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    Re: High e-string keeps snapping, help?

    The "locking on" method of securing strings at the tuner was taught to me at the Martin factory in 1976. Yes, it complicates a bit removing the string, but it makes for a secure and quick...
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    Re: Crafter mandolin

    I bought my Crafter mandolin seven years ago. It is a workhorse. I like it and would buy another. Things I do not particularly like about the Crafter are strings too close together and weak sound...
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    Re: NewMAD mandolin owners

    I like my New Millennium (MIX) mandoline because; (1) it sounds wonderful, (2) it's very sturdy, (3) it stays in tune no matter the weather or temperature, and (4) it looks beautiful.
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    Does anybody have mandolin tab, or music, to the...

    Does anybody have mandolin tab, or music, to the Stephen Stills song "Souther Cross"?
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    I have a Martin Backerpacker mandolin (among...

    I have a Martin Backerpacker mandolin (among others). #I want to replace the bridge. #The factory spaced the string notches too far apart, so the G strings tend to roll apart when fretted. #The...
  6. Thread: Factory Girl

    by Yukon_Don
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    Does anybody have the tab, expecially the intro,...

    Does anybody have the tab, expecially the intro, to the Rolling Stones song "Factory Girl?" It appears on the 1968 album Beggars Banquet.

    The intro is a guitar, but sounds perfect for a mandolin....
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    Does anyone have the tab or music for the...

    Does anyone have the tab or music for the background song in the movie The Quiet Man. It is reminiscent of the song the Irish Washer Woman, but that's not the tune.

    I've been told that the theme...
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    I own an Ovation MM-68-7LTD and a Crafter M-70....

    I own an Ovation MM-68-7LTD and a Crafter M-70. They are similar and then again they are different. The Ovation is a high end commemorative model. It is extremely well made with great tone,...
  9. Thread: Crafter M80E

    by Yukon_Don
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    Dear Dang, The case I received is for a Tyler....

    Dear Dang,

    The case I received is for a Tyler. It's made well, luxurious and strong. The Crafter M80 fits perfectly and the price is right.

    The gig bag that came with the instrument is also...
  10. Thread: Crafter M80E

    by Yukon_Don
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    FYI, I just purchased a Crafter M80E. What a...

    FYI, I just purchased a Crafter M80E. What a wonderful instrument! Tone and sustain are quite incredible with a nice action. Yea, yea, I know that for you purists it's not a Gibson or some other...
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    Are the sound holes the only difference between...

    Are the sound holes the only difference between the M70 and M80 Crafter? #Do both models have the same plastic body (back and sides)?

    To those who snicker about the Crafter it may help to...
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    What is the difference between Crafter M70 and...

    What is the difference between Crafter M70 and M80 mandoolins?
  13. Thread: Maggie May

    by Yukon_Don
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    I fear I'm about the 900th person to ask for...

    I fear I'm about the 900th person to ask for this, but where can I find the tab for the Maggie May solo? http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sad.gif
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