All,
I have a Collings MF with f-holes and really love it. Been playing it for a few years and really appreciate the fit and finish and the sound. I’ve been planning to get an oval hole for some time and want something that’s different from my Collings. I’m not into super bright sounding instruments, the Collings is perhaps as bright as I’m comfortable going. I did start with an Eastman 6xx series oval hole F body and it was great until my ear developed and the bright tone was too much for me.
I’d like to buy a new or used (but recent) build. I have an OM that Austin Clark made for me and it’s amazing and probably my first choice for a second Mandolin but I’d really like some suggestions. I realize there’s a big price range for the brands mentioned but my assumption is that I’ll save for a bit and I’m also parting with a few guitars I don’t play anymore in addition to some cash I’ve been stashing for a few years
I’m leaning slightly towards a two point body or another F body but probably not an A.
Any thoughts are appreciated.
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