Re: Gibson Jam Master versus A9 versus Flatiron A value
Originally Posted by
Alan Spector
1) Am I more or less correct concerning tone?
You seem to be describing the differences often ascribed to x-braced versus tone barred mandolins.
Originally Posted by
Alan Spector
2) Will bigger frets on the Jam Master affect the tone much? (Maybe increase sustain a little?)
I’m skeptical of the effect of fret size on tone though it way well affect your perception of their playability.
Originally Posted by
Alan Spector
3) Most important -- is $1400 a reasonble price for a Jam Master in very good condition?
There are so few Jam Masters trading hands that you might need to use the A9 to determine a reasonable price, but a Gibson usually traffics at higher prices than an equivalent Flatiron.
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