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Like many of us, I've played the same instruments for a number of years. They all have a unique history. I'm north of 50 now and was thinking how these instruments will easily outlive me.

Has...

So, I’m gonna be making a new purchase sometime in the next year. No rush - just waiting on “the one” to cross my path. Obviously checking the classifieds here as well as my local shops. I’m...

Goodness - so many good choices at your price point. Whichever one you pick, focus on getting it setup correctly. If you can, have a player help you with choosing. Picking a good make doesn't...

Hey all. I'm teaching a 3rd grade girl. She just started in Jan. We are using a basic instruction book (it has some exercises, chords - the boring part of learning). There's a few songs here and...

Allow me to clarify. I really want to use my Turkey Creek for my acoustic shows. It's just a better instrument. I enjoy playing it more and it sounds better. Money is really tight and I can't...

After years of playing with a loud band (drums/bass/electric guitar - you get the drift), I'm transitioning to a 2 man acoustic project. I used the Ovation MM 68 for years and it worked great.
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As was said earlier, I'm happy to play for free. It's the travel time, setup & breakdown that will cost you.

Free gigs are never free. After you factor the gas money, potentially thefood/drink you may pay for and , most importantly for me, the social toll (time I can't spend with my wife/kids and friends)...

I use my middle finger and thumb. By the time I learned that it was wrong, I had too many years ingrained and felt too awkward to switch (lord knows I tried).

I agree with Tim. IMO the Ovations are some of the easiest playing mando's out there. I think that once you get it setup properly, you'll be thrilled.

Thought I'd mention - my now 4 yr old son shares a birthday with Bob. Hoping to start an annual tradition, I played him a few Dylan songs on my guitar. After just a few minutes, I could see the...

I take another position. The owner, for whatever reason, preferred the band to be done. He hooked you up. It sounds like he didn't want there to be any hard feelings. Personally, it wouldn't...

I often take the ball ends off my old strings - then put them on regular loop end strings. It's pretty easy. Just put them in the loop & then crimp it tight with plyers. Only adds a couple minutes...

More importantly - how did it sound?

Collings MT. It's an A - but I'll be suprised if you have any buyers remorse. Shop used and you may find an MT2.

I'd say - pretty decent chance it wouldn't be perfect. The drill bit will get the hole to the correct size - but it may not be exactly centered (which may not be a big deal for you). The cut around...

Without hearing it - it's hard to say what (if anything) the problem is. Is the vibrating sound in tune? If so, I'd say it's just a unique characteristic of your instrument. Also, a good excuse to...

Also, it's worth noting. I can virtually guarantee you that while many of us may be better mando performers than you. I'd bet my last nickel that you are an equally (probably better) better belly...

It is much more common than you might think Aisha. Even those of us who have played hundreds of live performances get nervous. I will say that WHAT makes you nervous will change. It takes a larger...

My kids are too little right now, but when they turn 6 or so, I look forward to engaging them with this non-negotiable experience. If they hate it and really have no affinity for it, we'll find...

+1 to Jab. I completely agree - OP only been asked twice? I've toyed with the idea of having a Tshirt made up that says "It's a Mandolin". However, as one of my bandmates reminded me, some may...

I am. I've lived in my neighborhood about 3 years now and have met most of my neighbors through playing on the front porch. I have a great backyard - but prefer the social element of the front. I...

Can you elaborate on the band your in (PA, venue, instruments you play with, etc)? That info is really required for any of us to offer any useful advice.

As has been noted (but not agreed on), it depends on the circumstances. IMO, there are plenty of band circumstances where the quality of a mando really doesn't matter that much. There can be so...

Never seen one - never heard one - never played one.

Of course, I never dated a cheerleader. I never drove a sports car. I never owned fancy cloths. I'm pretty happy with how everything turned...