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  1. Re: Mike Compton demonstrates his 2008 Duff F-5 mandolin

    A good way to think about this style is that it's emulating the pulse and the drive of old time fiddle playing. What you are hearing is indeed intentional, and is very much in line the the sliding...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    Here's a further update to this. After keeping my mando in the case for a while, the padding has now compressed properly, and the case lid closes very easily without any resistance. I guess the...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    Update. I compressed the pads a bit last night with some weights, and have had the mando in the case all day today. It is closing easier now, though perhaps still a bit tighter than I'd like, still a...
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    Re: Best Budget Mandolin? Advice.

    The best way to make sure the mandolin you purchase is set-up correctly and will play well (without you having to do it yourself), is to purchase it from a store with a good reputation, rather than...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    Interesting. Maybe I'll try to compress the foam a bit with some weights for a few days, then check the fit. Currently it feels like a worrying amount of pressure on the mando neck, and there is...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    My concern is that it requires a good bit of force to close it and compress the foam padding at those contact points, which makes me feel like it's exerting a good bit of force on the mando, which...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    Well, a little update to this thread. After returning my new F model Crossrock case back in August due to the issues I listed a few posts back, I kept in touch with their very responsive customer...
  8. Thread: Upgrade Fever

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    Re: Upgrade Fever

    A used northfield A model would be your best bet for around $2k. They are great mandolins for the price.
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    Re: paddy on the turnpike

    Great tutorial/lesson on that tune from Mike Compton here:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-aIbF6kVV4
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    Re: Lessons in NY? (Long Island)

    If you can't find anyone, and you're open to online courses and are a true beginner, I strongly recommend Sharon Gilchrist's beginning mandolin course on Peghead Nation. I think it's the best...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    One last update: I've continued emailing with their customer service team, and they are very keen to get these issues fixed ASAP. Here's a quote from the last email exchange:
    "We've called a meeting...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    I'm having the same issue. It rocks back and forth on it's side and doesn't balance correctly. Super annoying. Really frustrating stuff. It's so close to being an awesome case, they just really...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    I'm having the same issue. One of the tuning pegs contact the inside of the case. I'm emailing with customer service as well, sending them pics and measurements. I'll probably return this one. If...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    I just received mine. The case is solid, and fits with tone guard, and plenty of bridge clearance, but I'm noticing that the case doesn't stay open on it's own, and the top slams shut if I don't keep...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    How's the bridge clearance? Does it leave an imprint on the roof of the case, or does it seem to not touch?
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    I've got the new case model coming for my Randy Wood F5. Should arrive next week. I'll report back once it does.
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    Does the headstock scroll or tuning pegs touch the inside of the case at all around the headstock, or is there full clearance?
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    The *newest* one just came out within the last couple weeks and doesn't require the extra foam pad...the inner padding is specifically designed for F-5 style mandos, and apparently there is more room...
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    Re: Crossrock Mandolin Cases

    Has anyone had a chance to try the new "better fitting" F style cases that Crossrock just released? Would love to read an in-hand review to see if they truly fixed headstock scroll clearance and body...
  20. Re: Article: Crossrock Case Company Announces New Fiberglass Mand

    If the new design specifically made for F models ends up being an accurate fit with proper headstock room, I'll be really happy and swap my older model for it. I have the current version, and it fits...
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    Re: Mandolin Instruction Methods

    Sharon Gilchrist's beginners course on Peghead Nation is GREAT. It a really clear, well structured place to start. I think it's better geared towards the true beginner than a lot of the other online...
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    Re: Compton vs. Henry Lessons

    I've used both, and both are valuable. I will say that Mike's Peghead Nation lessons are note-for-note demonstrations of Monroe breaks. The Monroe Improv courses that Chris offers are a much more...
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    Re: What Are Some Good Options in the $2-3k range?

    That's about as good as deal as you're gonna get in the $2-3K price range. Someone should jump on it!
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    Re: Chord based solos, Monroe method?

    Sharon's course listen here is a great resource for this:
    https://pegheadnation.com/string-school/courses/bluegrass-mandolin-fingerboard-method
    And if you want to dig into monroe style more, reach...
  25. Re: Looking for a Good, Online Bluegrass Mandolin Tutorial Series

    I've tried a bunch of the different online bluegrass mando course, and to be honest, most of them don't focus a ton on playing rhythm/back-up beyond basic chop chords and open chords. It's actually...
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