It sounds like the type of finish (matte vs. gloss) makes a difference in tone – could you explain that a bit?
Yes, the matte finish brings a mandolin alive in resonance…less finish seems to allow the mandolin to vibrate more freely. This is good and bad…it does change the tonal characteristic of a mandolin…more sustain and resonance…however, a gloss finish is the bluegrass standard…and, it’s interesting how lower end properties and chops seem to come through on a glossy finish.
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