Congratulations on the Pava! I have a Pava player, and a Collings MT - they are both wonderful mandolins, they both have fabulous fit and finish, and wonderful sound and playability. The main difference (IMHO) is the Collings is "brighter" in sound, but I love them both. The Collings is also easier (IMHO) to "drive" for volume, although the Pava is no slouch either in the volume you can pull out of it. A mandolinist should be able to be satisfied with either one, but be forewarned - after you play a Collings you will likely own both a Collings and a Pava.
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