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Aug-10-2022, 1:19pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Vinaccia disection in Builders and Repair

But it's so pretty.

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Aug-09-2022, 5:42pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Anthony Hannigan in General Mandolin Discussions

Such a tremendous talent. Condolences to his family. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nsy1VCmQkjg

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Aug-08-2022, 2:02pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread The Harmonic Tone Revealers in General Mandolin Discussions

Interesting, I can't imagine anyone more melodic than John Reischman.

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Aug-07-2022, 1:03pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Shop disc sander for small delicate work in Builders and Repair

That would have worked nicely with the 12”, 12’ (spindle to spindle) edge sander. Ran on 440 and scared me every time I turned it on. Full speed...

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Aug-06-2022, 6:34pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread My lovely new Morris A5 in General Mandolin Discussions

That's a beauty. Play it with joy.

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Aug-05-2022, 6:33pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Airloom Tura carbon fiber mandolin case in Equipment

Interesting review Josh. I would have thought scratches on the carbon fiber would have been the first ding. But a puncture? Is it just partial...

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Aug-04-2022, 1:43pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Resources for learning gypsy jazz / dawg style music in Jazz/Blues Variants, Bossa, Choro, Klezmer

There is Dawg Jazz at acousticdisc.com. And the Django Facebook is available on the internet. And many players on Soundslice. And Stochelo...

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Aug-03-2022, 3:24pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Crushed stone for headstock inlay? in Builders and Repair

Typically a jewelers saw is used to cut MOP or abalone. The blades come in packs of 10. What does that tell you? Don’t know anything about the...

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Jul-31-2022, 8:23pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Gilchrist Using The Tone Traveler On Mike Compton's Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Actually, there are some correct answers, even in this forum.

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Jul-29-2022, 5:33pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Gilchrist Using The Tone Traveler On Mike Compton's Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

I’m surprised that wood has knowledge and learns over time. And that it’s learning is always successful in the desired direction. Just where is...

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Jul-28-2022, 10:30pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Andy Statman's Opry debut in General Mandolin Discussions

Thanks so much for sharing. He’s a legendary player.

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Jul-28-2022, 10:12pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread What's the best way to dust my fretboard? in General Mandolin Discussions

I suppose over the last 50+ years I’ve cleaned fingerboards but I’ve really never ‘dusted’ one. Clean hands, in the case, played daily. And I’d...

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Jul-28-2022, 9:48am

Bill McCall replied to a thread Gilchrist Using The Tone Traveler On Mike Compton's Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

When everyone’s hearing is the same, we might be able to come to some agreement.

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Jul-28-2022, 9:44am

Bill McCall replied to a thread D’Addario flat tops in General Mandolin Discussions

Don Rigsby. I tried them, they’re ok, not the feel of real flatwounds, nor the price.

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Jul-27-2022, 5:50pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Old photo(s) with mandolin in Orchestral, Classical, Italian, Medieval, Renaissance

I often feel that way just before taking a break:confused:

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Jul-27-2022, 5:11pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Ever wonder? in General Mandolin Discussions

It's not often I feel sad that banjos are disrespected, but it happened.

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Jul-27-2022, 4:23pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Gilchrist Using The Tone Traveler On Mike Compton's Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Ninety years have passed since Virzis were patented. Pretty slow uptake. And I’m just saying some very respected folks can be very idiosyncratic.

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Jul-27-2022, 3:32pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Gilchrist Using The Tone Traveler On Mike Compton's Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Just like following Lloyd Loar and putting in Verdi’s all over the place.

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Jul-26-2022, 8:58pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Jerry Capehart in Vintage Instruments

It would take an descriptive, itemized list to tell. May not be worth whatever you paid, or maybe more. To someone.

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Jul-26-2022, 8:55pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Pettine method part VI on Google Books in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Not of much use if you’re not apart of the Googleplex.

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Jul-26-2022, 1:08pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread So if I love The SteelDrivers... in Bluegrass, Newgrass, Country, Gospel Variants

I like Steeldrivers too, but check out Appalachian Road Show. Great vocals, great songs.

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Jul-25-2022, 4:32pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Reasons to avoid practicing in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

I have to catch up on Mandolins and Beer podcasts:)

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Jul-25-2022, 12:05pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread A5 top thickness in Builders and Repair

Removing the overburden is burdensome. I would think leaving no more that 1/16 would be sufficient I wouldn’t know about reshaping under tension...

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Jul-19-2022, 5:55pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread The weight balance between the head and body in Builders and Repair

As noted in post #8, a strap behind the nut makes the balance so much better, especially if its not slippery on your clothing.

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Jul-19-2022, 5:53pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Does a small split by sound hole matter? in Builders and Repair

Yes, it could be repaired but that won't be free. I'd pass and wait for one without any damage. Good luck.

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Jul-19-2022, 3:36pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread 5 string e mando strings.... in Jazz/Blues Variants, Bossa, Choro, Klezmer

I’ve used emando.com and Martin had fine service. I have no idea where he sources strings. I’ve also bought individual D’Addario nickel guitar...

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Jul-18-2022, 7:49pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Need advice between two guitars. in Equipment

Keep the one you like best.

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Jul-17-2022, 3:40pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Anyone compared Fender 346 EXTRA HEAVY with Blue Chip CT55 in Equipment

Well, I have recently shopped the Fender site looking for heavy picks and ended up with a 346 in the Fender F series, which is 1.5mm. Its fine,...

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Jul-17-2022, 1:12pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread Anyone compared Fender 346 EXTRA HEAVY with Blue Chip CT55 in Equipment

I don’t even see them listed on the Fender website.

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Jul-16-2022, 4:45pm

Bill McCall replied to a thread 2 Finger Pick Grip? in General Mandolin Discussions

Some folks play terrifically with that grip, like Brian Oberlin. On the other hand, I believe Wayne Benson changed from that grip to ‘more normal’...

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