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Thread #78478   Message #1446903
Posted By: GUEST
30-Mar-05 - 10:31 AM
Thread Name: Johnson Octave Mandolins
Subject: RE: Johnson Octave Mandolins
Hi Den,

Looks like a decent instrument and good value buy.

Fret buzz, if it occurs, is usually on the G strings as these are the heaviest and have the greatest displacement. Normally a tweaking of string gauge, to increase tension a little, or a minor adjustment of action (nut height, saddle height or, occasionally, neck relief... or, more rarely, a slightly high fret) will quickly clear this up and is well within the abilities of a good fretted instrument technician. Sometimes also playing style, and the angle of attack with the pick, can have a bearing on buzz as indicated by Guest, Friend above.

Good luck with this...The King of Fretted Instruments!

Peace

moo (obviously biased!)