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    Re: Pickup options?

    Plus 1 for the K & K. Pair it with a tone dexter preamp.
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    Re: Ellis Through the Years

    Glad you got it. I’ve been fortunate to caretake 3 Ellis (2 Fs and an A). I’ve settled on my forever Mando: 224 from 2010. It is as good or better than any Nugget, RD, Gil, or even the one Loar I’ve...
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    What it takes to get Bluegrass in WaPo!

    https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/olympics/2021/07/27/seward-alaska-lydia-jacoby-tokyo-olympics/?utm_campaign=wp_the_optimist&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&wpisrc=nl_optimist&carta-url=ht...
  4. Re: New Artistworks Bluegrass Mandolin with Sierra Hull!

    Gotta thank Sierra for choosing the light blue nail polish! It helps me follow her fingerings! Just kidding. What a great performance.
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    Re: Powerful A models in the 5K range

    Ellis.
  6. Re: Rest in peace - Choro das Tres loses member

    So sad. Chords das Tres was fabulous at the Symposium! His joyfulness will be missed!
  7. Re: Need Help with String Choice for Sweaty Hands

    Plus 1 on the Daddario XS. Can’t feel the coating and they last. NickelBronze would be second choice.
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    Re: My mandolin got eaten by a Stratocaster.

    I stumbled into a opportunity buy on a Gretsch Chet Atkins. Put 11s on it and I just love the sound. Also my wife lets me play while we watch TV.
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    Re: Ellis Waitlist

    Tom! That headstock is an absolute WOW! Amazing inlay!
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    Re: Ellis Waitlist

    Tom!

    Wishing a speedy and complete recovery. We all need that right arm!

    Here's hoping that your power bill was not a sticker as well!

    Best,

    Bill
  11. Re: Charlie Daniels, fiddle (and mandolin) player dead at 83.

    RIP Mr. Daniels. Thank you for the tunes! If you can find a way let us know if the Devil is able to keep up with you!
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    Re: Dylan on bluegrass in the New York Times

    Mr. Dylan lives up the street. Yes, I’m a lucky duck. But I can say from my experience walking my dog, he listens to everything!! Thank the lord for Bob.
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    Re: Kimble or Duff F5?

    I'm lucky to have a well worn Duff. A very strong instrument. When I got it, I contacted Paul, and I have to say he was absolutely delightful to deal with even though I am not the original owner. I...
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    Re: What's on the grill for the 4th?

    Santa Maria Tri Tip and Ribs!

    Sam Bush on the stereo!
  15. Re: Sierra Hull: Orchestra concerts in the Pacific Northwest

    What a fabulous picture!
  16. Re: Article: Weber Mandolins Winter NAMM Yellowstone Celebration

    Congrats Doug! Now I can say I know a winner!!!
  17. How is the alloy different from Nickel Bronze...

    How is the alloy different from Nickel Bronze which I’ve been using as a replacement for monel?
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    Telluride: anyone up to pick?

    Looks like it gonna be a beautiful weekend!
  19. Internal Pickup Installation Recommendation

    Looking for recommendation on where to turn to have a piezo (K & K) installed in a good mando. I'm in the mando-wasteland of Los Angeles and not sure who would have the expertise to do it right....
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    Re: Women with Mandolins

    Found this painting in a friend's house:

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    Re: D’Addario Nickel Bronze Mandolin Strings

    My beta-test set seemed to be light gauge. I agree with Drew that they were interesting but not quite there. I since have gotten the medium gauge production sets and I really like them. I am also a...
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    Re: Did You Ever Regret Selling a Mandolin?

    yes.
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    Black and Decker Power Station 500

    Anybody have any experience using this power supply for a small PA such as a stage pass 600? Will it last an hour? Two? Our bass player uses a small amp as well. Anybody ever try to power both from a...
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    I was lucky enough to catch Jenni at Huck Finn...

    I was lucky enough to catch Jenni at Huck Finn with Della Mae. Had the chance to chat with her. What a player and what a nice young woman as well!
  25. Re: Caption Contest - Win a free Mandolin Cafe ball cap

    Avi. Live in Venice. May 25, 2035.
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