Has anybody used a Northfield model M?

I’ve been thinking about upgrading. I have a Loar lm-600 but I feel like it’s time to start looking for something different. It’s not the worst mandolin but it does feel a little dry and choked on the lower end, almost tinny. Like it doesn’t have a good oomph behind a chop like I’m looking for. Naturally I’m looking for a more budget friendly upgrade so I’ve been waiting for a used Northfield model M to show up. Spec wise and from sound clips it seems like it would be a reasonable choice. Do you have one? Do you like it? I’ve also been looking into used Gibson A9 models which seems like another bare bones mando that may give me a better sound as well.

Sorry I can't give you any empirical advice, but as a fellow Pisgah owner :mandosmiley:, I can tell you almost assuredly that a Northfield M would be a major and positive step up from your Loar.

You may get a lot of advice on the rest of this thread on different brands to purchase, but if you have your eye on that model, I see it as a can't-lose situation. You will be more than satisfied with that choice.

When you decide to sell your lm600 ring me up if it's a late model in A+ condition.

There is one in the classifieds at the moment....

https://www.mandolincafe.com/ads/166697#166697

And as far as bang for the buck goes this Econo A from Silverangel is really hard to beat for a small shop American made mandolin...

https://www.mandolincafe.com/ads/166329#166329

NFI

Model M drool..


https://www.mandolincafe.com/ads/166813#166813

Also:

https://www.mandolincafe.com/ads/165580#165580

Unfortunately it’s not a late model nor is it minty

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I scooped up that Northfield. It was just so dang pretty.

I scooped up that Northfield. It was just so dang pretty.[/QUOTE]

What one did you get? The one from Northfield?

Got it! Sigh....

Let us know how you like it when you get it! :)

I got the one prototype Michigan made one from the classifieds.

I wholeheartedly agree with Charley regarding the Silverangel... working on a budget as you are, I saved up and bought my Forever mandolin; custom made per my preferences. Truly outstanding instrument at an excellent price!

Edit: all the posts after Charles's showed up when the page refreshed... congrats on the Northfield!

while you are waiting for delivery on your Northfield M, here's an excellent solo album that used only an early model Northfield M by Andrew Buckner. Andrew is a fellow Cafe member. Highly recommend his album.

https://www.amazon.com/Coffee-Good-B.../dp/B01N0XY0U7

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Originally Posted by LeeGarrett

I got the one prototype Michigan made one from the classifieds.

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Very happy for you!

Post pix and a sound clip after it arrives if you can.

Quite a step up from your Loar. Play it in good health!

Thank you, Daryl! :) I appreciate your support!