Patrick -> RE: Vicente Carrillo guitars (Aug. 2 2006 22:51:43)
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If you really think an exceptional Flamenco guitar will make you sound brilliant No, but it's fun to try and what the hell if you can afford it, why not. They way I look at it is I have two (well many) hobbies. One is playing guitar and the other is buying, selling and collecting. They are two different animals altogether. A lot of guys have been put down on various forums for years when it comes to buying and selling top-level guitars. What people don't seem to realize, is we do it for the enjoyment of the aspect of the guitar itself, not necessarily the playing, although I like that as well, but don't mix the two. They are two distinct hobbies. Now, will owning a world-class guitar make you a world-class player? If you have heard me play of late, that would answer your question. Eddie Lastra that used to post here a bit once told me he got tired of the battles. He said if he brought it up that he got a new guitar, someone was always on his back about it. I'm getting to be the same way any more. If I get a new one I just keep it to myself, or the few addicts that enjoy that part of the hobby. Does Jay Leno need millions of dollars worth of collector cars? Will he be a better driver because he owns them? Is he taking anything away from someone else? I say no to all those questions, but I don’t put him down for his right to enjoy his hobby as he sees fit, and he most certainly can afford it. I’m going to go play my new DeVoe now, or maybe I’ll play my old DeVoe, or maybe my Green! I know it’s tough, but someone has to do it.
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