🎸Vintage guitars require extensive knowledge and trust in dealers to acquire and maintain.
🤘Guitars that look cool on stage may have practical issues when playing or transporting them.
🔧Small brands and custom guitars often require dealing directly with the builder, which can be time-consuming and risky.
🔩Guitars that need professional servicing can be inconvenient and expensive to maintain.
💎Guitars that are too nice to play can cause anxiety about causing any wear or damage.
Are vintage guitars worth the investment?
—Vintage guitars can be valuable and desirable, but acquiring and maintaining them requires extensive knowledge and trust in reputable dealers.
Why are guitars that look cool on stage not as enjoyable to own?
—These guitars may have design features that make them uncomfortable to play or transport, limiting their practicality.
Are small brands and custom guitars worth considering?
—Small brands and custom guitars can offer unique features, but they often come with the inconvenience of dealing directly with the builder and limited warranty support.
Can I service my guitar myself?
—Basic servicing, such as setup and adjustments, can be done by experienced players. However, certain guitars may require professional servicing, which can be costly and time-consuming.
Should I play a guitar that is too nice to preserve its condition?
—While it's natural to want to keep a guitar in pristine condition, it's also important to enjoy playing it. Finding a balance between preservation and enjoyment is a personal decision.
00:00Introduction to the topic of guitars that may not be enjoyable to own.
05:59Discussion on the challenges of acquiring and maintaining vintage guitars.
09:45Exploration of guitars that look cool on stage but have practical issues.
13:22Insights into the experience of owning small brand and custom guitars.
16:18Discussion on the inconvenience and cost of guitars that require professional servicing.
20:24Exploration of the anxiety and hesitation associated with playing guitars that are considered too nice.
23:27Conclusion and reflection on the different aspects of guitar ownership discussed.
