Capos Paige capo original black
submitted 8/22/2010
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Submitter |
Horseshoot |
Where Purchased |
Not sure. |
Overall Comments
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This is a great capo. It does not cause my strings to ring sharp, as long as I put it on, as instructed. I like how I can store it behind the nut. I would buy it again. |
Overall Rating |
10 |
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Other BanjoMate Thinline Armrest
submitted 8/22/2010
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Submitter |
Horseshoot |
Where Purchased |
Little Mountain Music |
Overall Comments
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This thing is fantastic! My Deering Goodtime openback did not have an armrest. I chose the curly maple model. The system for attaching works great! So much more comfortable now, and the curly maple compliments the banjo, perfectly! very happy with this. |
Overall Rating |
10 |
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Picks pro pik good grip
submitted 8/22/2010
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Submitter |
Horseshoot |
Where Purchased |
guptillmusic.com |
Overall Comments
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I got the one with the derlin tip. It never feels tight, but it never feels loose! It is perfect! I love how it sounds on the strings, and it seems to have improved my thumb's angle of attack. I will continue to use this pick. |
Overall Rating |
10 |
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Picks Pro Pik Fast Picks
submitted 8/22/2010
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Submitter |
Horseshoot |
Where Purchased |
guptillmusic.com |
Overall Comments
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I really like these picks. I prefer the single wrap, but they come in double wrap, as well. I prefer the brass, for the sound, but are also available in nickel. They also have 3 blade sizes, but I prefer #2. This picks have improved my angle of attack. I am very please with this product. Very reasonable price. |
Overall Rating |
10 |
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Andy Buckland
submitted 8/22/2010
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Submitter |
Horseshoot |
Overall Comments
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Andy is located in Farmington, Maine. He is a wonderful musician, and an excellent teacher. He used to be a teacher in the local school system. Andy is very good at providing useful feedback, and seems to have a knack for altering the lessons to fit the student. I am very pleased that I found him. Very reasonably priced lessons. |
Overall Rating |
10 |
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Morgan Monroe Cascade MFB-5DX
submitted 4/10/2010
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Submitter |
Horseshoot |
Where Purchased |
Online. Honestly cannot remember what store. |
Year Purchased |
2008 |
Price Paid |
650 ($US) |
Sound
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After proper setup (store did not set it up) it sounds great! I play Scruggs style, tho I am a beginner. My teacher likes the sound, and I have had a lot of compliments on the sound. |
Sound Rating |
9 |
Setup
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The banjo was not set up. I find the action to be fine, after initial setup. This is an easy banjo to set up. |
Setup Rating |
9 |
Appearance
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Classic bluegrass banjo look. Lots of chrome. Nice woods. Good fit and finish. Seems to be a well made banjo. |
Appearance Rating |
9 |
Reliability
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This is a well built banjo. It has been reliable so far. |
Reliability Rating |
9 |
Customer Service
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Have not dealt with the company, nor has it needed repairs. |
Customer Service |
9 |
Components
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The wood, and finish and chrome seem to standout. I really like the tailpiece. I do NOT like the tuners. They are very finicky. I will probably upgrade to better tuners, unless I upgrade to a better banjo first. |
Components Rating |
8 |
Overall Comments
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I feel it is an excellent first bluegrass banjo. It has a nice sound, and is very reliable and well built. I am very happy with it. |
Overall Rating |
9 |
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