Is it okay to sell guitars that belonged to your friends? I might sell my 1970 Martin D-41.
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Have the neck reset and get them to put a maple bridge plate on the guitar. Keep it forever and remember your friend who wanted you to have it. You will always enjoy and remember when you play it.
Get it fixed first. As you said, out of sight, out of mind. When you get it back, if you still don't like it, then it will have a better resale value. You may also be in a better financial situation to keep it. If you do decide to sell after it's fix, give the money back to Mike. As guitar players we always want more and more guitars; and I see more than a few on your wall. Are all of those keepers? The one thing about that guitar is that you didn't find it, it found you.
You also have to keep in mind how you was supposed to have the guitar, it disappeared for a decade and then still somehow found its way back to you! Kinda seems like a sign that you were meant to have it
The fact that you are so conflicted shows the deep reverence you hold for your old friend as well as the connection between his memory and his old guitar. Not sure I could sell it either but If I needed to to support my family I’m sure I would . I know your friend would be happy that his old guitar found it’s way to you and gave you joy for some time . I’m also sure he’d rather you care for your family than keep a guitar that doesn’t feel right .
I will also say this.......for you to go public with this struggle shows the character and integrity of you as a man. Whatever you choose to do with it, is the right decision. You could have just simply sold it, took your money and went on with life but instead you brought the struggle to life. Well done JTGH.....well done
Guitars are meant to be played, I’m pretty sure Sam wouldn’t want it to live in a case. It’s been nice for you to spend some time with it, record your memories, share those with us here on RUclips. Keep making great content, I appreciate the thoughtfulness you put into it.
Get its neck reset then decide… whatever you do if you are at peace with your decision it will be the right thing to do! Peace
It’s the memories that are priceless, not the things themselves. I would also suggest that perhaps Sam was trying to inspire and cultivate a life-long love of guitars and playing music, which clearly worked, rather than burden you with a specific item later in life. I would pass along the gift of music by letting that guitar go on to hopefully inspire some other blossoming player.
Also I should add that you were so excited when you found it which brought back fond memories of Sam and the guitar, which you then made a video of and will have that to reflect back on as a constant reminder of the friendship and brotherhood you developed with Sam.
yeah,you bought it.you're memory of sam will live with you forever bud! pay you're friend off and let it go! you're a good person and as a 60 year old you have influenced me the past year or so with you're thought's on guitars and life in general!! the haters and bad people will always be there.i've dealt with them all my life bud,i'm sure you 'll deal with them you're own way.sell it to a good home now and keep earning for you're family!! that's what it's all about!!🤔🤔
Well said spot on .!@
Here's a wise thing I've heard said about grief: part of accepting a loss is finding ways in your life to honor the memory of a person. It's about incorporating your thoughts about them into your life. Keeping the guitar isn't the only way to honor Sam's memory. It could be a matter of learning songs he played, or getting others excited about guitars in the way he did for you.
Sam’s guitar found you.
I have a 1905 Washburn that belonged to my great grandpa. I was supposed to inherit it when he passed but it was given away to the world instead by my father (he needed money). 20 years after my great grandpa passed it found its way back to me. I spent several thousand having it restored and it now resides on the wall. I take it down every now and again and it always inspires me in a season and it brings back memories every now and again of my grandpa that I had forgotten.
Money always works itself out. Keep the guitar, get it fixed and make it yours. You still have many seasons ahead of you!
You bought it. It wasn't bequeathed you. Sam was a player and the guitar was great for him. I'm sure he'd understand that all these years later in your guitar journey that it's not the guitar for you, and that it should be with someone wants that guitar and will enjoy playing it.
Give the money back to Mike, but tell him (if you haven't already) what you see the options as and see what he wants. Maybe he has another option? Just make sure that he knows the money isn't staying with you.
I have a late 60's/early70's J45D I inherited from my wife's grampa and I wish I had a friend like Mike. This thing has some problems and while I don't think he'd have a problem with me selling it to get better guitar . This is the 3rd guitar he's had that I know of, and he traded in an "old Martin" towards a new Sigma acoustic/elec. yeah...cringe. I was offered the new Taylor for it. But.. Family. So its a wall-hanger now and it's killing me.
Don't let Sam's Martin become a dust collector.
A guitar, as moving as the music it makes may be, is still a thing. Your friendship and memories of Sam are transcendent. I think you can sell the guitar while still honouring him.
If your friend had actually put the guitar in his will for you, I could understand why you might feel bad selling it. But you didn't inherit the guitar, you paid good money for it. $2k is a lot of money for a young guy starting a family. The fact that you bought the guitar in the first place is a loving tribute to your friend. You do not need to feel bad about selling this guitar.
Exactly. Since you ended up having to buy the guitar, it is yours to do whatever you decide to do. If someone in his family showed up with the guitar and gave it to you because Sam had mentioned that it should go to you, that would be a completely different situation.
Jeremy, you are a good and thoughtful person. Your friend Sam loved that person and would certainly wish you to continue saving great Martins and continue putting good people and great guitars together.
Tastes change with time, as you own story proves. You once loved this guitar, now “it’s not your thing”. Who’s to say someday down the road you wouldn’t be back in love with everything about it again. The history and story can’t be replicated. It found its way to you. It seems meant to be to me. I’d keep it and get it playable.
Great video, lots of relatable content in there!
I see you, big red.
Hi Jeremy, I don't have any helpful advise regarding this... but that video stirred a lot of thoughs in my head and I'm glad I watched it. Keep up the good vids.
You'll NEVER forget those memories of Sam and that guitar including the memory of selling it to someone who will enjoy it (repairs or not) and play it rather than it sitting under the bed in it's case. Sell it, those memories will always be safe in your mind and knowing that guitar is making someone smile will warm your heart. That guitar should be played and enjoyed, it still has many years and many songs in it's life. We all have to come to terms with the type of situation at one point or another. Can't wait to see which you decide my friend!
My father passed away when I was young. I struggled for a long time about holding onto things of his, like it would dishonor him, if I got rid anything that belonged to him.
This could be exactly what someone else is looking for. I imagine Sam would be fine with someone else owning it and getting joy out of playing it.
I’ve had a few guitars when I was finding my “voice” I guess you would say with guitar that I just couldn’t bond with. I remember in the really late 90’s (I think) playing a D-42 it was a cannon, I loved it.
Such a gorgeous instrument
Hey, Jeremy there's no question that your heart is in the right place on this; I get overly attached to guitars, so I get it. You've put a great deal of thought and emotion into your decision, and that tells the story of your appreciation for the instrument and devotion to your friend's memory. Were it I, here's my thinking. If the guitar had been willed to me in writing, and delivered to me by the family, I would be too emotionally attached to ever sell it; I would will it to someone that meant as much to me as you did to your friend. The fact that you had to go out and buy it elsewhere makes it a completely different situation. The guitar has memories, but it wasn't a gift. Find it a great home, and you've done your job well.
The things that you remember your loved ones by is not by material possessions, it’s about the light of their spirit that they bestowed upon you that keeps that memory in your heart and mind. Look there’s someone out there that will have their soul filled with joy and that would be the best for you and the instrument.
I know your video is two years old but I felt you might like to hear my thoughts. When I was about 15 (I'm 66 now) my father gave me an 1976 Ibanez Artist 2601 acoustic....stars on the fretboard, just a beauty and played great. Fast forward about 30 years....I saw a Martin DR in a local music shop, played it and fell in love. It would be my first Martin, but in order to get it I had to trade something.....the Ibanez my dad gave me. I thought long and hard about doing this before I actually pulled the trigger, but I went through with the trade and came home with my new Martin. I loved that Martin for years after that, but always had a nagging feeling of sadness and loss somewhere deep inside. So one day I was looking at Ebay and saw the same Ibanez in a music shop in North Jersey (by way of Germany). Now, it wasn't the same serial number but these guitars are seldom seen in the wild on a daily basis.....I got excited! I was lucky enough to have the highest bid ($469...lol) and got the guitar. Sure, it wasn't the same one my father bought for me, but somehow it filled the empty spot in my heart. Hell, she actually was in better shape, played smoother, and sounded crisper than my original (maybe Dad had a hand in that somehow). Did it bring my Dad back? No, but I somehow felt more complete again. I still have that guitar today and hopefully will pass it down to my family when leave this rock.
I don't know if this story helps you Jeremy, but I felt it may be relevant. Best wishes, continued success, and keep the videos coming!
I have to say I like what a lot of people said and I believe they shared with wisdom, generosity, and kindness.
I have a little bit of a different take, but with the same result. I got my Taylor 514 a year ago from my brother. Aged now twenty years and better, in my opinion, than the 514s of today. It is the most amazing guitar I have ever played and I plan to keep it forever.
The core of this story is that he sold it to me because it was a wedding present from his second wife and they since went through a terrible divorce. This is an antithesis of your situation wherein my brother could no longer play it because it was a constant reminder of her. My main point here is that every quality guitar is like an orphan child waiting for a loving home. Someone out there will die to have that vintage D-41 and you will honor your friendship with Sam by knowing that somewhere someone is gazing on that instrument with love in their heart.
You won’t forget Sam. Guitars are meant to be played. Someone out there maybe looking for the one that speaks to them and this one may be it. Is it right to have that person miss out on the joy the guitar meant for them brings to have beautiful wall art. As for the money, you have that covered with the options you mentioned. Pass on your blessings to the next player and remember the joy Sam gave you.❤️🙏
It found its way to you for a reason. I wouldn’t let it go…but that’s me. I enjoy the stories and the history. It’s one-of-a-kind in more ways than one.
If you have the neck re-set and bridge plate replaced, the guitar will play great and sound better than new. You could then decide if you wanted to sell it or not. If you sold it, you might take some loss on the repair cost, but the guitar would be a living memorial to Sam and make someone extremely happy. If you decided to keep it, it would sound and play great. Whichever road you choose, Jeremy, I'm sure it will be the right decision.
Have you thought about using Bryan Kimsey?? it seems he is back to taking repairs. He will do a neck reset as well as a bridge plate replacement, among other things.
Sell it. Appreciate the time you had with it. Find a good home even if it means not making money on it. Most importantly, don't regret it at all.
As much as I love guitars and other things, life is about people not things. We've all lost photos of special moments, but that doesn't change our memories of the moment and the people involved.
Well Sam wanted you to have that guitar , it came to you in around about way but you still have the same guitar he was leaving you ! To me that’s priceless. Fix it the way you would like then re- evaluate! But you have his guitar he wanted you to have when it’s all said and done . But it’s your decision to make, sounds like a tricky one . Love the videos really enjoy watching 👍
Jeremy. That was a super video. I think you should get the neck reset for sure. On the bridge plate, if you think you may keep the D41, change the plate. Its another question if you sell it. Some will want the original sound, and some wont care that much. I do feel that guitar has it's own voice, though. I also do not feel Sam would care if you sell it. His memories live on with you. Finally, if you make money on the sale, that is only your business. Don't open the door to criticism by telling us how much or that you made or lost anything. Either way, there would be criticism. I really respect you for the great way you did this video! Take care. By the way, before you were born I lived in your town near the university. Best to you! John
To be honest I wish I had a friend like you someone I can just jam with!!!! And talk about awesome guitars with!!!!
I was left a revolver one time from an old guy I was close with. I hated to sell but after six years of just looking at it and not using it I decided to sell it. I bought a box of shells from the guy who found a buyer for it as a thank you. I have used nothing else but them since the first box. Every deer,moose or bear I harvest I think of my friend Gordon. He’s be gone for about 12 years
I agree with Matt that guitars are meant to be played and I am sure Sam would want the guitar to continue its journey making music bringing joy and inspiration to the person playing it.
I’m in the same situation with a D35 that was my best friends main instrument. It needs a neck reset and some other work and though the action is high I love that rich Martin sound. I’ve thought again and again about what should be done with it. My heart say fix it and keep it. It’s a sticky situation to be sure. Think I’ll follow my heart with this one though.
Was it sold?
If they don't like it let them unsubscribe to you. You know your own heart.
The memory is not an object but the person and memories made. If I could give one piece of advice, pray over it and the answer WILL come. My personal opinion means very little, but I absolutely believe you do everything with music and friendship in mind.
It would be cool if you gave away $950 to a kids music school or use that money to buy a few good budget guitars and give them to those kids. What a great way to spread the joy of music.
Love that idea.
@@JeremySheppard from what I gathered it sounds like your mom was a teacher (I come from a long line of teachers) so I can say that passing on guitars to students would make her proud. I didn’t know Sam either, but I think passing the gift of music onto a younger generation would be a great way to honor his legacy. I also understand not bonding with a guitar. I recently traded a 2013 D28 that I got as a college graduation gift. It stung at first, but my taste had changed and I got J45 that much more suits my style. You’re a good guy Jeremy. Your mom and Sam would be so proud of what you are doing for our community. Love the channel and the work you do.
I think maybe getting it fixed to your liking would be the best your a good guy Jeremy out of sight out of mind lol
The questions you asked us to answer at the end of the videos were disingenuous.
OF COURSE you won't forget a friend of you sell their guitar. OBVIOUSLY.
OF COURSE you shouldn't keep a guitar if you feel like you don't bond with it. OBVIOUSLY
So now that those two really good and difficult questions are out of the way let me get to the root of what my problem is here.
I think you are a nice person and a good guy who is trying to do two conflicting things. "Spread music love and friendship" - (I'm paraphrasing ) while running a 'competitive for profit' business. Finding a balance between those two is incredibly hard and, in most cases, counter productive. Sell the guitar for a profit to feed your kids, or fix it up and keep it to have a very different and sentimental tool in your mostly mahogany DADGAD toolbox.
But running these two VERY different ideologies might start to make you come off as entitled, whiny, bratty, and aggressively cutthroat even though your intentions may be well.
I mean no disrespect by this submission, just wanted to throw my two cents in there.
I must have really offended him with this one haha. Gee, sorry man.
Thanks for the story Jeremy, Sam would be fine with it because it's what you want, quit worrying :)
There is no one better to work on a 70's Martin than Bryan Kimsey.
The important thing is that it ends up in the hands of somebody playing and enjoying it should notget stuck in some closet for many years. As is, it may suit a certain person’s playing style, or be refurbished by a competent Luthier With updates/upgrades. There is no right or wrong. It should just be enjoyed.
You'll do what's best for you in the end; only you know what is right in your life. I'd recommend getting it fixed first, and then see what you think when you get it back. Guitars with a story like that just don't come around every day.
Either way, do what helps you sleep best at night. Cheers, and keep on picking!
Did you sell the D 41 if not I’m interested I need a keeper
I just received a Martin 7-28 from a family, the lady that owned the guitar was named Joy of course this is a keeper also. A 728 is a D 28 that is seven eights the size
My 2 cents:
This situation would be different if Sam had given the guitar to you. You bought it with your business money.
This is what you do for a living.
I once gave my nephew a couple of guitars to play with the church youth group. I enjoyed seeing him on the platform playing. Fifteen years later, I have no idea if he has them or not and couldn't care less.
You have my permission and blessings!
I am very fortunate that the only guitar I have that belonged to a friend also is an amazing guitar that sounds and plays amazing. A 12 string Taylor that sounds almost like an organ. There is no way I would sell it unless I needed to eat or feed my family. And then I would do my best to sell it to someone else that was friends with the friend that it belonged to. I can however understand your situation. And so I would sell it in hopes the new owner could find joy and happiness. Enjoy your memories and let someone else make their memories.
You may not regret it initially since it would bring some considerable money your way but I think the fact that the guitar found you 11 years later was Sam's way of getting it to you... albeit a little bit late.... sounds great and looks like a beautiful memory to me. I would hang onto it.
I know this video is 2 years old but I am in a situation where I am conflicted with the idea of selling a guitar I have. I had the guitar built shortly before the pandemic. It is not what I was hoping but the price was basically a leprechaun with a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow for me if that makes sense. one of the other issues is that the builder (Dave Nichols) just turned 80 and is dealing with health issues so I am very conflicted. The guitar itself is modeled after a prewar D-28 with red spruce top, brazilian rosewood back and sides. Dave has said point blank that if I sell it, since I also want a D-41,42 or 45, to use the money for that and it'd still make him happy. The conflict is still there. It arrived in on my birthday in feb. of 2020, the box looked as if UPS played kick the box with it. As a result, it has cracks in the finish. Needs a setup and probably more but just doesn't have the tone I am after...
My buddy has my old 2002 Huss and Dalton DM Adirondack - he paid me slowly but surely and we agreed if he ever sold it he’d come to me first.
Send that guitar to Bryan Kimsey in New Mexico - all of those “70s Martin” issues (including the big rosewood bridge plate) will be addressed and it will sound like a different guitar. Plus, Bryan is just a really great guy to know.
Bryan's website has a cost guide for his services. He charges $300 for a Martin neck reset and $100 for replacing the bridge plate. If your "go-to" guys are too busy to fix the guitar, you may want to consider Bryan. If you don't know of him already, check out his RUclips videos. Personally, I'd get it fixed if I was keeping it or selling it. A sweet guitar that sounds and plays well would be a great tribute to Sam. A POS on the other hand, well, a POS is a POS.
I don't think it is out of the question that its the low saddle that is creating the sponginess more than the bridge plate. That's worth exploring personally
Maybe replace that rosewood bridgeplate. Put in a carbon fiber one like the modern deluxe. Idk it could work.
Sounds like you’re letting this guitar turn into an albatross. Get it in the hands of someone who will love it and play it the way it’s meant to be loved and played.
Get that southern jumbo or ask Padgett to build you a rosewood dreadnaught. Just don’t sell it to some goddamn lawyer who wants to put it on a wall to collect dust.
Wah, wah, wah , wah , keep it! Fix it or don't fix it. The guitar is a treasure from your past and it found you again. It is where it is supposed to be. Unless your are in dire need, keep it.
"I have a really great guitar. I don't like how it sounds or how it plays." Makes perfect sense to me 😊
If it's 70 years old, is the top board German?
It’s 51 years old. 1970 model
This guitar needs to be played and enjoyed by someone. Sam knew that. He recognized the joy that you found in it. Spread the joy of music and friendship! But fix the neck first, it will buy you time except it will also tie up cash flow...so sell it.
I began playing guitar about 1970...
I'm with the people who say reset the neck and then figure it out. Despite the odd luck of the guitar finding its way to you, you did purchase it which means you are free to do with it as you please. I don't sell guitars (I traded one in for a different instrument), but, if I truly did not bond with an instrument, I would be able to live with selling it, or, in my case, trading it in (I really didn't bond with that guitar the way you say you are not bonded to this one). Despite the memory of playing it with Sam, not inheriting it, and then having it come to you in a full circle, I would give Mike back the $950 (make it an even $1,000) and sell this D-41. It helped you start down your path. It shouldn't be a hindrance to walking your path.
I grew up on a ranch in the west, and I've heard the same argument made about horses all my life, and horses are living beings, which guitars aren't. But the fact is, horses are expensive to keep around, they only live about 25 years, and they need to be ridden. When a horse person owns a horse that is still in its prime and is not being ridden, for whatever reason, it's time for that horse to find a new home. Now of course there are horses that have earned the right to never be sold, because of how special they are, and how the humans in their lives have bonded with them. But that's not every horse, not by a long shot. It sounds to me like that D41 is not a "forever" horse, as we like to say out west, and there's nothing wrong with that.
How much are you asking? I'm looking.
He has it on his site for $4600
Selling it is a way to let someone else get enjoyment and fun from playing it. Put the written story in the case compartment to be added to over time ?
If it's a sentimental thing hold on to it. All good things come with time wait enjoy it while you can because if you let it go you'll miss it forever
I get where your coming from as far as not connecting with a guitar. But you said it you would not regret selling it, If there was a slight chance that ten years from now you said I should have kept it. Then I would say keep it. But look at it from another angle JT, below said the guitar found you, If it's meant to be yours It'll find you again. Now what do I do about my HD35 that I bought 2 yrs. ago with some of my Inheritance money. I don't know if it's the rosewood or the bracing inside But it just doesn't do anything for me. I'm a lefty so I couldn't jus try it out in a store. Now I have a beautiful guitar that just doesn't sing to me, I like my DCPA4 a lot more and it's half the price. Good luck with your decision.
The way you have spoken about Sam, it would seem to me he'd be the first person telling you to move it on. Guitars need to be played, let someone else play and enjoy it.
As for the financial aspect, well it's your business, it's how you survive. I'm sure with Mike's help you two can come to some arrangement where the $900 can be put to a good use helping someone else along the way. Deep down I think you've made up your mind already what to do. Go with your instincts. You're an honourable man with good intentions and a big heart
I can’t speak for Sam… but if it was me I’d want you to be happy and playing something that you would vibe with. Don’t worry about the internet trolls. Can’t wait for the next video
It's your life my friend and the guitar is not a burden. Let someone else get it who it will bring joy to, period. Now something I noticed on a Gibson store visit video, the lack of masks generally. I hope you are keeping the odds on your side for your sake and your family and friends? Stay well everyone.
Jeremy, sentiment won’t feed you and your family. If you haven’t bonded with the guitar as you hopefully wanted to, then you are perfectly entitled to move it on to someone who will bond with it. Finally, I’m damn sure that your intentions are honourable and don’t feel the need to justify yourself to the trolls. Regards, Jim Johnson. Melbourne Australia. Peace
I'd get the neck reset done, and the bridge plate replaced and then see if you still feel the same about the guitar. If you still don't love the guitar pass it on. I'm dealing with the same thing right now, I have my dad's '39 gibson j35 and I just don't get on with it, but I'm loathe to let it go. Selling it or not won't invalidate the friendship you had with Sam.
Easy...sell the guitar....give back the $950 back to Mike so he can use it on another cause....put back the rest of the proceeds into your investment account and everything will be square
Memories are not things. You will have them regardless of if you own an object. Of course it’s okay to sell if someone else will make new memories with it.
At bottom the hierarchy of values is very simple - people are more important than things and things are more important than ideas. My guess is that Sam would have been more concerned about your happiness than about that guitar. IF you sell it make sure that the person who buys it gets a good deal, and that he or she is someone who will play ir. Use the money you make from it for the betterment of you and yours, and I think that Sam would be more than satisfied.
If you're having a hard time deciding which you're. Do what's best for your family and your business. Feelings make one indecisive generally. If a guitar does not touch me I will sell it personally regardless of the past
So, let's get back to basics... give the money back, sell the guitar and move on down the line. Someone will fix it and love it. Isn't that all that matters?
Sweet video. How bout before you let it go to where its meant to be, write a beautiful song on it for sam which you can keep forever?
There's nothing wrong with selling any of your guitars at any price you choose. And it's okay if a guitar from a friend doesn't check all the boxes for what you want to play. If you don't play it, just sell it. Make whatever seems to be the right deal for that guitar with its buyer and move on. Buys and sells don't impact your memories.
I see two options. 1) Sell the guitar, as is, and return the $950 (or more) to your friend Mike. Since you didn't receive the guitar through Sam's estate, I don't see it as a guitar that was given by him, to you. 2) Get the neck re-set and have the bridge plate changed out at the same time. This is not your only guitar, so I wouldn't be concerned with the time it takes to have the work done. Kimsley can have this guitar sounding like you want it if you send it to him ruclips.net/video/kkwS128v6SI/видео.html
You got bad g.a.s . Impatience ain't a vertue. Fix it and give it some love...it will play better and sound better.
I see it as you were meant to have it for the way it came into your path.
You've already made your mind up tho .
If I was to sell it on I'd fix it first anyways and it will bring in better money and cover all costs.
What does your heart say?
He fostered music in you - and many others I am sure. That's why he wanted you to have the guitar. And the guitar made it's way into your hands.
When someone gets hold of a guitar that feels "right" to them, that guitar feels like a part of them.
That guitar DOESN'T feel like a part of you. When you find the person that guitar will fit, you will be fostering music in them. I think Sam would get that.
I'm 63. I've played since I was 12. My dad saved for a year to give me my 12 string for my 18th birthday. It was stolen when I was 21. In 2011 I became a widow. In 2012 an old friend invited me to his band's 25th Anniversary show - about 1200 miles from here. I was going to be gone 2 weeks. Someone broke into my house the first night I was gone. My neighbor called me and told me. The police called me and told me that the person said they were watching the place for me while I was gone. The cop said it was a civil matter, not a crime, and he couldn't do anything! They cleaned me out! 5 guitars, banjo, mandolin, my old lap steel (I took lessons when I was 14 - 16 - but she only wanted me to play Hawaiian!) my keyboard, effects, mics, amps, an entire lifetime of work. When I played each of these, they were an extension of me! I still search ads for them!
I had guitars over the years that I gave away - they didn't sing to me, or their voice wasn't right for mine.
Your heart will tell you whether that guitar is yours - or if it's in your hands because you will hand it to the RIGHT person! ❤️❤️❤️
Very sad story. Sorry to hear about the thefts. You must have been crushed when you found out all your beloved instruments and equipment was gone. Hang in there.
Let the guitar go to an owner who will cherish it as it is. Get the guitar you will cherish. Either way, Sam has provided the means for you to get something meaningful.
Nobody else is you
You do you.
fix it first then decide. I mean if Sam got revived for just a moment and you asked him if you could sell it, i think he would say it's ok. But personally i would def keep it. And also, WHY don't you like the sound? just curious.
If you don’t bond with the guitar and don’t enjoy it, move on from it. No reason to keep it from someone who will bond with it and love and enjoy it. I have thought that I really would love lots of guitars that when I got them just didn’t have that spark. The story and relationship are more than the guitar for sure.
Jeremy , the guitar is yours to do whatever you want to do . Sam wouldn't want you to keep something that didn't feel right . Use that guitar to get closer to what you really want . Brother , life is too damn short . It's not about the guitar . It was about being a good friend .
You could pass the savings on to the next guy
I think this community puts way too much pressure on players to have an unreasonable commitment to guitars. There is a sense of loyalty imposed to guitar players that produces pressure to grow old and prideful with every guitar that mysteriously finds you. My dad left me a guitar before his passing, it was a very old Harmony, it played terrible and sounded worse. I used it in a picture on one of my albums. That’s how I chose to celebrate my dad and the guitar that was a part of my life since I was born. I decided to sell it and buy a guitar that I really loved and gave me joy and inspiration and in that way, I still feel connected to my dad and his old guitar. The end…
Harmony guitars sucked then and suck now. They are not in the same ballpark as a Martin. I know. I remember them well..
Of course. Objects have finite value memories do not.
Use the $900 to get a neck reset and have a paduk bridge plate installed...
I’d say since the guitar wasn’t actually bequeathed to you it is perfectly acceptable to sell it, hopefully to a friend.
I added a comment on FB but....I'll add here too. I understand 100% not having a connection with the guitar. I don't think that selling it, is an issue. I think you are steward of this guitar. You are charged with finding it a home and Sam would likely agree. BUT........will you regret it? There's also nothing wrong with putting it away and trying it again.
Sell it, and roll on. Whatever might make it cool or sentimental or whatever else, it’s just a thing. Life is what matters not things.
I'm sure Sam just wants it in hands that'll play it so I'm sure you are good to go
If my friend wanted me to have something, I would have a real hard time selling it. That's just me though.
It might not be your thing, but it may fit the playing style of someone better than any other guitar in its price range (which I think is $4.5k after neck reset). To better it, you almost have to spend 3x unless you make a lucky find. And the ultimate guitar for someone who would be interested in a D41 soundscape but without the harshness would cost 10X. I suspect a 1970 D41 Indian rosewood would be as close to getting the CSNY sound of the early 70s as possible for the money, but I'm no sound engineer. If you wanted the ultimate Graham parsons tone, on the other hand, you would have mortgage your house and make a lucky find both. If you wanted to be a snob and get a D45 with Brazilian, you would also have to take out a mortage. Only snobs and investors hord guitars to live in cases.
It's ok if you sell it to a friend. So since you seem to make a friend of everybody, you're good to go.
As long as it wasn’t purchased/obtained from friend under false pretense ex “I want to keep it forever”
True. I purchased it at market price with the plan of keeping it.
@@JeremySheppard yeah prices have gone so crazy in the last year you can’t be faulted for that. And if you don’t take advantage of it the next guy more than likely will. Keep on truckin’ 😉
@@JeremySheppard and there’s a difference between changing your mind and fibbing.