The *NEW* Firefly FFTL “Rosewood” | Tele Tuesday
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- Опубликовано: 8 июл 2024
- In this 229th installment, Jimmy gets to “show & tell” with the much anticipated NEW Firefly FFTL “Rosewood” edition Tele style guitar from Firebird Music and Firefly Guitars! This model is currently “sold out” but when back in stock, is available at www.guitarsgarden.com. As always, my thanks to Firebird Music and to all those who watch!
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Really nice playing on the intro. I haven’t made it through the whole video yet, but I had to stop and pay the complement.
@@stephenwilliams6741
Hi Stephen…thanks so much man. Truly appreciate it…hope you enjoy the rest of the video as well! 🎸👍
Can you please tell me the name of the tune you played in the intro? I want to learn it!
@@flppr1
I was simply doing a “improv jam” on the spot to a random blues backing track…thanks so much for watching and commenting! 🎸👍
After injuries, money is tight . You have earned my paid subscription, Jimmy . Coming your way soon . 🎉
@@matthewfarren5423
Not quite sure what this means, but sorry to hear about any injuries. Money is tight for everyone, which is why I started this channel to try and help fellow players find better deals in gear without having to 2nd mortgage the house…I truly appreciate your stopping in and subscribing!! 🙏👍
You've turned me into a FIREFLY and EART FAN !
@@matthewfarren5423
Hi Matthew!! Thanks so much for stopping in! Glad to hear you are enjoying the channel. Being a fan of either or both is certainly not a bad thing…😎👍
Awesome guitar. Reminds me so much of George Harrison’s! One After 909 was the perfect song to demo this with.
Love the bluesy jam at the end!
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. So glad to hear you enjoyed!! Much thanks Mr. Opus…🎸👍
It's a tele. It's to be used to bash unwanted fans attacks also. It weighs what it should.
@@michaelmillican5592
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Gave me a good chuckle this morning Michael….thanks so much for stopping in! Much thanks….😎👍
With the exception of the rosewood fretboard, I would imagine that this tele is some sort of other wood,dyed to look like rosewood, what ever it is,it's a very attractive guitar, firefly has really stepped up their game, offering some fine signature guitars.
@@2dazetake
Hi 2Daze…thanks so much for watching and commenting. As per Firefly, they state it is a composite “engineered wood”…so whatever they used, they did a fine job! I see no seams (except the middle) and they even went as far as to give it the “pancake” look with the middle between top/back like the originals. Truly impressive and thanks so much for stopping into the channel. 🎸👍
Absolutely fantastic have a wonderful day Jimmy ❤😊
Thanks so much Amin…truly appreciated! 🎸👍
Beautiful Jimmy! Great playing as always!
@@EvolutionaryEnergyArts
Thanks so much….glad to hear you enjoyed!! Much appreciated…🎸👍
Good evening dear Jimmy, nice demonstration of the Firefly Telecaster. An interesting story about the original of this guitar from almost historical times. The color finish with the wood texture looks great. The price is incredibly favorable considering the processing and equipment. Nice to watch and listen to, I'm looking forward to the next video. My best regards, Pavel CZ.👍👍👍
Hi Pavel…so glad to hear you enjoyed the video. Thanks ever so much for stopping in my friend! Much appreciated 🎸👍
Worthy of that t shirt..skills man..
Hi Michael….thanks so much man…appreciate your stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
sounds fantastic. both the instrument and the playing
Thanks so much…truly appreciate your stopping into the channel! Much thanks…🎸👍
1) WOW! I can’t believe you actually got one of these-they must have sold out in the blink of an eye, because I never even saw them go live on their website! This Firefly DEFINITELY looks classier and better to me than the Harley Benton TE-70-that high gloss finish they did over their fake rosewood veneer just did not look right somehow, nor did their maple neck with the fake rosewood veneer on the headstock. The Harley Benton TE-70 seemed all around like a “poser” guitar, but this one looks like it is aesthetically AND functionally more like the real thing!
2) It sounds VERY articulate AND very rich on the low end! But 10 lbs makes it as heavy as a vintage Les Paul. Heck, some LPs out there are even lighter than that! If it’s true that Firefly’s rosewood Strat is in the 7-8 lbs range, I might just get have to get one of those instead of the Tele. 😢 I wonder why the Strat would be so much lighter than the Tele…
@@zuperdee
Hi PG…thanks so much. Yes, like I stated in the video, they literally sold out in minutes. These are MUCH nicer than the HB version from what I have seen, though this is only via pics of the HB. The weight was always my concern as even using “engineered rosewood” I anticipated it being a bit on the heavy side. I have heard that most receiving them reporting mid 9 lbs as like all guitars, they will vary in weight. I have not heard examples of weights for the Strat.
My ESP Deluxe 1000 single cut is every bit functionally equal to any Les Paul of any vintage PLUS the finish is far superior with mother of pearl binding around the ENTIRE body and neck. Very solid, with excellent tone that stays in tune over weeks of storage. Korean shouts quality craftsmanship just like Samsung, LG, Kia and Hyundai products!
@@thor9563
Congrats on your ESP! Appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing. 🎸👍
Sweet guitar. Sweet playing as always .
@@matthewfarren5423
Thanks so much…truly appreciated! 🎸👍
Locking tuners are nice, I have them on lots of my guitars, but the perfect classic touch to that guitar would have been kluson split post tuners. My Fojill mahogany light relic Strat came with them and they're perfect, best tuners ever and they look fantastic for a classic look.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Truly appreciate your stopping in to the channel! 🎸👍
Great video as always.
@@SapTheRashKid
Thanks so very much man…truly appreciate it! 🎸👍
Alright! A Mr. Stewart video! I always look forward to your videos. I get my Tease Tele from Torsten tomorrow! I can't wait!
Edit: I forgot to mention, that is some badass playing!
I wish my paisley Tele I bought from them a couple of weeks ago had that "Fender headstock".
@@Krullmatic
Thanks so much…truly appreciate it! Congrats on the new Tease!! Enjoy it man!! They’re just headstocks..♥️
@@JimmyStewart1 No problem. I definitely will enjoy it! You're right, it's just a headstock. Just as long as the tuners are good, that's all that matters. God Bless!🙏❤️❤️🙏
That bass added just the right touch. Great jam.
Agreed, that’s the number one reason I have not bought any of their recent Tele offerings. The regular six-a-side Firefly headstock is fine for their Strats but just looks too big on the Teles. I will wait until a more traditional smaller Tele headstock returns.
Beautiful tele & nice playing as well!!
I been thinking to buy a Jay Turser rosewood tele, is very interesting tele!😃
@@jazzydog
Thanks so very much for watching and commenting. Glad to hear you enjoyed! Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel. Much thanks…🎸👍
@@jazzydog
I have not looked into them…I will check them out! Appreciate it…🎸👍
Love, love that wheel truss idea. Have used it on my recent guitar builds. Remember folks your St. Leo Fender Who Can Do No Wrong did not play guitar he just wanted to get paid , sorry. Agree with you, folks forget that wood is not a uniform material. Just finished a custom guitar body of the wood I hate to work with the most...Alder. found hidden defect and body split like a watermellon😂
@@trinacria1956
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Yes, Leo was not a player. He took suggestions from any player who would talk to him, but in the end he did come up with some iconic models and did pretty well for himself…😎
Wood is a funny thing…getting it just right for a build is not as easy as some believe. Composites are in general, more stable when done correctly. I am not a full believer in the whole “tone woods” myth when it comes to electric guitars. Tone is subjective, and comes mostly from the player’s hands, pickups and amp…
Sorry to hear about your latest build…keep the faith and keep pickin’….🙏🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 thanks sir. Agree totaly. I have used some beautiful wood but in the end it's to jack up the price rather than musicality. Bob Benedetto was honest in his book showing that it was design and execution by making a guitar with knotty low grade hardware pine. Have done some controlled live blind tests with amusing results of dropped jaws when they picked $200 over the iconic college tuition priced guitar. In the end the word is PLAY it's for production of joy.
@@trinacria1956
Agreed!! Headstock Logo’s are overrated…😎
I have worked with Rosewood many times my pieces didn't need a finish just the light sealer or oil finish. Rosewood can take a high polish by itself and it is an excellent choice for Fine Jewelry. Rosewood can be light or heavy depending on if it grew inside of the tree or close to the Bark Side.... 269 is insane I would have bought it even if I had to completely rebuild and rework it
@@fordsrestorations970
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing your thoughts! 🎸👍
Always enjoy your videos Jimmy. Mine is actually only 8lbs 2OZ. Man I love the pickups. Very twangy but articulated, with great high, mids, and lows balanced frequencies. I agree with you about the setup, it was perfect on mine as well.
@@msantos7948
Hi Miguel…thanks so much man…really appreciate it and glad you enjoyed. So you hit the “lotto” on weight? 😎
They will certainly vary a bit, but most folks I have heard from are all reporting back in the “same weight range” as mine…9.5 to just over 10lbs…
The pups sound great…the guitar feels/looks and plays great…I can deal with a bit of “heft”…👍
Appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing…much thanks!
Harrison's Mahogany Tele WAS solid Mahogany as it was the "prototype". It weighed a ton ..hence why the tributes were chambered.
@@worthmoremusic
Thanks for stopping into the channel. Well, based on what I have read and researched, Harrison’s Tele was indeed a prototype but was not a solid rosewood slab, but made of 4 pieces (two for the front and two for the rear) and chambered for weight relief, according to Martin Kelly, guitar historian and co-author of The Golden Age of Fender: 1946-1970. Here is a bit of Kelly’s article for Guitar Player:
“The first Rosewood Tele was constructed from four pieces of rosewood glued together - two on the top and two on the bottom,” Kelly explains. “Harrison's prototype guitar was made from four bits of rosewood, whereas production examples seem mostly to be made using a solid slab of rosewood on the back and a solid slab on the front. All Rosewood Teles feature a thin layer of maple sandwiched in the center of the body.
All Rosewood Teles feature a thin layer of maple sandwiched in the center of the body
Martin Kelly
“George’s guitar was chambered - perhaps more so than production models - to alleviate weight. Rosewood is a dense wood, and production Rosewood Teles can often be very heavy, even though they’re chambered. They vary a lot in terms of weight, but I’m reliably told George’s guitar is lighter than most production examples
P.S. I just assumed you meant to say “rosewood” here and not mahogany. Thanks for stopping in! 🎸👍
Beautiful Tele
@@tankdarla637
Thanks so much for watching and commenting! They did a great job on these for sure…truly appreciate your stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
Sweet-sounding TL. I have to thank you for that riff around 18.00 mins. Loved adding that to my favorites. If I purchase this TL, I will likely take a router to the back and lighten it a bit. I'm considering different ways of trying to keep the sustain and cap the chambers with a thin piece of rosewood. 🤔
@@janichmondieu6505
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Glad you enjoyed. I don’t know if taking a router to it is a wise idea, but suppose it’s possible to pull some weight off…truly appreciate your stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
Gorgeous guitar. I stopped visiting their site a while back as they no longer ship to Canada, and it's just painful seeing what I would be able to buy were it not for the shipping. I'd have definitely tried to get one of these.
Great demo.
@@oldmanzen6682
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. They put some LP’s on Amazon Canada awhile back. I can understand your feelings…it’s still fun to window shop from time to time. Glad you enjoyed, and I truly appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing your thoughts! 🎸👍
Too heavy for me. I have a Squier Classic Vibe 50’s Tele that weighed about 10lbs. I stripped it, gave it an arm cut & belly carve, and I gave it a smugglers rout and I was able to get 2.5lbs off that Tele. I refinished the pine body in transparent Purple w/a Black guard. I love the Alnico III pickups. It’s 10 years old now. I will never sell it.
@@3cardmonty602
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Nice job on that CV…truly appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing! 🎸👍
I glued a few 5 lbs plates to the back of my peavey because I want to get stacked, jacked and succulent
man that one is a work of art! sounds great too!
i bet a certain guitar company might have issues with that headstock shape tho!
looks to have a "slope" kinda like a peavey...i like this headstock wayyy better than the other versions of firefly T style guitars...
o yaa i really liked that backing track! had a peter greenish vibe(gotta good mind) to it!
@@birdman316
Hi Mike!! Thanks so much for stopping in my friend…I mean there’s only so many shapes to make a functional headstock, right? 😎
@@birdman316
Thanks so much….glad you enjoyed!
@@JimmyStewart1 veddy true hahaha!!
@@birdman316
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Beautiful retro looks, by George! Firefy did this one right, with a rosewood fretboard. Harley Benton came out with a Strat version. Pau ferro fretboard. Major fail. Grab one when they are available. It might be a good idea for Firefly to accept pre-orders in order to speed the process up a little. Great demo, Jimmy!
@@calbrockocat8728
Thanks so much for stopping in Cal…Yes, Firefly did this (and the Strat) justice I believe! Not a big fan on the HB version(s). Being that Firefly is a small company, they can only produce a relatively small number of guitars in each batch regardless of pre-orders or not. They will return for certain…😎👍
Glad you enjoyed…much thanks my 🇨🇦 friend….🙏👍
Very nice looking Tele and very heavy to. I like the guitar 🎸 and the sound of it as well but I don’t think I would be buying this one because I have just bought a FFTL with the Bigsby and filtertron pickups and F holes and I really like this guitar. And as always Jimmy your playing is top notch along with the videos you are making and giving us great content. Thank you for your time and insight on the guitars you bring to us.
@@MichaelLHill-fd3kw
Hi Michael…thanks so much for watching and the kind comments. I truly appreciate it. Congrats on your new FIrefly and enjoy it!! So glad to hear you are enjoying the channel…my sincere thanks for stopping in and sharing your thoughts! 🙏👍
Nice playing Jimmy! I especially enjoyed your version of One After 909. I was lucky enough to get in my order before they sold out and I just received my FFTL Rosewood Tele today! It IS a heavy guitar - mine's about the same as yours, 10 lbs. 2 oz. I have one other guitar that weighs about the same - a Harley Benton TE-52. Funnily enough, the weight of that guitar bothers me. This one, not so much. I think it has something to do with how darn pretty it is!
@@BigBraddah
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Nice!! Congrats on yours and enjoy it!! I have a couple of Ash guitars that weigh in over 10 lbs, also a couple of LP styles as well. I agree with your assessment on this…weight somehow does not seem to be as important on this one…😎
Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel and congrats once again! 🎸👍
Great-sounding tele! But what exactly is "engineered rosewood composite"? Does the body contain any actual rosewood?
@@jimmyj4811
It’s a good question JimmyJ and one that I don’t positively know the answer to. I believe the fretboard is rosewood. I think the rest of the body/neck is some type of “molded/engineered” wood. Obviously very solid and certainly looks the part. I don’t think they used any veneer for the top/back nor pieces as I can not find any seams at all except for the obvious “middle” which gives the impression of a “pancake” build like the originals that Fender did. I have asked of course, but this is basically the only info I am getting from FF. Whatever they used, it seems to have worked well. It’s possible that they made up a formula that uses bits, pieces, saw dust, shavings of different types of wood, pulp and resin to form the body/neck. Sand and stain…but I am only speculating at this point in how it was done. Thanks so much for stopping into the channel. Much thanks man….🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 I did some research, and supposedly it is another term for Blackwood, belonging to the Koa family.
@@jimmyj4811
Interesting…I noticed some descriptions like that as well, but wasn’t sure if their “meaning” would translate into our definitions or not…regardless, it’s a nice instrument! Appreciate it Jimmy….🎸👍
Nice telecaster 🤘
@@papablue3015
Thanks so much papa!! 🎸👍
I missed the tele, but I did snag the strat. Came in this afternoon. Weight was 7lbs 8oz. I really thought it was going to be heavier. Only gripe is two of the locking tuners spin. Solid other than an easy fix.
Interesting! I wonder why the Strat is so much lighter than the Tele…
Just weighed it again to confirm. I was wrong lol. 8 lbs 7oz.
@@mtandoLOL! Even that’s still nearly 2 lbs lighter than Jimmy’s rosewood Tele model here… I know there can be variation in wood density, but ~2 lbs?!?
I really wanted the tele. I wonder what other reviews will come in at.
@@zuperdee
Scale a bit off? 😎
Beautiful playing!
@@catsmeow971
Thanks so much..truly appreciated and thanks for stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
Beatles used Epophne also!
@@joedobbins870
Thanks so much for stopping in! Of course they did…along with Gibson’s, Rickenbacker, Fender, Hoffner, Martin and many others….🎸👍
Just go my FFLX Honeyburst. Rock-N-Roll!
@@banced1
Congrats man!! Enjoy and thanks for stopping in!! 🎸👍
Im getting the Cobra burst this week rock n roll gents
@@Moonmaster85
Congrats!! Enjoy it man…thanks so much for stopping in and sharing!! Much thanks…🎸👍
Are they going to produce more of these and the strat ?
@@matthewfarren5423
Hi Matthew…that’s the golden question, right? Well, seeing how well they sold and the potential demand, I would say yes they will. The other part of that question is when, and I would assume that it will be as soon as they possibly can. I would guesstimate somewhere between the end of summer, beginning of fall if they have contracted to have more built already. So, hopefully soon! Appreciate your stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
From Leo: Great into jam Sir. In fact all your playing was top shelf, you did get great tones from those pickups. It sounds and looks really good but over 10 pounds for Tele is pretty heavy. I have a Rosewood Tele from another brand, but the high gloss finish is so dark it looks like a black guitar if it is not in direct sunlight. I like the finish on the firefly better.
@@barbmelle3136
Thanks so much…🙏 truly appreciate it! Yes, 10 lbs is a bit hefty but not totally unexpected. The only other “ budget” brand I have seen attempt these was Harley Benton. I was a bit disappointed in how they “high glossed it”. Much thanks for stopping in and sharing your kind thoughts…🎸👍
Hi ya Jimmy,
So now that is sounding that good right out of the box? No set up whatsoever?
Sounds amazingly responsive, from subtle to strong pick attacks. Very responsive pick ups.
In other words your sounding just fine, Governor!
@@patrickkem689
Hi Patrick…thanks so much for watching and commenting. As I do my reviews, this is right out of the box.
Truly appreciate your stopping in to the channel and glad you enjoyed it! 🎸👍
The price of good fenders are so high you practically have to sell your house to buy one
@@gary-br4hf
Hi Gary…thanks so much for watching and commenting. Yes, pricing on the major US guitar brands have gotten quite expensive. If you are not overly OCD as to what name is on the headstock, you can find some very nice guitars out there that will rival many for a fraction of the money.
Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing your thoughts! Much thanks…🎸👍
Is the neck solid wood or is composite as well?
@@TheChristafershawn
Hi Chris…thanks so much for watching and commenting. Good question…I believe they used the same composite “engineered wood” for the neck as well. Whatever these used, it feels great and they did a great job! Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel…much thanks! 🎸👍
Seems to me all you guys that are on RUclips get the good fireflies. I ordered the explorer style guitar and the volume controls were reversed and horrible fret buzz.
Hi Mike…thanks for watching and commenting. Trust me, we all draw from the same guitars as anyone else. Most any guitar you order on-line is going to need a setup once it reaches you. It really is a special “surprise” if it don’t. Did you get your Explorer from Amazon? Just wondering…a new set of strings (usually a must) along with a tweak in the neck/bridge will get that buzz out…not sure what you mean about the vol controls being “reversed”….
Beautiful but a beast in weight.
@@brianmyers157
Hi Brian…I think I will be fine (at least sitting) 😎
Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel!! Much thanks…🎸👍
Wouuuu hermosa tele rosewood...... Tienes el link del backintrack... Saludos
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Glad to hear you enjoyed…unfortunately, I have no idea about a link to either the intro or outro backing tracks…just random and I played to whatever came up…😎
Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 okok tks good job on guitar.. Its expensive that tele???
@@javohesa3986
It’s $269 US so not expensive as one would think!!
Hi Jimmy, Which backing track were you playing? Thx Lenny
@@user-jz7ml7up9v
Hi Lenny…thanks so much for watching and commenting. Honestly, I have no idea. I just asked Alexa to play me a slow blues backing track and jammed to it. Did the same for both the intro/outro but changing tempos and keys…appreciate your stopping in! 🎸👍
I enjoy all of your videos Jimmy especially when you go into details about the neck profile and such
Wonder if those pickups are slightly microphonic.....sounds tinny & thin to me....could it be just in the audio ...maybe my phone poor sound quality ?
@@cclark5376
Hi…thanks so much for watching and commenting. Didn’t notice any type of microphonic issues with the pups, but I didn’t have it cranked out either. They sounded like nice Alnico single coils to me…good definition of highs/lows/mids…Tele quack with a bit of meat as they are pretty hot…I don’t do anything as far as pre/post sound editing so it’s just me in the studio with the amp and a wireless mic on the camera. I suppose it could be a blend of all those things you mentioned?
Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel…much thanks! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1
Many thanks for responding !
Love telecasters of all types...know nothing about your John 5, but love that mad cat.
My personal favs are the older (2015-2018) classic vibe squiers.
Firefly has come a long ways though !
God bless sir!
@@cclark5376
My pleasure…I have a couple CV’s myself…Mustang, Jazzmaster…love the offsets and short scales! 🎸👍
figures it's sold out
@@Anne6621
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. They sell out quickly for sure when new models hit…I am pretty confident that they will do more of these! Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel. 🎸👍
How much were the Tele and the strat?
@@MrSDFD18
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Both guitars were selling for $269.91 plus $27 shipping.
What do you mean byWhat do you mean by "engineered" rosewood?
@@tsmerk
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. The “engineered rosewood” was the term used by Firefly. Depending on what that term translates to from China, we can only take educated guesses at. Appreciate your stopping into the channel. 🎸👍
I checked the website and there are no rosewood FFTL guitars.
@@jameslanclos568
Hi James…thanks for stopping into the channel. As I stated in the video, these sold out within minutes after going live for purchase. Usually, Firefly will remove the listing from the website once a particular model sells out. You won’t see the sister “rosewood” Strat listed now either. Once they return in stock, Firefly will list them again. When that is however, is anyone’s guess. Seeing how well they sold and the potential demand, I would imagine they would be wanting that to be as soon as possible. Appreciate your watching and commenting. 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Yes, if they sell out that quick!
@@jameslanclos568
Yep! I will keep those watching and subscriber’s to the channel posted with what I hear coming down the pike! 🎸👍
I've got an indiana guitars indy custom Rosewood tele. 50 of 100 made. Gets no love lol
Looks like a rip off of my ripoff guitar😅😅
Sorry to hear yours gets no love…
Thanks for stopping in!! 👍
A ten-pound Telly is a total non-starter. My Jay Turser is nicer and it weighs 7# 9 oz.
@@davisworth5114
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Yes, it’s a bit on the “heavy” side…I was hoping for a bit lighter however as I state in the video, I have no plans on doing any extended sets with it strapped up. Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel and enjoy that Jay Turser! 🎸👍
It looks heavier than it is. It also looks dark and dismally depressing.
@@user-ev9qw3om1g
Ok….thanks for stopping in.
I wouldn't but a ffl if my ass fell off. No resale value. Just is.
@@ranman58635
Thanks so much for stopping in. Funny…I see a lot of Firefly’s being sold for more than new price, but most of us are not buying them for perceived “resale value”. I will most likely let my grand kids fight over that…🤣
@@JimmyStewart1, no problem, isn't that inflation? Eventually, it drops. Glad they get to play
@@ranman58635
Inflation…no, not really. Inflation just makes everything cost more as the value of your currency is worth less today than it did yesterday. In the used guitar market, pricing is based on player perception and supply/demand. How many 59 LP Honeybursts were made…how many “NoCasters” etc…etc….funny thing is, not all “old vintage” guitars were good guitars. In the case of Firefly, they are doing things right. Supplying well built, budget instruments that one can use/mod to their hearts content without breaking the bank. Not “overproducing” any one model, which keeps demand up. People walk into their local Guitar Center and see a nice FF 338 or LP/SP hanging on the wall with a price tag of $295 and the Epiphone hanging next to it at $385-$400. I am talking used now…they play both and realize the FF plays/sounds just as nice and offer GC $275 for the FF guitar. Sold they say! They didn’t realize they could go online and buy a new 338 for $189 - $219 and even with shipping, come out ahead. Happens every day…especially with Firefly as they are a smaller brand with limited models and many different finishes that become hard to get once the batch is gone. As far as budget guitars and resale value, they certainly hold their own in that respect. 🎸👍