I brought home from a local music store in (humid) Oklahoma City a new store setup mandolin with a high gloss lacquer finish, ebony fretboard and bridge, and discolored strings. It has had 3 days acclimation in my home in West Texas (much drier). I am about to change the strings and clean the outside with a dampened microfiber cloth to get rid of the grime. What should I do, and in what order? Carnuba wax? a proprietary "clean,polish,& protect" spray, lubricate the nut groves and exposed gears, etc.? I have a routine when I change strings on my old guitars, but I would like some input on a new mandolin if it differs from guitars. I did purchase a new case and humidifier. Thank you for your advice.
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