I was just changing strings on my flat-top and noticing how quickly it goes since I put a Nugget (by Northfield) tailpiece on this mandolin. I thought I'd give a quick post on this tailpiece in case others are interested.
A while back, Cafe regular Pheffernan suggested I try a Nugget tailpiece on my flat-top builds (Thanks Patrick!). I did just that and absolutely love this tailpiece. The look is utilitarian rather than decorative, but I strive for a very unadorned beauty on my instruments, so this really fits. Also, they are small, so don't look over-sized on a diminutive instrument, which mine are.
This is absolutely the easiest TP for changing strings I have tried, and I have had a number of good TPs. The pins are right there on top and there is nothing to thread through. Also, a harmonic dampener is built in.
The quality of manufacture is first-rate, too. Kudos to Nugget for design and Northfield for manufacture.
I hope this information is helpful to those considering a TP change. I'll answer questions if anyone has any.
Best wishes,
Bob
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