I know of two large guitar oriented music stores that only carry J 74s, so don't be surprised if you run into that. Get some, then if you ever feel you want to change you will have a reference. Everyone will know what they sound like. Too bright? Ask on a mando website for something warmer than J 74s.
Go to the Mandolin Cafe and get Rob Meldrum's setup guide (free) and get your action measurements and see if you need to do a setup or have one done. Nothing is more important to mandolin's tone and playability than the setup.
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2007 Martin D 35 Custom
1970 Guild D 35
1965 Epiphone Texan
2011 Santa Cruz D P/W
Pono OP 30 D parlor
Pono OP12-30
Pono MT uke
Goldtone Paul Beard squareneck resophonic
Fluke tenor ukulele
Boatload of home rolled telecasters
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