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Yesterday, 4:39pm

pheffernan replied to a thread Dubova tenor guitar in Tenor Guitars

My Newton tenor is a Size 2 which has always struck me as a good compromise.

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Yesterday, 10:56am

Zach Wilson replied to a thread A vs. F in Equipment

I believe the two have different finishes (satin vs. gloss), which will cause subtle differences in the tone. Also, Weber has used different top...

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Yesterday, 9:02am

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Had to change my strings in General Mandolin Discussions

Yes!!! I get this! I too like "broken in" sounding strings, especially on my flat top. I usually change the strings on it twice a year and every...

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Yesterday, 8:54am

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Mandolin goes sharp between sessions? in Equipment

My mandolins and basses go out of tune sharp as well. I believe it has more to do with humidity and temperature than poor cut string slots for my...

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Yesterday, 8:35am

pheffernan replied to a thread Dubova tenor guitar in Tenor Guitars

Michael’s video and description of the 000 body made me wonder: is there an optimal (or suboptimal) body size for a flattop acoustic tenor?

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Jan-22-2021, 6:48pm

pheffernan replied to a thread Do great looking mandolins have to sound better? in General Mandolin Discussions

Some eras are better than others, but the brand always sounds good. My fifth mandolin was a Gibson oval from the Lloyd Loar era and did, in fact,...

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Jan-22-2021, 6:07pm

pheffernan replied to a thread Do great looking mandolins have to sound better? in General Mandolin Discussions

The name “Gibson” on the peghead always sounds good! :mandosmiley:

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Jan-21-2021, 9:25pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Your Wegen Pick in Equipment

Right on! :)

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Jan-21-2021, 5:02pm

pheffernan replied to a thread Your Wegen Pick in Equipment

The TF140 is my favorite pick. I like the tone and love the rock solid stability in my hand. Some might produce a better tone (Red Bear) or last...

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Jan-21-2021, 4:34pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Your Wegen Pick in Equipment

The TF120 is my favorite pick. I like the black ones better but I dont think there is any science as to why. The M150 that I have is alright. I...

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Jan-19-2021, 6:04pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Advice needed for complement to my Weber Gallatin F Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

If I had the money I'd jump all over this... how about another Gallatin! :) Actually, I still might. I'd have to do some serious convincing with...

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Jan-19-2021, 5:31pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Definition of a good mandolin player’s spouse in General Mandolin Discussions

Although my wife (who is sweet in every way) likes my mandolin playing, and likes that I have healthy hobbies (music, running, hiking), she does...

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Jan-19-2021, 5:50am

pheffernan replied to a thread Advice needed for complement to my Weber Gallatin F Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Maybe you could work out a trade with Dennis on your MTO: https://themandolinstore.com/product/used-pava-satin-model-a-4-mandolin-amber-torrefied/

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Jan-18-2021, 1:23pm

pheffernan replied to a thread Locating previously owned Gibson... in General Mandolin Discussions

Besides starting a thread like this one, perhaps you could post a WTB ad in the classifieds with any distinguishing marks or characteristics?

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Jan-18-2021, 12:23pm

pheffernan replied to a discussion New A4 Build in group Mike Black Mandolins

I hope the different fretboard extension eases your concerns. As for “long,” try to be patient. My build took a little longer than anticipated, but...

14 replies

Jan-17-2021, 10:42pm

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

Holy inlays Batman!

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Jan-17-2021, 10:41am

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Mandolin flagship song? in General Mandolin Discussions

There's always that one guy in the crowd :))

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Jan-17-2021, 10:38am

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Pick Thickness in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

Different strokes for different folks! And as you've already seen/read there is no specific favorite pick thickness for Mandolin players. I,...

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Jan-17-2021, 10:19am

Zach Wilson replied to a thread 1000 posts! in General Mandolin Discussions

You're getting there! And a lot faster than me too :) I drove through MT on my way back home (Seattle area) from ND last summer. Beautiful state....

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Jan-17-2021, 8:07am

pheffernan replied to a thread Mandolin armrests - Yes, No, Type? in General Mandolin Discussions

I put them on used mandolins (like my Gibson) that already have wear there from a previous picker’s right forearm. I haven’t worked up the courage to...

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Jan-17-2021, 8:02am

pheffernan replied to a thread Tenor Guitar Gallery & Sightings in Tenor Guitars

Those Fletchers don’t seem to turn up used very often, and Jamie’s prices appear (deservedly) to have risen: ...

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Jan-16-2021, 11:29pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread Resetting Expectations on Quality in General Mandolin Discussions

I feel this! Last summer I traveled to ND and only had my (the) Loar lm170 for a couple weeks. My Weber never sounded sweeter when I got home to...

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Jan-16-2021, 11:13pm

pheffernan replied to a thread Resetting Expectations on Quality in General Mandolin Discussions

So if I could only play worse for four months...

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Jan-16-2021, 9:42pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread What chord is this? in General Mandolin Discussions

Thanks Mark! Winning my Weber has proven to be a miracle. I didn't have and have never had the funds to afford such a quality instrument. I'm forever...

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Jan-16-2021, 9:35pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread 1000 posts! in General Mandolin Discussions

I dont. As far I'm concerned the woods makes wonderful "music" all on it's own. I also enjoy the silence if the woods. When it come to...

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Jan-16-2021, 7:54pm

Zach Wilson replied to a thread What chord is this? in General Mandolin Discussions

I use that shape quite often to play the "V7 chord" in any key.

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