Re: Suggestions for types strings and a mandolin
Originally Posted by
Timothy L.
Does anybody have any suggestions for type of strings (guages) and other thing I can do to continue playing this Mandolin.
If you don’t mind the expense, you might consider a flatwound string from Thomastik-Infeld. I typically have used the mediums (mittels) on flattops, but you could try the light (weich) set. If you get really desperate, you could even remove one string from each pair.
Originally Posted by
Timothy L.
Does anyone have any suggestions on a new or used Mandolin F-5 with a narrow neck for about $1000.0O
Assuming string tension is an issue, I can’t imagine a situation in which an archtop is a better alternative to a flattop. If it’s more a matter of neck profile and nut width, then I’d say the Eastman 315 is most often recommended in that price range.
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