Why Is Selling Guitars So Hard? - Some Tough Choices To Make for 2023!

The new year has begun and it's time to make tough choices, I must sell some guitars to make room for new stock and keep the circle of guitars turning. Today, 7 guitars are being listed for sale including 2 beloved Gibsons... join me as we say goodbye to some old friends!
Listings for the guitars being sold are now live at: reverb.grsm.io/theguitaristas
Links to all the Individual Reviews:
Epiphone ES335 Upgrade Series: • Epiphone ES-335 - Revi...
Guild Starfire: • Guild Starfire 1 DC - ...
Sheraton Stealth: • Epiphone Sheraton Stea...
Harley Benton MR: • Harley Benton MR Class...
Vintage V120: • Vintage V120 Icon - Af...
Gibson Les Paul Std 50's: • Gibson vs Epiphone Les...
Gibson SG Custom: • Epiphone SG Custom Ebo...
Time stamps:
00:00 play in & coming up
01:29 what's happening today
06:08 guitar 1 - epiphone es-335
10:41 guitar 2 - guild starfire 1
13:06 guitar 3 - epiphone sheraton stealth
14:22 guitar 4 - harley benton MR classic
16:12 guitar 5 - vintage v120 icon
17:29 guitar 6 - les paul standard 50's
21:02 it's a really tough choice
22:47 one careless owner
23:54 free stand rash repair kit
25:42 saying goodbye
28:02 guitar 7 - sg custom
29:17 limited edition with upgrades
30:47 one careless owner
31:40 why am I letting it go
32:10 never look back
33:38 saying goodbye
36:42 play out jam
Signal Chain Info:
Amp: Princeton 65 Tweed 1 x 12 With OX
Soul Food / DS1 as seen on Crocs Cam
Mics AKG C414 & SM57
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 into Protools
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[@theguitaristas]

SCAMMERS ALERT: Thanks for dropping in just a quick note about the scammers... someone is impersonating me on Telegram using my name and icon replying to comments. I don't give out prizes so you've won nothing... if they contact you tell them where to go!!

[@marcozarattini1854]

I've had imagined that...thanks Colin...N.1🎸🎸🎸👍👍👍

[@michaelkitzmuller1479]

They can go stick it where the sun doesn't shine😁thank you Colin for the Info

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers for the message this morning Marco... I have now signed up to try and stop these parasites. 😠

[@fongy200]

Oh that wasn't you? Oh it's a good job, i told him what a W4nker i thought he was. Erm o sorry Colin this is the real you. I didn't mean it. 😬

[@theguitaristas]

@@fongy200 🤣👍

[@glennevans5824]

Hi…yep I wrote you I’m 68 ..I sold my collection because I needed a retirement home me and my wife the money I needed ..I miss my R 9 the most 2007 lemonburst was great..sold 15 plus bodies pedals….but I had too..I have a strat and a Les Paul …that’s all I need and my tone king gremlin..I unfortunately just found out I have cancer thyroid…so it’s always one thing after another..I stay strong just found out …yesterday ..going to Sloan Kettering 1/23….I enjoy yr channel a lot …my mother was from Liverpool…we’ll take care from 🇺🇸🎸…Glenn

[@theguitaristas]

Sorry to hear that mate... those guitars and that amp is all anyone really needs so stay strong and have many happy years ahead playing them 💪

[@jaypeterson7637]

Sorry to hear. Stay positive as you are able! Your real friends and family are crucial for support. My prayers go out to you and your family. Playing music will help keep your spirits high.

[@gernotboesser6901]

It is written, that there is a chance of 80 to 90% to have 10 more years with a diagnosis of this kind of cancer, that is a good thing to know, I hope. 🙏🤘

[@mortonwilson795]

Best wishes! I'm 67 and had a 'brush' with cancer and surgery 2 years ago. So far so good, gotta stay positive and musical! And yeah, a Les Paul and Strat was all I had for about 20 years (still have 'em) and if I had to let go of the others I have picked up over the years they are the 2 I would happily go back to 😀✌

[@AndyDion]

All the best Glenn Rock on 🤘

[@jaypeterson7637]

This channel has kept my spirits up, as the last couple of years have been tough. I had to sell all my guitars/amps to keep a roof over my family's heads. Fortunately, life is on the upswing and saving for a guitar/amp. It's amazing what is available today as far as quality/price point, compared to even 10-20 years ago. It's why I appreciate this channel. Here's hoping we all have a fantastic 2023! 😊🎶🎵🎶🎵

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Jay, I am fully aware that when moaning about how I 'have' to sell some just how lucky I really am to even have the choice these days. Hope the year keeps getting better for you...some great guitars out there for just a few $$ these days to look forward to!

[@jbblues2595]

Sorry to read about losing your guitars mate. It's horrible, I've been there so many times myself.

[@jaypeterson7637]

@@theguitaristas Please know Colin, that my post was only in appreciation for the great reviews! I absolutely love your 'take' on all things music/gear. It really lifts my spirits and when that glorious day comes when I can play/own a guitar again, it will be a blessing!😊💕

[@jaypeterson7637]

@@jbblues2595 Thank you.

[@rmcf3972]

The Guitaristas also helped me buy an epiphone les paul 50s standard 2021. Got me back to guitars. Great channel!

[@JeffSealePhD]

I love your channel because of its authenticity. Please don't ever lose that. It really sets you apart.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Jeff that's appreciated! 😊🙏

[@johnulrich5572]

Watching your video is like having a chat with friend in a pub. I get a drink and sit in my comfortable chair and enjoy the evening. Thanks for making your videos.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers John! 😁👍

[@olliestevens754]

2022 was when I found this channel. Glad to now be a part of it!!

[@jacethdavis4783]

You have quickly become my fave guitar channel on YT. No nonsense, great playing, honest reviews, humble opinions...what more could a man want. I love it and I can't wait for all of your videos. I know this isnt a new one, but I'm re-watching it and you deserve to know how much I love your videos. Thanks so much my friend!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man that's appreciated!

[@geoffwhitemusic]

Edited: I originally said, “Dang man, if you don’t want to sell a guitar, don’t sell it.” But I realize you really are making tough and reasonable choices. Hope you don’t regret any of these sales.

[@alnjgove8uifjbkelbfg]

I have regretted every guitar I sold.

[@cosmicrevival7105]

Selling that gibson standard 50s is a tough one. Such a fantastic instrument

[@ravendagrey]

Hi Colin, I know it's always sad to let some guitars go, but it's even more exciting getting new ones! I would love to purchase that SG Custom but unfortunately I'm a little short hahaha.

[@carlosdeno]

Great video as always Colin. My collection at one point reached 15 guitars, then life took a turn I now have 4 and a bass. I’d never picked up a bass until last October and I can’t put it down, I love it! I always say you must have a plan in life, you’re love of guitars any guitarist will understand. Some of us are fortunate to have more than one, some of us are happy with one. Either way what ever makes you smile is how I look at, life’s to short not to enjoy your passion, what ever it is to the fullest. Good luck with the sales, so many great guitars for others to enjoy. ✌️

[@ronniechun-akana6433]

Happy New Year. Will enjoy another year of your reviews and candid comments. Thanks.

[@JMK571]

Great video, Colin! It’s always hard to let go of a guitar you’ve connected with. With the exception of my 2003 Epiphone Elite Les Paul Custom, I consider all my other guitars “rentals”. I love them all, but if something else catches my eye, I’ll usually sell something to buy something else. Like you said, it’s the Circle of Guitars!! Cheers!!

[@michaelp8856]

Guitarista - all the best for 2023! just enjoy being with you for these shows. you make life better! // If you bought 30 guitars and sold 31....if you keep that buy/sold ration....in 30 years you'll be up 1 guitar!! might be less painful that way :)

[@slutwagon2000]

Love your vibe! Keep up the good work in 2023 👍

[@davidhamilton7780]

Cheers Colin. Good luck with your sales - the catch and release system at work! Selling now allows you to plan your purchases and programming for the upcoming year (as far as that is possible) but if you are ever able to organize your sales for early December, you may just catch a keen viewer looking for a personal Christmas gift! Great playing as usual!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers David, that's not a bad idea for next Christmas! 😁👍

[@lincolnjohnson6511]

Great channel! Great playing, great guitars. I’ve got a few decisions to make myself in 23!

[@mike140460]

My guitar collection hit twenty-one over Christmas, so I've now promised my family I'll only buy again on a "one in, one out" basis; difficult decisions ahead for me as well. Love the channel dude, keep up the good work!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers mike, good luck with that promise! 🤣👍

[@garymuckle1002]

dont listen mike, he who has the most wins

[@EbonyPope]

How many guitars do you have?

[@mike140460]

@@EbonyPope Not sure if that's directed at me but if it is, I have twenty-one at the moment.

[@jonislow]

I thought about limiting how many guitars and amps I was gonna buy. But I changed my mind! It makes me happy so I'll continue to spend, I can't take none of it with me! 😁😁😁

[@paulsworld2]

Good luck with your sales Colin. Can't wait to see what you buy this year!!!!!

[@theguitaristas]

Me neither! 🤣👍

[@Loxx_Sustainar]

I love your uploads man! All the best for 2023! I look forward to following your journey!

[@dantaylor1724]

Great Video, Colin... Good luck with the sales.

[@chrisforever1255]

34600 Subscribers! Congrats Colin!👍 Had a similar situation last year. My goal was to collect all the classic Gibson Designs and so I always was on the hunt for Firebirds, Korina Flying V, Korina Explorer, ES 335, ES 339, Les Paul, SG and that without having a KZbin channel🤣 I was succesful in the end. Some surely were Epiphone´s (Korina guitars) - you can imagine why.... And then after a while I realized that I don´t really use most of these guitars and from one day to another I put all the guitars in ebay (Kleinanzeigen here in Germany) to sell, expect my Gibson ES 335 , the 2 Gibson CS Les Pauls, the Bonamassa Signature Goldtop Gibson Studio, the Epi Bonamassa Black Beauty 3PUs and my Strat. Two days later six guitars were sold and now only the guitars I really play are with me. To be honest: some of the money was reinvested in a beautiful Maybach Lester 59 in Aged Faded Teaburst because Gibson R9 in this color and with such a flamed maple top costs horrible money. Like your Eastman´s the Maybach´s are really affordable "original inspired" guitars. Chapter of selling and buying new guitars should be closed for me now, because now I have all I ever wanted - but you know I´m a guitarist🤣 Good luck for your selling and happy hunting for new guitars! Greetings from Germany!😎🎸

[@johnmirandaGT]

It is always difficult to say goodbye to old comrades, but sometimes it is necessary to make room for new guitars in the arsenal. I have regretted some sales and bought back the same guitars (even a bit more expensive!) Anyway, another excellent film, Colin! Happy new year, good luck with the sales, and congratulations again on your fantastic guitar reviews; I can't wait for your new upload next week!

[@joeking433]

Yeah, they really become your friends, LOL!

[@mortonwilson795]

'Parting is such sweet sorrow . . . ' Letting go of the Gibsons understandably a bit difficult but seems like the right choice, all things considered. Prices all seem perfectly reasonable to me, Colin, so good luck! I've never bonded with 335's either but that Epiphone with the Monty's will be a real treat for somebody, and the Guild is an absolute steal - lovely guitar!

[@boriscat1999]

thanks for keeping the circle going. someone sold me an unfinished project based on an Epiphone LP studio. I finished it up and best thing I own. (I don't have much). Sometimes guitars just have to pass along until it ends up in the hands of a person who will appreciate it the most.

[@patrickaquilina8654]

Thank you for a very entertaining 37.55! Love your channel!

[@stephenrich8808]

really enjoyed your video on listing guitars (no pressure) and the discussion about selling off things - it can be guitars, pedals, video/audio, whatever,... we've all gone through it, and enjoyed accumulating the stuff (and hate getting rid of stuff) ... no worries, you are the last person who seems comfortable plugging things!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Stephen! 😎👍

[@jowyong6769]

My word! You've sold all but the Guild! Congrats mate...looking forward to what 2023 has in store for this channel. Love the content

[@_rafael_b]

Hi Colin! I can understand the trepidation when it comes to parting with guitars. It's for the best though. Each one of these guitars could be someone else's number one. I can't wait to see the guitars that make up the next circle. Cheers man! ✌

[@theguitaristas]

Well said! 😁👍

[@hisproperty1438]

G'day Colin, Thanks for another great video. Unfortunately, it's a literally week too late. Just last Saturday morning, I bought an Epiphone Les Paul Jnr from a local pawn broker. It's a 2011 version, used & a little dinged up, so I'm not scared of putting it in my gearsack, & taking it out on the back of my bike. But, I love the simplicity of it - just plug it in, & start playing. A week & a half before that, I bought a new Epiphone Les Paul Studio. And it's black.... so very, very black. You'll be pleased to hear that I've learned from your trials & tribulations when I bought it. I made sure that the guitar was still in the box, & I checked the finish before I took the guitar home. I found the Jnr whilst I was looking for a hardcase for the Studio. Also, whilst the Jnr is in the bedroom, the Studio is in the loungeroom, where I can perve on it whenever I sit down to to watch the TV. LOL Also, I have named a couple of my guitars. And I feel that if I'm silly enough to give inanimate objects a name, I can choose the sex of the name without feeling guity. My Squier Tele is called Beatrix, the Butterscotch Blonde Telecaster. My trad 50's Fender Tele is called Lynda, as a tribute to a lost girlfriend. I think that I'll name the Studio Abraxis (if you search Google, you'll find a small portion of the story). Once again, thanks for a great video, & such a fun channel to watch. I'm glad that you're seeing the bright side of a bulk selloff - I just can't bear to part with my guitars. I'm looking forward to next week's show. Keep up the good work Andrew

[@ZombieXee]

I love this channel. I can watch you prattle on and play guitars no matter what the overall subject is. These videos are fun and always make me laugh. Thanks Colin, for making these videos.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man that's appreciated! 😁👍

[@jbblues2595]

Really enjoyed the vid and your honesty as a fellow guitar addict 😊. Your right of course, no one wants to sell a guitar unless it's bloody horrible. I'm in my third of fourth 'collection' after having to sell everything many times when eating and heating were more important than playing. I know we've all been there, so your guitar ponzy scheme joke did make me wonder if I'm going to be able to hang on to my little collection (only 14, 15 if you count my double neck as two 😄) this time. Mind you this time I've avoided the big expensive names, gibson/fender, and gone for playable and fun which is the whole point isn't it!? Which means I don't have much of value this time worth selling 😊 good strategy so far, particularly been enjoying the new epiphone LP's and SG's and the dreaded Harley Benton. My favourite guitar at the moment is the HB three pickup SG custom (homage) dc-600 iv I love to see you do a review on it 😊

[@christopherwatkins9729]

G'Day Colin from 'Down-under' NZ... Happy and prosperous 2023 ! While listening to you... was thinking a Penny is made round to go round ! Hope your guitars go 'round' as you wish them to... Apart from your comments that are always interesting, for whatever reasons ???? I very much enjoy the moments of 'playing' that you perform when reviewing guitars ... Personally (?) I have never sold a guitar and would not like to have to choose... Luvvv 'em all ! Five Acoustics/electric, including an Archtop Hollowbody 2xff & Three Electrics... ES-339, 'LP', and Strat ...(Did give an EKO 12 string to a friend... That was easy because he made it sing like a songbird and I could not play it) - (Two days & nights we jammed and bashed out tunes and a 'few' beers) ... Could meet him tomorrow and do the two day and nights 'thing' all over again ! That is a 'Mate' ! FYI... I have kept the ESTON (Same Italian Brand) for over 50 years now, "Joined at the hip" (Vintage like me) ... Have a great year and am looking forward to what catches your 'fancy' ???? Good Cheer and Cheers... 🤠 ... (A 'vid' presentation of the TEN Guitars and reasons why (?) you would NOT or could NOT ever part with them would be a good Presentation) !!!!!!!!!! ... 😎 ...

[@antonlemmy1417]

Hi Colin, I just recently discovered your channel. What an awesome find! Probably the most down to earth guitar channel on KZbin. Thanks for all the effort that went into making these videos!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Anton that's appreciated glad you found us! 😎👍

[@chasiebabe]

Happy new year to you Colin and thanks for the videos, they always cheer me up and provide some joy in a sometimes dark world

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Charles, happy new year mate!

[@victorb785]

Love your channel! Happy New Year to you too!

[@theguitaristas]

Thank you! You too!

[@cramster3495]

Colin, thanks mate, I love your videos and your laid back style. If you ever do amp reviews, please consider pitting the Boss Katana 100 mk 2 against any tube amp. I have bought two Katanas to perform in stereo at home and also gig with them. Sold my Fender Blues Junior and Vox AC 15 Handwired because they deserved a good home and......I just never played them versus the Boss. I was astonished myself! All the best for 2023.

[@BarqB]

Parting is such sweet sorrow but saying hello is so much fun, when it comes to guitars that is😉

[@Livelaughlimpbizkit]

That sg custom is amazing. I love that you turn the bass down on your tone for humbuckers or p90's. I do that as well, makes everything so much better.

[@kylewilliams3559]

Every Friday I look forward to your newest film, I pop open a fizzy water and enjoy listening to your chats

[@ChristopherClause]

Last Night EST I got an alert saying that you had new guitars up on your Reverb page. Being in Canada sucks because the shipping (and duty) is mucho buckos $$$. Happy to see that the Epi and the Gibson SG sold. Wow - as I was typing it looks like the Les Paul just sold too!!!! All the best on the sale and look forward to seeing your "new to you" guitars to come! Thanks again for the fab video :)

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Chris, yes it's been amazing... no turning back now!

[@antonyedwardson9900]

I did the scotchbrite thing on the necks of my Squier 40th Jazzmaster and my Epi Les Paul this week and the results are astonishing! The Squier probably came out better and the lightness of the wood meant that you can’t see it’s been done (you can tell on the red Epi neck) but the feel of both is great, so smooth!!

[@atlejohnnyrygg7124]

I have done the same a couple times, but they get glossy again after some playing so I don't bother doing it unless it's very glossy, just did it with a squier classic vibe though...

[@baabaabaa2293]

It's a World of difference mate, isn't it... I came here to say the same as the bloke above me, you'll wear em shiny again etc.

[@joeking433]

Looks like you sold all your guitars you listed! Congratulations! I always thought it would be a great way to sell guitars by having a review KZbin channel! Especially from someone you can trust like yourself.

[@jefftucker201]

Sad times sometime lead to good times, I knew you would get shot of the Gibo 50s as soon as you got that Eastman! lol Great Vid mate and wish you all the best selling the guitars! :) Have a great weekend.

[@scottmoyle879]

I’m sure we all want to say thanks for everything. I now think of Fridays as my guitarista day. Cheers!☺️

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for watching Scott!

[@Livelaughlimpbizkit]

Damn you sold all except the guild. That was quick!

[@jimmyhartman573]

was just listening to Snowy White "Birds of Paradise" while mourning Jeff Beck and thought of you over the Ocean . . . Just sayin hello while i fondle my guitars , hoping everything is going well for ya . . Have a good weekend Colin

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, good to hear from you! 😎👍

[@chefpjsmith]

G'day Col, happy new year all the best for 2023. Mate if ya don't want to sell the ones you really like. I would say don't, cause your gonna be kicking your own arse for ever regretting not hanging on to it because it was a guitar you really enjoyed playing.

[@Zoso981]

Hi Colin, selling guitars, to me, is kind of a personal thing. I recently sold the last of my Gibsons. (A 2019 Les Paul Traditional) which was a beautiful guitar, but I decided to let it go. I regretted it for a short time, but now I'm glad I did. I currently have a small, but quality, collection of Epiphones and the obligatory Fender. I may get another Gibson, but it's getting pretty hard to justify the price these days..... Greetings from the U.S.! 🎸✌️

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Ohhhhh my, there are some sweeties in this group Colin. That 335 will make someone an amazing guitar. I could say that about each one, but your transformation of the 335, well that’s epic. Cheers!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Pinkie! 😁👍

[@danielrentel9747]

Wow, you sold those guitars so quickly! That means new guitars are on their way for the channel soon :)

[@theguitaristas]

😀👍👍

[@theguitarprofessionals8584]

Love it!!!!!

[@johnladdsmusic]

Tough choices for sure! I went on mad GAS streak since 2020, acquiring 8 guitars (3 Squiers and 5 EPI’s). I’ve sold 1 (Squier 50’s Strat) and still think about that guitar when I see them on KZbin…lol. Reality for me is I will part with a few more and lose some $, BUT ( here comes the justification:) it’s worth the $ because of the journey exploring different styles of guitars…rock on Colin!

[@dejavoodoo7204]

;as a fellow chap of relatively limited means, my one indulgence over the journey has been guitars, and having a nice little collection is a great satisfaction and wonderful source of creative inspiration. I could almost go as far as saying I'm anti-consumerist apart from this one hobby, passion, expression... lifestyle. *thanks for the vids mate, cheers from downunder 👍

[@itaiitai8960]

you are the most professional guy on youtube when it comes to guitar me and my 70 members of the class are listing to you

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man that's appreciated! 😁🙏

[@richardcranium8500]

That SG sure is pretty. You got to make room for all the cool 2023 guitars you'll be getting.

[@murrayguitarpickups9545]

That was some great playing Colin.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers mate! 😊🙏

[@sixbladeknife44]

That Epi 335 sounded like it was lamenting you letting it go, mournful/soulful playing! I need to do a purge of sorts myself, def. not an easy task…can totally relate.

[@dannystoakes7474]

Can’t believe how quick these have sold! Watched it last night, went onto the reverb store thinking I’d have a look at the Les Paul and the Sheraton and all but one have gone!! Must be quicker next time!! 🤣 Keep up the good work! Absolutely love your channel and I look forward to the next instalment every Friday! 🎸🤘

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Danny, yes I was amazed!… the downside is I am literally spending the whole weekend boxing up guitars! 😆👍

[@dannystoakes7474]

@@theguitaristasThat’s the worst bit! Glad you’ve free’d up some space, looking forward to seeing what your next acquisition is!!

[@poodleguiderpeyes7388]

Thanks for your reviews, I enjoy them. I'd love to see you put a PRS SE on your bench- have been looking at the '23 594 Pattern Vintage neck model.

[@bv3bv334]

Been there...once they are gone I haven't missed them one bit. Indeed, the responsibility of looking after so many guitars was a weight around my neck. Felt 100% better for it.

[@aminahmed2220]

What a fantastic video I actually enjoyed it have a good weekend

[@johnsenior2566]

Cheers Colin. Nice playing nice person. Love it pal.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks John! 😁👍

[@jeremymiller6933]

Hey Colin, Not surprised at all that you're selling the LP Standard. I am surprised you're selling the SG Custom. I had a feeling you were because it wasn't on its usual spot on the wall behind you. In the end, they're just guitars and the sales from those 2, and the others, should allow for many more opportunities to continue to feed your addiction! I was visiting some friends out of town and visited a very, very nice used guitar shop. Found a gently used 2021 Epiphone SG Custom for an absolute steal. It had mojo and I was able to get an even lower price after a nice chat with the staff. Here's to a good New Year for us all, -J

[@henryhartley9993]

Nice one Colin, yep sometimes you have to just let them go....

[@theguitaristas]

Do you actually practice that very much yourself though Henry?? 🤣👍

[@mknewlan67]

That Guild sounds so damn good. It changed my mind about a 335.

[@Richard_Lush]

Buying and selling is what it’s all about. You get to try so many guitars and find what you really want on the flip side I usually don’t make money but it’s fun nonetheless. I’ve found a few keepers but usually they come and go. It’s like having your own guitar store😄

[@bipolarfox13]

Teles! 😍 You‘re the man, Colin! Cheers

[@pttrent123]

Hey Colin, looks like the reverb store only shows 1 guitar at the moment so hopefully you have sold a bunch. Happy New Year, hope you are well!

[@theguitaristas]

Indeed Peter.... amazing 6 sold within 24 hours! 😲 Cheers mate!

[@WilliamBalsiger]

Hey Colin, Just viewed the latest episode, loved it, feel your pain man, and was too late. Would have bought the modified Epiphone 335 in a heartbeat. Now that the Holiday rush is over, I've just now (finally) taken the time to subscribe to your channel so as not to miss out on your benevolent deals, and firsthand info. Thanks for doing all of this. Happy new Year to you and yours! -Will the WI USA polisher

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Will! 😁👍

[@WilliamBalsiger]

@@theguitaristas Cheers Colin!

[@marcanglin7127]

Beautiful playing on that Guild and the Epi 335, Colin !!! Gorgeous !!! As my good friend and longtime luthier said to me: "We are but stewards of these instruments, and it is our privilege and responsibility to care for them before they move on to their next owners".

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man that's appreciated 😁🙏 your luthier?... easy for him to say he only has them for a few hours! 🤣

[@marcanglin7127]

@@theguitaristas 🤣

[@blakestepp7940]

Great show Colin!! I honestly think You have better Les Pual's than this standard having got a glimpse of them, not necessarily Gibson's as well!! I think You made right decisions on the ES335 style guitars and the sG as well!! Behind You on Your films is a wall with many SG's and a nice selection for any occasion!!! I do like Your Goldtop Epiphone, and the other Goldtop You have, they are really nice 50's style and are platforms for whatever You might want to do!! You are the reason I got one, and the reason I got the Epiphone SG Les Paul!!! Love them both!!! You do such a Great Job of this,and really enjoy Your Wit and Dialog!!! We get to know You better with it!!! Excellent show for other Guitarists!!! Cheers Mate!!!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Blake! 😁👍

[@williamarthurfenton1496]

I like to try and eliminate overbuying preemtively if at all possible. Rules like no more than two of each model (say 2 Les Pauls), but they have to be sufficiently different. I did want either a Custom or a Modern, but they have the same electronics as my 50s one so it doesn't seem worth it-- whereas my Studio has different pickups and just a very different vibe in how it looks. I was considering trading in that SG Special, but when I plug it in all the issues I have with it fall by the roadside. Those p90s sound just so damn nice. I would like a couple more Gretschs as I only have two. The smaller body semi with the Gretsch style staple pole-piece p90s, and the super affordable one with a p90 in the neck, humbucker in bridge and wrap-around bridge. Also still the Jaguar and a Firebird if they don't sell out in a week.

[@alwaysevolving281]

I keep going back and forth on selling the only Gibson I have. A LP special In olive drab. I recently bought the epiphone LP special and it made the choice even harder on selling the Gibson or not. It’s like being in a relationship that you aren’t sure about but keep giving it a chance.

[@poesybeat]

I know it wasn't your cup of tea, but based on your excellent video series I just bought an Epi ES-335 on sale at GC for $479. Fantastic unplugged tone. Plugged in it's good but not great - but I know the path to get there based on your videos. Cheers!

[@justinhaskell5502]

I'd love to see an episode or two dedicated to single pickup guitars

[@scottdavidson6066]

They’re in the list of videos!

[@seaofbabiesmusic]

That cherry sunburst LP is really nice!

[@spdaltid]

The Arfur Daley of Guitars. An enjoyable watch, Salesman of the year!

[@jmartini8875]

Wow. I love that Guild. Not in a position to be doing purchases at this time, but yes the Guild is so sweet. Thx Collin. 🍻

[@TheMerc1950]

I feel your pain. I currently have 3 of my guitars up for sale. Always a rough choice.

[@xiehu43]

Hey Colin, I guess ot must have been tough to let go of some. I am with you on your decision. You know what is best for the show, and for you. Me, I was into this 335 even though price-wise it is not best as you EU'd out and now they tax used items on import, too..But someone bought it already:( And. I got my Wilshire ystdy. :( cheers. Peace.

[@Walks-With-Pride]

Colin, you are a stronger man than me. The only guitars I have ever parted with are the ones that were stolen. I love them too much to sell. But, I do understand your reasons for selling yours.

[@billkelly9890]

Nice Alvin Lee vibe beautiful bluest blues soloing

[@jeffberg8015]

I'm sorry but not surprised to see the cherry ES 335 go by the wayside. It's very similar to my own favorite guitar, a cherry 2019 Epi ES 335 Pro, and so I rooted for it to win you over. I suspect that a reason that 335 types have a tough time with you is because of their size. It looked to me like it had to be played kind of at an angle to fit comfortably under your arm and as a result the lower waist would tend to creep forward on your leg. I'm very long in the torso and that may be why I bonded so well with mine. Also I wasn't as accustomed to any particular guitar style before I got mine as you were with your SGs. Anyway, good luck with your sales and thanks.

[@johnharris7244]

Brasso is one of the best finishing polishes. Gently sand with 1200 grit then 2000 grit on a sanding block rubber preferable with a bit of water and a dropped of detergent for lubrication on both. Buff with MyGuire's compound finish with Brasso.

[@ravenbom]

There's guitars you think you need and guitars you love the idea of more than the idea. It's hard for me to sell guitars and take a loss but I'm starting to think of it as I was renting the guitar. And I just get more out the guitars I keep and have bonded with.

[@hailmaryrecordings8255]

At the beginning of the pandemic I got nervous, as I’m away from home recording in L.A. and saw the need to put-away a some cash. I foolishly chose to sell a 1999 Guild Blues-90, with the nicest green-top you’ve ever seen. I sold-it to a well-known player & it found a good-home, but I’d love to have it back sometimes. ☮️

[@patrickfitzgerald2861]

I sell locally on Craigslist here in Tucson, and only one guitar at a time. Otherwise I get confused. I made a vow last year that I would only buy a guitar after I sold one from my collection, and I'm proud to say that I've stuck to it . . . at least so far! 😉

[@paulcopsey6573]

Dangerous video content there Colin, I definitely have an attraction for Les Pauls & 335s. Couldn't help but have a sneaky look on Reverb once my wife had left the house. She was a bit concerned about me drooling over the Les Paul & the Sheraton & worried that they were only 30 minutes away down the A127. I certainly get the sentiment of hanging on to guitars. At the moment I am torn with upgrading a couple of Les Pauls with new pick ups, pots & wiring. They look & play great & very attached to them, but sound poor once you then plug in Lazarus or the "inspired by" 335 as a comparison. Even if I did the upgrade I would still be chasing a black Custon & Gold Top with P90s. Might as well use the old guitars for additional funds for the new purchase.... if allowed. I did try to plead my innocence by comparison, you bought 30 guitars last year, while I only bought 3. Don't think she was impressed.

[@theguitaristas]

The trick is Paul to remind her of all the far worse things you could be indulging in... dangerous motorsports, heavy drinking, drugs, womanising, for instance ... if you are creative I promise she will be much more forgiving of the occasional guitar shaped delivery in future! 😆👍

[@sqidvishus]

You wondered if anyone got anything out of this if we weren't interested in buying so I'll tell you what I found interesting. It was nice to see and hear the decision-making process. We're all different, but we're also all guitar nerds and musicians, so sometimes it's just about understanding where one of "us" is coming from. I know selling guitars can be less than fun, but funding future videos seems a just cause to me, rather selfishly I suppose, because I always enjoy your videos so much. Good luck on the sales and I look forward to some telecaster love. I've been eyeing the new Aerodyne Telecaster made in Japan myself!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers mate!

[@BigJasquach]

Well it didn’t take long for the Gibsons to disappear !! Great video as per usual

[@theguitaristas]

I know... amazing!

[@markpell8979]

Ooh I remember that Guild Starfire DC1. Made me want one after thinking about an Epi ES-339. Or some 'ES-335' type semi hollow. It would either be the last one I got or the first. Have to have one with P90s too, right? But one like your Epi 335, that would be nice. The right deal will come along, prolly have one of this type someday. Cheers from Dallas!

[@carpathus]

Same boat. Selling all but a few this year. Filtered through a bunch to find what guitars were for me. Will not get what I paid but I look at it as the cost of my guitar education. Or could look at it like the cost of leasing a guitar for a year or two. Actually having a blast messing about with all these guitars with no regrets. The beat goes on. Got a brand new Fender Telecaster delivered last week! Cheers!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, yes the circle of guitars need to keep turning and nothing beats the buzz of a new guitar anyway!

[@DelfinoSlim]

I remember you apologizing for your playing in the past and I want to tell you that I really like your style. You’re not a shredder but play with a lot of feel and creativity. Good phrasing and soulful Melodies, I love it. Last year I went from trying to sound like Stevie Ray to playing more melodic and your playing really sounds like what I’m going for.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Daniel that's appreciated! 😁🙏

[@tylerdurden5122]

@@theguitaristas Colin I would agree. I’m a 42 year old beginner and I hope to be as good as you are at some stage. Rock on!! 🤘🇦🇺

[@davidpask4232]

I too have experieced stand rash on my guitars, I only have Polyurothane guitars, its only been happening recently, but its on the new guitars ive bought. I have used T cut and successfully removed the the rash.

[@blessedheavyelements8544]

Want the Vintage..don't need it :). Best of luck with the sale. Best Regards and Best Wishes!

[@ernieb3626]

I love that Gibson Les Paul standard but I understand selling it. Especially if you have others. People tell me I should not sell the Rick Beato but it’s the only way I’ll be able to put the money together to buy that from you lol. Wish I lived closer I would try to talk you into a swap. Great video to start off this new season. Thanks for all the Videos. I always look forward to Fridays

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Ernie, it sold earlier today anyway so you can stand down and let the GAS subside! 😁👍

[@victorbeebe8372]

The PRS SE are sounding really good.

[@poesybeat]

I owned a 1976 Guild Starfire IV - best sounding pickups I've ever heard, but the truss rod was shot and so I sold it on to someone as a project guitar. Bought one of the new Starfire IVs, but the pickups weren't even close and I could never find the sound I was looking for. Very cool looking guitars though.

[@philipatoz]

LOL, Colin, you're starting to look and seem a bit like Ben Franklin - except your electric experiments have now widely morphed into a passion for guitars. Love this channel!

[@theguitaristas]

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