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KoalaBear - Posted - 03/17/2018: 17:19:19
Hi gang,
my current Mando is a Barnes Mullins 100 year old instrument bought online from gumtree.com.au
for 500 AUS. Its a good workhorse with Spruce top and Brazilian Rosewood back and sides so am the proud owner of this ancient lady.However am looking into buying a second mandolin and am considering the Kentucky brands.My search is narrowing the two contenders the Kentucky Km 150, and the Kentucky KM 505, and since am in Australia would like to place an order in the States for home delivery of one of these mandolins.Can contributors here guide me to what would be my best buy in regards to these two mandolins.Which would you recommend to me and why?My budget would be within the range of the suitable price of these instruments, as is the set price at Elderly Instruments and Musicians Friend.One of these would be a good alternative in sound to the Barnes Mullins, currently in my possession, so wait patiently for all your replies with a hearty thank you fellas.
the KoalaBear, Tan in Gondwana.
UsuallyPickin - Posted - 03/18/2018: 06:43:14
My advice is to always buy the best instrument you can afford. The KM 150 is an entry level no frills instrument. The woods are solid , not ply so it has that going for it. For the money it is well done. The KM 505 is a step closer to a fine instrument in the materials and embellishments. The quality of the materials , over time, will show in the tone of the instrument. Pretty is always a selling point as well.
Check out The Mandolin Store, Dennis Vance and The Folk Musician store Robert Fear for some store owner input. Both have a good reputation here and on other sites. Luck.. R/
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