Over the years, I’ve owned a number of guitars, each with its own story, its own voice. Some have stayed with me, while others have found new homes. I’ve sold a few-sometimes out of necessity, sometimes in pursuit of something new. And while life often throws us curveballs that force difficult decisions, I’ve come to realize how important it is to think deeply before letting go of a guitar. These instruments become more than just tools for music. They hold memories-of songs written, of quiet nights spent strumming, of moments when they were your only companion. Selling a guitar can feel like selling a piece of your history, a part of your soul. I’ve felt that pang of regret, looking back at a guitar I let go too quickly, only to realize later how much it truly meant to me. There was one particular guitar I tried to sell, though the universe seemed to conspire against it. Buyers fell through, deals unraveled, and it always found its way back to me. At the time, it felt like frustration, but now I see it differently. Maybe I wasn’t meant to part with it. Maybe that guitar still has something left to give me-or maybe I still have something left to give it. These days, I choose more carefully. I hold onto what I can, knowing that these instruments are more than possessions-they are chapters of my life. And while financial hardships and tough decisions might come again, I’ve learned to pause, to reflect, and to truly consider what I’m letting go of. Because some things, once lost, can never truly be replaced.
Thanks for the tip on Carter's. I was looking for a good consignment spot. Too many guitars and want to offload a few to make room (for the two I just ordered!)... ✌
This is truly great, well balanced advice. I don’t have my first guitar, but I have two that were gifted to me - sewn into my ministry - that I won’t ever sell because of what they mean to me. I also have a white Mexican strat with a maple board that is SO NOT what I would buy, but it was used, and rang like a bell when I strummed it. It also had lace sensor gold pickups in it, and for some reason I was like, “this is the one. This is special.” It was my #1 for YEARS. So glad I still have it. I also have a sparkle jet that my wife bought as a wedding gift to me. These guitars mean more to me for their memories than they ever will for their value, and for that reason I don’t think I could ever sell them. It’s great advice to find other ways to make money if at all possible.
I had a 94 Mexican strat in high school that I loved. I sold it to buy concert tickets for the girl I was dating it and it’s haunted me since. I also sold a 97 Epiphone Sheraton that was great and would like to have back.
I have a Fender Japan Daybreak strat, it doubled in value since i bought it. I did, however modify it because i played it so its not worth as much as a mint one. But im sure it'll be worth it
It’s all relative to inflation what cost 3250.00 back in 2000 would be worth 6500.00 today but real value is negative because 3200.00 back then bought more ,today 6500.00 buys less.
So how much of your '72 Les Paul Signature is original? Is that finish original? Its stunning. It's an odd paradox because the mods made that vintage guitar less valuable but those mods also made it the coolest Les Paul Signature I've ever seen.
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I needed this video like 25 years ago HW! Lots of "why did I sell that one?!?" in my guitar past unfortunately.
I'm right there with ya man!
We all have that #1. For me i have 3 #1s that i love the most
Over the years, I’ve owned a number of guitars, each with its own story, its own voice. Some have stayed with me, while others have found new homes. I’ve sold a few-sometimes out of necessity, sometimes in pursuit of something new. And while life often throws us curveballs that force difficult decisions, I’ve come to realize how important it is to think deeply before letting go of a guitar.
These instruments become more than just tools for music. They hold memories-of songs written, of quiet nights spent strumming, of moments when they were your only companion. Selling a guitar can feel like selling a piece of your history, a part of your soul. I’ve felt that pang of regret, looking back at a guitar I let go too quickly, only to realize later how much it truly meant to me.
There was one particular guitar I tried to sell, though the universe seemed to conspire against it. Buyers fell through, deals unraveled, and it always found its way back to me. At the time, it felt like frustration, but now I see it differently. Maybe I wasn’t meant to part with it. Maybe that guitar still has something left to give me-or maybe I still have something left to give it.
These days, I choose more carefully. I hold onto what I can, knowing that these instruments are more than possessions-they are chapters of my life. And while financial hardships and tough decisions might come again, I’ve learned to pause, to reflect, and to truly consider what I’m letting go of. Because some things, once lost, can never truly be replaced.
So true & aren't the stories behind them part of what makes them so irreplaceable too!?
Thanks for the tip on Carter's. I was looking for a good consignment spot. Too many guitars and want to offload a few to make room (for the two I just ordered!)... ✌
This is truly great, well balanced advice. I don’t have my first guitar, but I have two that were gifted to me - sewn into my ministry - that I won’t ever sell because of what they mean to me. I also have a white Mexican strat with a maple board that is SO NOT what I would buy, but it was used, and rang like a bell when I strummed it. It also had lace sensor gold pickups in it, and for some reason I was like, “this is the one. This is special.” It was my #1 for YEARS. So glad I still have it. I also have a sparkle jet that my wife bought as a wedding gift to me. These guitars mean more to me for their memories than they ever will for their value, and for that reason I don’t think I could ever sell them.
It’s great advice to find other ways to make money if at all possible.
I had a 94 Mexican strat in high school that I loved. I sold it to buy concert tickets for the girl I was dating it and it’s haunted me since. I also sold a 97 Epiphone Sheraton that was great and would like to have back.
@@davidramos4317 we dated for years
I have a Fender Japan Daybreak strat, it doubled in value since i bought it. I did, however modify it because i played it so its not worth as much as a mint one. But im sure it'll be worth it
Whats the price you got it for? There’s one for around 1100$ and I’m still trying to decide on it, but it’s soooo beautiful.
Another mini sermon from HW
Time for the altar call!
All price gougers should be brought forth in front of the congregation to repent of their wickedness.
Can I get an Amen brothers and sisters?.
2024 last year of the mim floyd rose strat. sold a '73 guild m73 during thhe recession
It’s all relative to inflation what cost 3250.00 back in 2000 would be worth 6500.00 today but real value is negative because 3200.00 back then bought more ,today 6500.00 buys less.
I bought an 89 Strat Plus which lived in its case most of its life. Now I am selling a Les Paul Traditional 2014 which I know I can always buy.
What do you think about the MIJ Heartfield Talon II by fender guitars? I bought one new in '91... still have it.
Hello from a mid-40s gearhead. I’ve regretted every guitar I’ve sold.
I've never even seen that guitar. A Les Paul signature? Never heard of or seen one or heard it talked about
What email for customer service do you have? I have issues with both of the orders for the everything pack for Helix & Fractal that I purchased.
@@Worship4LifeGuitar Tonejunkiesocial At gmail
So how much of your '72 Les Paul Signature is original? Is that finish original? Its stunning. It's an odd paradox because the mods made that vintage guitar less valuable but those mods also made it the coolest Les Paul Signature I've ever seen.
That guitar is absolutely beautiful!!
The KoT waitlist is over 5 years now. 🥲
@@Tyler_Wilson 🤯