iamarobotman
Junior Member
Hello,
This might be my first vintage Guild purchase. I was in Guitar Center yesterday and they had this 1965 Starfire IV on the floor. I plugged it in and immediately was blown away by the LB-1 pickups and mojo of this particular guitar! I've played tons of 335s, but this just had something different and unique. Every 335 I've ever played feels and plays the same to me. They're fantastic guitars, but everyone has one and plays one. It's like playing a Taylor acoustic, they're all the same and great, but you're just part of the crowd... But, this Guild was the most unique experience I've had. I took it home and still have 2 days before I have to return it or keep it. I paid $1950 out the door with the original case.
My questions are:
1) Is this is a smart investment for the guitar w/ original hardcase to own? This would be my first big boy guitar purchase. I'm a touring musician and play most nights around the country. Therefore, I want something extremely reliable and solid. If I ever wanted to sell way down the road, would it be easy to do so like selling a 335 or Telecaster?
2) Judging from the pictures, is this a fair price even with all the mojo and play wear? Everything is original on it. Jut lots of buckle rash and scratches.
3) Do the LB-1 pickups amplify every touch on them? They seem microphonic, which may be an issue since I palm mute and fingerpick with my hand on the bridge for several songs of mine.
Photos: http://imgur.com/a/MwMjE
Thanks for your time! I just want to make sure this is a smart investment for a touring musician and will hold up in value.
This might be my first vintage Guild purchase. I was in Guitar Center yesterday and they had this 1965 Starfire IV on the floor. I plugged it in and immediately was blown away by the LB-1 pickups and mojo of this particular guitar! I've played tons of 335s, but this just had something different and unique. Every 335 I've ever played feels and plays the same to me. They're fantastic guitars, but everyone has one and plays one. It's like playing a Taylor acoustic, they're all the same and great, but you're just part of the crowd... But, this Guild was the most unique experience I've had. I took it home and still have 2 days before I have to return it or keep it. I paid $1950 out the door with the original case.
My questions are:
1) Is this is a smart investment for the guitar w/ original hardcase to own? This would be my first big boy guitar purchase. I'm a touring musician and play most nights around the country. Therefore, I want something extremely reliable and solid. If I ever wanted to sell way down the road, would it be easy to do so like selling a 335 or Telecaster?
2) Judging from the pictures, is this a fair price even with all the mojo and play wear? Everything is original on it. Jut lots of buckle rash and scratches.
3) Do the LB-1 pickups amplify every touch on them? They seem microphonic, which may be an issue since I palm mute and fingerpick with my hand on the bridge for several songs of mine.
Photos: http://imgur.com/a/MwMjE
Thanks for your time! I just want to make sure this is a smart investment for a touring musician and will hold up in value.
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