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John Russell Member From: Austin, Texas |
posted 06 February 2003 09:06 PM
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This thread is getting better! Oh, and Dave Doggett, that's enough about Gibson J-50 acoustic guitars! I bought one under almost exactly the same circumstances 25 years ago and it's a wonderful instrument with a somewhat diminished resale value but I don't really care. I'm keeping mine. The same forces that are driving up the value of old instruments are in play for us poor working musicians (well, I'm part-time). It's called supply and demand. It behooves all of us to understand or at least pay attention. Tell me why Brittney Spears, Eminem and some of the "new music" is popular and sells multi-platinum when guys like Doug Jernigan, Buddy Emmons, Brent Mason and countless others sell modest numbers? Is it fair? We're talking huge differences in the amount of musical talent here, yet these young moderns call the shots. Similar to the sick state of talk show radio and the conglomerates that decide what mass entertainment is available--I'm talkin' Gaylord and Clear Channel, et al. I'm not offering a solution folks, just an observation. I do some things equalize out in time. That Japanese instrument hoarder will have to sell some time. Who knows, there may be an economic upheaval underway now that may result in certain parties having to unload these treasures. I still maintain, if it's great sounding, playable instruments you want, there are millions available right now at reasonable prices. You may not get the correct vintage, the perfect antiqued finish and the cache of a wonderful vintage instrument that lived through the last World War or Roger Miller tour. All the guitar companies are issuing re-issues of practically everything. Then there are the new models that will be discontinued soon, better snap those up if it's an investment you're wanting! Back to pedal steels: Newer is better. OK, there, I said it. Get over it. So maybe the perfect correct vintage push-pull, or Sho-Bud Pro II has that "unique sound," guess what? Everything has a unique sound. OK, the '68 black, bolt on, wood neck, sticker decal version has a vibe unlike no other. Fine. I'm sure it does. I don't disagree. Fine old instruments will always have a special quality that will always be mysterious and wonderful. Some of us may get a shot at some fine piece some day and I hope I'm one of them. I really can't slam those who collect. It's likely that collectors/hoarders don't really play so for us who can play, we have something they'll never have. I'd say that's a sort of cosmic justice. --JR |
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Roger Rettig Member From: NAPLES, FL |
posted 07 February 2003 06:11 AM
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Well said, John! |
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Tony Harris Member From: England |
posted 07 February 2003 06:46 AM
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If you want a Fender or Squier Strat, you can buy them at a whole range of prices, new or used. If it's a Les Paul you're after, Gibson make a whole range, or you could buy a copy (I have a Hamer Slammer which was cheap, looks fabulous, and after some tweaking, plays like a dream). My instruments are for playing, not storing. But if you want a lap steel, that's not so easy to find - especially here in England, without paying a 'vintage'price. I came across a Fender Deluxe Six on legs yesterday, which was extra expensive because it was 50's. Of course this meant that the cover plate had been lost, the pots were crackly, paint had chipped off and been retouched. I couldn't justify paying the asking price - had to run away.... |
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HowardR Member From: N.Y.C.,N.Y. |
posted 07 February 2003 08:20 AM
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Don, ironically, your (this) thread is a collection unto itself. You have managed to collect the largest amount of individual forum members to respond to your topic. I don't recall a thread of this magnatude. Well, perhaps Bill Hankey's bent string lucky seven marathon. Anyhow, you have more forumites than you really need. Time to sell us off cheap, or donate us to someone who is in need. |
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Chuckie Acevedo Member From: Fresno Ca |
posted 11 February 2003 07:30 PM
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I can see it now "Howards Antique Road Show", complete with Semi-trailers and roll-up sides....oh God what a sight that would be. ------------------ |
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