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Old 07-30-2014, 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by cu4life7 View Post
I'm considering the jump myself to learn fiddle. I'm coming from guitar and mandolin with no knowledge of strings instruments. I am thinking pretty seriously of jumping in with the magic fluke cricket instead of going the traditional route. I would love to know if any of you experienced guys have played one and can offer up any advice? If not that, I might rent or find something used.... It's hard knowing nothing in the craigslist market.

The cricket feels more guitar/uke player friendly.
I haven't played a cricket, one of my favorite guitar stores near me has one though. I have to suggest the fiddle I just bought though. It's pretty close to the same price and I'm really happy with it.

http://www.folkmusician.com/Scotti-F...tinfo/FMF%2D3/

Robert does a good setup as well
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