Re: NMD-Eastwood Mandocaster Ltd
Mike, FUN YES! Just wanted to reinforce your comments as my experience is similar to yours except that originally my sole purpose was to play silently unplugged for the benefit of my wife while practicing the same tune at nauseum.
BUT, then when plugged in I began to discover a whole new experience. For me the electrics will never replace the beautiful sounds of a good acoustic and I find that comparisons with acoustics makes little sense. Two different animals with two different uses and in my mind like comparing a Corvette with a Miata.
My first electric was an inexpensive "Hot Rodded" Pan Asian that I bought used here in the classifieds. Sound was OK but I wanted something with playability that mimicked that of my acoustics. This resulted in my purchase of a BIG MUDDY em8 solid body.
I still gravitate to my acoustics but the electric definitely has a place in my arsenal of mandolins and more importantly continues to provide enjoyment.
Big Muddy EM8 solid body (Mike Dulak's final EM8 build)
Kentucky KM-950
Weber Gallatin A Mandola "D hole"
Rogue 100A (current campfire tool & emergency canoe paddle)
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