each stroke of his plectrum on "Flatbush Waltz" is extraordinarily pleasant to hear.

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Sep-13-2021, 10:54am

lflngpicker commented on article Acoustic Disc Announces New Releases with David Grisman and Tony Rice and David Grisman Quintet in New Music

I just love the quality of this singing and picking! Such talent! Thanks for posting information about these albums and providing these tracks.

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Sep-12-2021, 1:22pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Flat Tops, Waterloo and others in General Mandolin Discussions

Have played Calhoun, Waterloo, Morris, Flatiron, Kalamazoo, Big Muddy, Coombe. Not enough to have any knowledge and will defer to someone like...

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Sep-12-2021, 7:22am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Eastman MD315 or MD 515? in Looking for Information About Mandolins

What a great choice, and nice looking mandolin!

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Sep-12-2021, 6:56am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Flat Tops, Waterloo and others in General Mandolin Discussions

Well, for the price of a Waterloo you could also get a Peter Coombe classical flat top. http://www.petercoombe.com/classical-mandolin.htm The...

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Sep-11-2021, 9:23am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Flatwounds on an Eastman MD315 in Equipment

Thomastik Infelds are marvelous. I have them on my Teens Gibson A oval. Feel and tone are excellent.

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Sep-09-2021, 6:15am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Buying without being able to play in General Mandolin Discussions

Hopefully someone else will be able to give specific advice for Spain, but I just did a quick currency conversion and that appears to be over...

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Sep-07-2021, 7:59pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Cape Breton mandolin (1976) in Celtic, U.K., Nordic, Quebecois, European Folk

Jim, Thanks for pointing that out. I probably veered off topic too much with my comment. Will only defend it by saying most of the Cape Breton...

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Sep-07-2021, 3:45pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Cape Breton mandolin (1976) in Celtic, U.K., Nordic, Quebecois, European Folk

Thanks for posting this. Cool to hear the mandolin in this context. Been playing French Canadian tunes for the past year or so on the mandolin....

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Sep-07-2021, 3:38pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Case options for flat top in Equipment

Update - Ordered a TKL Vectra. It fits the Coombe perfectly. In comparison to a Road Runner case it's a little bit taller and less deep. Definitely...

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Sep-06-2021, 5:18pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Frank Wakefield in General Mandolin Discussions

I agree with the suggestion of John Reischman, who is more eclectic, but needs to be heard along with the others mentioned above. He plays a variety...

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Sep-06-2021, 5:05pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Eastman MD315 or MD 515? in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Keith, This is a helpful post. I appreciate the way you explained that because I hadn't given much thought to the differences in bound versus...

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Sep-06-2021, 5:00pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Advice on buying a new mandolin? Been playing for 15+yrs in General Mandolin Discussions

Look for a used or near-new, Morris oval flat top. These have great wood selection, have wonderful tone, and look beautiful. Made in Oregon by a...

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Sep-06-2021, 4:46pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Looking for something darker and throatier in General Mandolin Discussions

Parmejohn, I am glad to read this discussion. I find the adjectives to describe sound a subjective topic, though I know it is a language of its own....

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Sep-06-2021, 4:31pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Hamlett Pick-Off! in General Mandolin Discussions

Wegen M150 black is my current pick, though I do like the V pick Saga, Blue Chips of three different shapes and recently bought a couple of GG clown...

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Sep-06-2021, 4:28pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Hamlett Two-Point Review in General Mandolin Discussions

Kevin, I have been enjoying your series on the Hamlett 2-point review. It is both entertaining and helpful to learn about other builders. Thanks...

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Sep-06-2021, 4:26pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Weber Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

I appreciate you all bringing up Bruce's repairs on mandolins. I have contemplated having him do some work at some point, as the need arises. Good...

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Sep-06-2021, 4:21pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Looking at your hands while playing -- opinions? in General Mandolin Discussions

I find that a familiar fiddle tunes can be played without looking, but anytime I want to fret the 7th and 8th frets, which happens often, I need to...

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Sep-06-2021, 4:18pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread I went and did it! in General Mandolin Discussions

Good for you! Congrats on your new ax!

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Sep-06-2021, 4:16pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread The Glory of J75s… in General Mandolin Discussions

I like the idea, Kevin, of using the slightly heavier strings. I think if it is a contemporary build, likely the structure of a well-built mandolin...

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Sep-06-2021, 4:08pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Golden Gate Guitar Picks in General Mandolin Discussions

I play a wide variety of picks, including Blue Chip, Wegen, Red Bear, and various. The Golden Gate triangle Heavy pick in clown barf is a nice pick...

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Sep-06-2021, 4:01pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Hello, I am new here in General Mandolin Discussions

Zeek, Be sure to check out Howard Morris' mandolins. A used A style, fully carved domestic instrument can be had for under $1,000. They sound...

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Sep-06-2021, 3:58pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Another newcomer in General Mandolin Discussions

This is a great place to share your growing love of the mandolin and just get to know nice people. Welcome aboard!

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Sep-04-2021, 8:43am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Reasons to avoid practicing in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

It rained around here recently. Have to go outside and watch the grass grow. Everyone knows it won't happen if you don't watch.

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Sep-04-2021, 8:10am

Eric Platt replied to a thread This weeks mandolin that won't get a bid or buyer in eBay, Craig's List, etc.

Yup, very high prices. My only thought on the first one listed is that he states "please give us a message before purchase". Am not even sure that...

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