Yes, he's still selling it. I had committed to purchase it but after careful consideration and a conversation with the seller I decided it wasn't for me. I have decided to save up more and use the...
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Yes, he's still selling it. I had committed to purchase it but after careful consideration and a conversation with the seller I decided it wasn't for me. I have decided to save up more and use the...
Just wanted to share some pictures of a mandolin I just acquired and wanted to know if anyone was familiar with the maker "Taft".192092
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Please don't take this as being sarcastic because it by no means is meant to be taken that way, but there are only a total of 12 notes to learn. You already know your tuning is GDAE. If you already...
I think I am going to go with the Kentucky KM-850 for now. I liked the sound of my 756 and it's my understanding that the 850 and 855 are built in the same workshop as the higher end Kentucky 1000...
I had to return my Kentucky KM-756 because of some issues discovered and discussed here at the cafe regarding the tuning machines. As such, I now have a store credit at Musician's Friend that I need...
I am of the understanding that there are two ways to tune the Irish banjo. One being GDAE and the other one octave below that tuning. I might be wrong so please correct me if I am. I am also...
I'm going to tune it like an Irish banjo is supposed to be tuned and learn to play it just that way. I guess the same as an octave mandolin. Newtone strings have been recommended but I can't find...
Sorry for the post. I found my answer.
Hey all,
I hope I am not posting this in the wrong spot.
I recently purchased a Kay K-52T tenor banjo at an estate sale and my question is this. I realize that I am working with 19 frets so...
I'm using Erin Woolf off the classifieds. She gives the first lesson free. She has a wonderful personality, very knowledgeable, excellent resume, and is a great instructor. Her rates are very...
Yes, I tried both the phone and email and got no response from either. I would venture to say that since his move to Illinois that he is currently not working on mandolins. I took my Kentucky to a...
Yes, please change my name to Scott Salyers.
I am going to to take it to a luthier tomorrow and have it completely setup and looked over.
I can't wait to get my hands on it. Even though I am just a beginner I think I am going to fall in love with the Levin. I'm an old soul anyway and I have always loved old things rather than new. ...
I can order them direct from Schaller for $200 which includes the shipping.
Here are some pictures of the Levin.
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It's a model 41 F hole.
I have decided to use the $200 as a down payment on a very, very nice Levin which I know I will be very happy with.
I did find these on the Schaller website: https://schaller.info/en/gt-mandolin/464/grandtune-mandolin-f-style-non-reverse?number=10690164.71.31&c=31 Can anyone tell me if these are the correct...
Yes, in my opinion there is a problem but of course I'm no expert, as a matter of fact far from it. I am just a beginner. The tuners are very sticky when turning and the mando is constantly having...
Here is a closeup picture of my tuning machines. 191719
I recently purchased a new Kentucky KM-756 and I can't find anywhere on the Kentucky/Saga website or the web where it lists the brand name of the tuning machines they use on their mandolins. Does...
Okay thanks very much. I was just going by what the owner told me. I wasn't aware that the tuning machines were not original. I think I'll pass on this one.
Here are a couple of pictures that I hope can help you identify the year. 191717191718
I have the opportunity to purchase a mint condition 1939 "A" style Silvertone with original case and warranty card for $200 which includes shipping. Can anyone tell me if this is a good price or is...