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+1 for evaporative humidifiers. I finally threw my Venta ultrasonic out because of the dust. I tried their mineral filters to no avail. Another...
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A good mandolin player's spouse accepts that the pastime will require a significant amount of money going out and in most cases, none coming in.
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My Rigel A+ Deluxe (circa 2001) came with Grovers. I had no problem buying replacement buttons from them.
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Jan-22-2021,
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As I was once told, by a great builder "People hear with their eyes." Prettier doesn't necessarily sound better, but the human brain is a complex &...
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Nice steady playing, a good start. But just MHO, but if you are going to play out with Irish trad, you are going to need a faster tempo and all the...
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It will be a while before I get to it, I'm buried under repairs. I will get to it though, and I'll post pictures.
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I am partial to 80/20 bronze strings on ovals. I think they bring out that characteristic, chime-y, bell-like sound.
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I had a Hora OM years ago. It had no neck reinforcement except a neck as thick as a baseball bat. And the top sank. Also the tuners were awful and...
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I picked this one up today. The owner had an appointment in St. Louis so we met. It's very clean and structurally sound, but does need a significant...
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Rick is a fantastic resource, he's helped me many times.
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Making the A and E strings less "pingy" and general newbie recs?
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Agree with all that has been said. I would try heavier strings. I would go with Phosphor Bronze or Stainless Steel instead of 80/20. And a rounder...
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