I restored it for you. You posted it twice then you deleted both of them.
Anybody a guitar collector?
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I restored it for you. You posted it twice then you deleted both of them.
drfunk
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I really wanted to see that one. I was at the Hard Rock in London and had the privilege of having my picture taken with a few nice guitars: a 1954 Strat onced owned by Duane Allman sn 0003, Jeff Becks early Esquire, Joe Walsh's '56 Strat, a Pete Townshend custom Les Paul and the Flying V that Hendrix played at the Isle of Wight. The only guitar I couldn't touch? Elvis Presley's Super 400.
papajohn428
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rcnixon
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I'm not really a collector but I do have one beauty. It's a 1966 Mosrite Combo model that I bought new. I must admit that I am missing the original Mosrite strap but the instrument shows very little wear and is all original and electrically fine.
Russ
Russ
teesur
SWCA Member, Absent Comrade
Thanks Thiokol!
It was posted Tuesday during the problem period. I posted once, it looked like it posted, then it went away. I tried to delete to re-post and I did it again with the same result. Then I started getting the error messages. I could not tell what was going on and figured the whole thing wound up in never-never land.
Thanks again,
teesur.
Sure would love to have it back, had a great sound. Looked just like the blue one shown 
Well, since someone has to drive the bus while you pickers "moon" the crowd, here's my Gretsch 125th Anniversary jazz bop kit made in Ridgeland South Carolina (the arm has since healed)
And the "Mothership". Noble and Cooley CD Maples made in Granville, Mass.
N&C has been making drums in the USA since 1850.
And the "Mothership". Noble and Cooley CD Maples made in Granville, Mass.
N&C has been making drums in the USA since 1850.
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We're headed to guitar lessons tonight with a new instructor. Several years ago, my son learned the basics from a guy that leaned toward folk type music. CCR was heavy metal for him. My son likes rock, so he lost interest with the 1st teacher and started teaching himself via DVD's, YouTube, etc. The kid can play some impressive riffs (Van Halen, etc.) and I have no idea how he learned the stuff. He's pretty motivated, so I think it will be fun to have him schooled by a professional that can teach him the kind of music he likes. My son definitely seems to have the skills (I don't).
venomballistics
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cant say as I collect guitars per se, but I do play and have a few.
Since I play in church fairly often, and I am the most skilled of the guitarists in that venue, I am often asked for recommendations. So I find myself test driving guitars from time to time.
What cracks me up sometimes is when Im walking out of a shop and the proprietor says "Come in any time and jam out, we'll even plug you in " with enthusiasm.
Am I really that good ???
Since I play in church fairly often, and I am the most skilled of the guitarists in that venue, I am often asked for recommendations. So I find myself test driving guitars from time to time.
What cracks me up sometimes is when Im walking out of a shop and the proprietor says "Come in any time and jam out, we'll even plug you in " with enthusiasm.
Am I really that good ???
venomballistics
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figured I'd put up a recording of some of what I did with (or perhaps to, depending on your point of view) my Martin acoustic.
mostly noodling around. I figured I should get on tape so I can torment myself with it later by trying to develop it a bit.
A bit long. If you get bored drag the slider to about the 2/3rds mark and ride out a little Satriani piece.
http://www.venomballistics.com/music/feb1Jam2.mp3
mostly noodling around. I figured I should get on tape so I can torment myself with it later by trying to develop it a bit.
A bit long. If you get bored drag the slider to about the 2/3rds mark and ride out a little Satriani piece.
http://www.venomballistics.com/music/feb1Jam2.mp3
captorquewrench
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If you guys keep this up, I'm going to have to post saxophone pictures.
papajohn428
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Magnum-Krazy
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I started playing guitar in 1965, still have quite a few guitars.
Years back I got into strictly playing bass.
Since our groups played 100% Beatles music I bought German made Hofner basses, same as Sir Paul played.
Heres my 61 Cavern:
62 500/1
63 500/1
Group picture:
The main amp I use is a vintage 1966 Vox Super Beatle:
This is my 1968 Fender Bandmaster with some of my guitars:
And this is my 1970 Fender Bassman 135 with other violin copy basses along with a couple Hofners:
These are more 60's & 70's copy Hofners:
Ernie
Years back I got into strictly playing bass.
Since our groups played 100% Beatles music I bought German made Hofner basses, same as Sir Paul played.
Heres my 61 Cavern:
62 500/1
63 500/1
Group picture:
The main amp I use is a vintage 1966 Vox Super Beatle:
This is my 1968 Fender Bandmaster with some of my guitars:
And this is my 1970 Fender Bassman 135 with other violin copy basses along with a couple Hofners:
These are more 60's & 70's copy Hofners:
Ernie
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DeathGrip
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Thought I'd bump this thread up for Rusty.
Feel better buddy.
Feel better buddy.
EDIT: DANG!!!I just looked at the original date on this post!! You gotta be kidding me!!! Oh well...here's my two cents worth.
I don't consider myself a collector, but I've been playing in bands since 1966, so I've managed to acquire a few good instruments over the years.
Here's the guitar I played primarily during my high school and college years.
Gibson 1953 ES-175
Then for about forty some-odd years, I played mostly bluegrass music, primarily mandolin. I was privileged to be with some excellent bluegrass musicians with whom I recorded in the 1970's. Most of them were quite a bit older than I was. In fact, you can still find some of our albums at garage sales for twenty-five cents.
Gibson 1921 F-4, Gibson 1985 F-5L
But occasionally I'd play bluegrass guitar.
Martin 1985 D-28, Martin 1975 D-18
Nowadays, I'm playing in a Southern rock/country rock band and usually play one of these.
A couple of old made-in-America Fender Telecasters.
or...a couple of Gibson Les Pauls.
Occasionally, somebody will ask me to play bass.
Fender Precision bass.
Anyway, it's a fun hobby and I've enjoyed it for many years. I used to be OCD on myself, trying to play every lick just perfectly. I think I've gotten smarter over the years and now play just to have fun. If I make a mistake on stage....who cares? Just as long as everybody is having a good time.
I don't consider myself a collector, but I've been playing in bands since 1966, so I've managed to acquire a few good instruments over the years.
Here's the guitar I played primarily during my high school and college years.
Gibson 1953 ES-175
Then for about forty some-odd years, I played mostly bluegrass music, primarily mandolin. I was privileged to be with some excellent bluegrass musicians with whom I recorded in the 1970's. Most of them were quite a bit older than I was. In fact, you can still find some of our albums at garage sales for twenty-five cents.
Gibson 1921 F-4, Gibson 1985 F-5L
But occasionally I'd play bluegrass guitar.
Martin 1985 D-28, Martin 1975 D-18
Nowadays, I'm playing in a Southern rock/country rock band and usually play one of these.
A couple of old made-in-America Fender Telecasters.
or...a couple of Gibson Les Pauls.
Occasionally, somebody will ask me to play bass.
Fender Precision bass.
Anyway, it's a fun hobby and I've enjoyed it for many years. I used to be OCD on myself, trying to play every lick just perfectly. I think I've gotten smarter over the years and now play just to have fun. If I make a mistake on stage....who cares? Just as long as everybody is having a good time.
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colmar pocket
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Just started playing again after a 20 year break . I gotta 1967 Hofner 500/1 Beatle Bass that is a real sweety and just bought a new Rickenbacker 4003 in fireglo . Now I just need to learn to play em !
SG
SG
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rcnixon
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I only have one anymore but I think it's a doozie. It's a 1966 Mosrite Combo model. It's the same shape as the more famous Ventures model but it's a thin hollow-body with one "F" hole in the upper bout. I am the only owner since new and it's not for sale. Someone will be pleasantly surprised after I'm dead. My wife and daughter both know it is valuable but not exactly how much. E-pay has them at $3000 - $3200.
Russ
Russ
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Tradewind36
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Mosrite? Nice! Haven't seen one of those in years, always wanted one but was out of my budget. Loved the Ventures, still have several LPs from the 60's.
kozmic
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The O.P. was talking about his son's collection. My eldest is a very avid player and his collection has blossomed into a some very nice stuff. Here are a few of his...1987 V serial number 57 reissue Mary Kaye strat, his American Standard strat work horse, a Buddy Guy strat with an autographed strap and back plate, 2 Gibson SGs, a standard and a '61 reissue in very rare sapphire blue. Lastly is a Paul Reed Smith Limited edition Custom 24 with a Brazilian rosewood fret board, hybrid hardware and a "10" top that I gave him from my collection this week (one of 500).
Between he and I we have over 40 guitars. It's a pretty cool hobby and something I really enjoy sharing (and playing) with him.
Between he and I we have over 40 guitars. It's a pretty cool hobby and something I really enjoy sharing (and playing) with him.
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Some very nice guitar pics posted!
In addition to my son's collection, he talked me into buying some as "investments". I've enjoyed doing it and figure that worst case, I could sell them for what I've invested. I've got a couple of guitars that were pretty much bought at retail price, but most were good deals found on Reverb or eBay. I now have a basement full of guitars. LOL.
My son's band has cut an EP and is doing pretty well. It's country music with some Rock influences, but not really like the mainstream stuff you hear on the radio. Pretty good, I think. The band is Nine Miles to Nowhere.
In addition to my son's collection, he talked me into buying some as "investments". I've enjoyed doing it and figure that worst case, I could sell them for what I've invested. I've got a couple of guitars that were pretty much bought at retail price, but most were good deals found on Reverb or eBay. I now have a basement full of guitars. LOL.
My son's band has cut an EP and is doing pretty well. It's country music with some Rock influences, but not really like the mainstream stuff you hear on the radio. Pretty good, I think. The band is Nine Miles to Nowhere.
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