I Just Got My DREAM Mandolin!!!

[@Chewee394]

My dad had a Montleone mandolin that he loved to play after dinner. Wasn't until I grew up that I truly appreciated the craftsmanship of it.

[@Fernwald84]

Yes, David, I think the X bracing did the trick. The bass is perfectly boosted but smoothly integrated with the mid- and upper ranges. Speaking of the upper range, it has a fine, silvery tone, with no loss of roundness. The smooth integration of the three ranges is one of the standout features of this fine instrument. And, of course, it is a knockout looker. Hope you get to enjoy it for the next 30+ years!

[@thefreese1]

I agree.. I had a mandolin repaired .. the luthier tightened the string spacing and got the action as low as possible without buzzing when picked and this mandolin almost played itself.. amazing... I remember picking up an original custom Gilchrist years ago that had a skinny neck and tight string spacing and have wanted one ever since. You are blessed with a fine instrument... this luthier is top notch...

[@monologtube]

I love how your dog turned that door chime into a minor chord.

[@Gman1044]

The old Flatiron was killer but man, this new one is next level. Its in very good hands so congrats and well deserved. I was expecting to hear a choir of Angels when you opened the case😅

[@williampocobello5905]

I got my Apitius in 1995. Love it played none other !

[@matthewrogersmusic]

I’m having a mandolin built by Audey Ratliff of Church Hill TN and putting Rubner tuners on it! They’re amazing

[@Tergal14Mandolin]

I think this mandolin is a lucky one to have such a good driver !

[@normcoker9399]

I can only imagine how it sounds in real life. What a tone just coming over a phone. Lol I made a rhyme I think. Enjoy is all I can say. Blessings from Lower Alabama.

[@Sparks53]

Congratulations David! It couldn't have happened to a nicer guy oozing with talent.

[@samsaxetaller]

I’d love to see a sound comparison video between this new mandolin and your old Apitius and your Flatiron! This sounds great!

[@willcooper7345]

What an awesome thing that you thought to share this with your students, supporters and fans. Though I am a Patron, we have never actually met (livestream questions aside) but you have another gift in making us (fans and Patrons) feel like true friends… like we were sitting beside you in the room as you excitedly revealed this story. Your down-to-earth, genuine personality (aside from your immense talent) fills me with great joy that YOU are happy with this honor. It is nice to share in some of the happiness and joy you have provided all us students and Mandolinists through your playing and teaching. May you enjoy your journey with this instrument for many years to come.

[@ruggerobelloni4743]

THE sound, 'nuff said.😊❤

[@marshalmcdonald7476]

Mandolin music at 6:18

[@jameschristiansson3137]

Sounds great. Listening to you geek out about mandolins is great.

[@thejacktownramblers]

Wow!! So cool David. The mandolin looks and sounds great man! Wow! What a mandolin. I’ve been in your shoes man… I received a new build myself back in September or so. The anticipation is crazy.

[@rileysump3913]

I’ve got one of these with two tone-bars for sale at the mandolin Cafe classifieds, folks…

[@jeremychapman7243]

Congratulations. It's a beautiful mandolin.

[@cliffsandifer3877]

Apitius are an investment.....

[@appiarius6998]

Mandolin is freaking gorgeous in every way!!

[@92kingsly]

Congrats, Dave -- thats a rare opportunity. And the new mandolin has a sweet tone and extra depth on the low end

[@alastair6356]

Absolutely beautiful sounding mandolin and aesthetically beautiful to. I Look forward to hearing you play your tunes on this to.

[@jgarber235]

Fantastic. I love the look and the tone. To me the ultimate test on an acoustic instrument is the sweetness of the high notes and this definitely has that. It sounds overall like… well… a dream. Congratulations to you and to Oliver. I am looking fwd to hearing some great playing from you and this new one.

[@KeefsCattys]

Superb sound and wonderful craftmanship . If anyone deserves such a stunning instrument its you David. Really enjoyed seeing the backstory and can't wait to hear it played on future videos .

[@ricklarsen852]

That mandolin is a true work of art, both how it looks and especially how it sounds! And love the beautiful inlay work on the headstock for sure! A big congrats to you!!

[@perrycleaveland8354]

It’s gorgeous, David-Congrats! The F/F is mighty fine and it seems really well balanced up and down the fretboard. The bracing approach was an excellent suggestion, and albeit adding more bottom end, it doesn’t detract from the pristine highs. Although that whomp/bark/dry response is desirable to many, that (aforementioned) balance will serve you well both in performance and (as equally important) in the recording studio!

[@yoniudkoff3577]

Oh man!!! Amazing!! Congratulations!! Looking forward to hearing many tunes!!! My dream mando is the apitius a-style in blonde. Heck I’ll take almost any configuration from him! Such beautiful instruments

[@trev_mcnaughton]

I absolutely love a narrow nut/string spacing. my f-style is pretty narrow, especially compared to the Eastmans I've been trying. Makes it hard to play on the thicker ones. Beautiful workmanship! Congrats on it! Gotta love that Canadian craftsmanship!

[@gwawd]

Oh, that's a looker, for sure. And it should open up gracefully.

[@toddbowman1537]

Beautiful in looks and sound! Looking forward to hearing it as it matures!

[@deanoverlie224]

Lifted the top of the case .. It IS a gorgeous finish - couldn't imagine better .

[@nathanaelmcinnis]

I got excited for you just watching you open that mandolin! It's gorgeous and sounds great!

[@williampocobello5905]

Glade I found your channel. I have an Apitius that I bought in 1994. Use it on stage and recordings. Fits all my needs.

[@l.baughman1445]

Beautiful warm tone. Also I’m not hearing buzzing or sound bleed of strings. Crisp distinct notes are so fluid with your playing style. Fast tempo clarity to my ears! 🎉 congratulations!

[@fiaw6862]

I feel happy to see you excited! And it sounds great too!

[@Scratchmando]

Big congrats! Oliver is a real artist.

[@darylcrisp1863]

looks and sounds excellent! looking forward to hearing how it matures, definitely another color crayon in the box

[@ssmabecrelis6443]

I’m such a fanboy of Oliver’s work. The thing that stands out to me the most on this new one is the clarity and balance. There’s a thick percussive thud that follows each note like you said, and I can totally hear that delay you’re talking about. I think that’s because the actually note is so responsive and projects out so quickly. To have a mandolin that can be a total hoss but also records really well IS the dream.

[@absoluteelectricandmainten7432]

AWESOME!!! From the first strong hits on the strings I could hear the thunky tone. I love how one mandolin enthusiast termed it as “like hitting an old hollow log with a stick” kind of tone. It’s powerful to hear such an awesome tone from a mandolin so new. I can only imagine how it will “come into its own” even more with time.

[@blackpowderpiper5711]

Looks and sounds beautiful David! Congratulations! Thanks for all you do for the mandolin community.

[@francoisbodhuin6010]

Congratulations. You deserve it !!! Thanks for sharing your excitement and happiness with us.

[@stevenacord7642]

It's just amazing sounding. it's looks are special . she sweet.. it's a Breath taking instrument 👍

[@calebellismando]

That thing is so beautiful! That's one thing I love about my mandolin (Northfield Big Mon) is its barky low end. Your's seems to have all around great tone though. I'd love to hear it in person

[@LilBlueOnk]

How funny that you got your new love on Valentines day, and it's beautiful! I hope your wife wasn't too jealous!

[@ParadigmStudios]

So exciting to see some get their dream ax! Enjoy it David!

[@leathertownguitarstudio]

thanks for highlighting a local (to me) mandolin maker. beautiful instrument

[@brock4388]

Congratulations! Looks great and sounds even better!

[@AdamBrown-w2f]

So happy for you. It's sounds beautiful, but you can make any wood and wire setup sound good.

[@donstiernberg2234]

Congrats Oliver! Oh and you too David :)

[@bronwynsinclair1646]

It's totally beautiful. The inlay is gorgeous . Ihad Rubner tuners put on one of mine (oh no, you've cut your lovely curls!)

[@tobias7533]

Congratulations and thanks for sharing, David! It sounds amazing (obvs)!

[@gummiatli]

Aaah man! 😍 Sounds and looks amazing. Congratulations David !!!

[@Murthy-z4n]

Looks nice. How much is it?

[@IMando]

Such separation of notes, which is a really nice sound. I suspect that will change as it warms up, but at the same time it will find its own voice. I'm super excited to hear this over the coming years. I'll be curious to hear how how the X bracing works. It appears to give a more balanced sound from this quick listen. Congratulations!

[@kensjewell1982]

Awesome David, sounds great!....congrats! You looked like me when I first received my Robin Smith banjo back 4 years ago!

[@RichardBlair484]

Where does Oliver live in Ontario?

[@markb6413]

Congratulations. Thanks for sharing your joy. It's infectious

[@stephenreese426]

Beautiful instrument and sounds incredible!

[@davidsims1329]

It really sounds great beautiful mandolin too

[@S1leNtRIP]

That's so dang cool! Great stuff dude!

[@BluegeanJana]

Really nice. What a blessing.

[@BanjoLemonade]

Congratulations 👏 to you!! Awesome.

[@genechaas7369]

its beautiful in every way!

[@kimnoragay8639]

Beautiful! HappyBirthday! Sounds and looks awesome.

[@acousticremnant]

Perfection!

[@tjf42193]

Hey David congrats on the new mandolin! Question do you have a warm up and cool down stretch routine for when you start and finish practicing? Video on it please?

[@pbzXL]

dokonalá věc v dokonalých rukou, nádhera

[@jobanski]

Wow! That thing is gorgeous! 😍

[@delaynepascal7465]

Found it interesting that when you received it you didn't have to wait 24 hrs before opening the box & at least another 48 to open the case. That's what I was told when the mandolin store shipped me my Eastman MD515 cc/n. Due to cold temps & acclimating gradually they said. Yours came from Ontario, Canada . So I would think same would apply. Thoughts? It took all the willpower I had not to rip right into it. I'm In Massachusetts

[@kevininman2013]

That’s an amazing Mandolin!

[@Peter-sk5vg]

Tabitha, you must be gorgeous if yer fella could actually tear himself away from THIS BEAUTY

[@szabadsag8229]

Congrats David!! So happy for you!

[@BenAdam-om2hr]

Wow! Congratulations on your new Hoss of a mando, David. It looks and sounds great, and could be your lifetime signature axe that you will be known for. I am a little puzzled by the E course MOP nut veneer, though. It would only come into play when playing an open E note on them. I am of the belief that a zero fret makes the most sense for a number of reasons, not least an evenness of tone when playing open and fretted notes. An actual nut (as opposed to a string spacer that looks like a nut) really only makes sense on fretless instruments like the violin family, etc.

[@RayGRealtor]

i am excited for you.. thanks for all you share.

[@terilamarco515]

Gorgeous! Interesting specs, sounds amazing!

[@brucepacheco6533]

a work of art! And you can play it too!!!

[@jaystrausser]

Wow. Amazing piece man!

[@garyteague9555]

Wow how wonderful

[@johnhuber6440]

Congrats!

[@mchillin]

Beautiful and Sounds Great !

[@mrsockmonkey1969]

I could only dream of owning such a fine instrument

[@MissMandoGal]

Great sounding Mandolin!!!

[@Papinka3900]

Congratulations

[@FeelsLikeSunshine]

Sounds great! What’s the tune at 8:08?

[@matthewrogersmusic]

Durang’s Hornpipe by Adam Steffey

[@user-gn5fq1zu9f]

What price range are these mandolins?

[@Mandolin_Matt]

They sit around $11,000 for the f-styles. Not the most affordable but they are beauties!

[@robertproctor7921]

Excellent

[@girouardmandolins8227]

Beautiful! We love Oliver's work!!

[@G.TinyShark]

Even through aged iPad speakers it’s obvious that is a sensational sounding instrument.

[@darrylreaume590]

So jealous!

[@musicofanatic]

Curious..."Loar specs" and x-bracing seem contradictory. Does "Loar spec voicing" refer only to the graduation, the variation in thickness throughout the top...the recurve minimal thickness area around the edge? Does anyone build mandolins with any other graduations in top thickness? I figured this basic formula (thickest in the center, gradually thininng to the recurve, then thicker again at the edge of the body) was generally adhered to by most/all archtop instrument carvers...?

[@andrewmorganbrownmusic7836]

Absolutely killer!!

[@edwardlatzy7812]

I'd have to think real hard to find somebody who deserved their dream mandolin more than you David and doubt that I could!!🎵🎶🎵🎶✨👏👏✌️.... Be careful crossing the street for a while haha😂

[@michaelosborne1922]

Thanks for sharing!

[@deandaniel4911]

😎 Very Cool ! Happy for you !

[@lydiapiano24]

This is so awesome!!!!!

[@hilarywest2830]

Oliver rules

[@张文君-x1v]

It sounds a little bit cold

[@quigley4440]

Can I have the old Vanguard? Please, please, please.

[@robertj1303]

I guess anything that is over $10000 should be awesome. I am talking with Paul Hathway about buying his A Mandolin who Mcartney and Bill Bailey use for £1000 so quite a difference probably in every way. Its a bit like guitars i have a good Gibson Les Paul studio modded sounds great for $1200 without the fanciness of the $4500 Les Paul, no binding ( I dont like) plain sparkle pearl silver color. Is it as good, to play it certainly is. My custom Waghorn $3500 and its custom spec’d so I get it. Just $10000 is not in my land of opportunity not could I see it ever being. 😊😊😊

[@aaronclark2644]

Want to sell your old one?

[@brennenfitzgerald]

Me first!