OMG... I cannot imagine the level of emotion you got through when recovering this piece of your personal history! Thanks for sharing this beautiful story...
Congratulations on getting your “Baby” back Dan. My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your friend. May he rest in peace. For sure he is smiling upon you from Heaven; happy to see that you and your 335 are reunited. 🙏⭐️🙏
Had to walk carefully in Al's house to avoid the guitar cases lining the walls. He was never a great player, but loved it like a fool. In his time, he hung out with hotshots Joe O'Dougherty (Miles Joseph) and Joe Summers, a Django-ist. It was shocking to learn he had died, since he's several years younger than I and was maybe the fittest guy ever, running, biking; life makes no sense. Dan: I'm glad you got the guitar back. It's a joy to see you thrive in your element, achieve prominence in your work. I tell friends you have the dream job, the perfect fit.
My condolences on the loss of your longtime friend. I’ll admit that had I bought a guitar that I promised to sell back one day if I decided to let it go, mods would have been out of the question. But that’s just me. Happy you got her back. I know that feeling all too well.
I know it is due to a friend passing but it's amazing you were able to get it back! This is a cool story and I am really anticipating part two. Congrats, Dan on getting back such an important guitar to you. Condolences to your friend's family.
Dan, that has to be one of the most amazing guitar-related stories I think I've ever heard. I've been following your advice since the old Guitar Player magazine articles of the 80s. And I learned everything I know about guitar repair (and refretting) from you over the years. I'm so glad you finally have your '58 Gibson 335 back again. Sad hearing your friend passed away, but it was so cool that he put in his will that you could pick any guitar you wanted, and he still had that Gibson in his collection. I had a guitar myself that I once owned as a child, and wished almost every day that I never sold it, so I know what that means. Best story I've heard in years. In no time, it'll be almost as good as new, with your skills. Enjoy it, Dan!! Ironically, 1966 was also the year I was born. I love this story. You could talk for an hour about this guitar, and I'd be hanging on every word. You have to do followups on it's progress.
Dan, sorry for the loss of your friend. It was generous of him to make it possible for you to get your guitar back. I enjoyed the video and look forward to more about your friend, and getting your guitar restored to how you like it.
What a great story and so happy for you, Dan! You have inspired so many to understand and be able to work on their own instruments...you are a legend in your own time, which says a lot these days! I'm so happy that you were reunited with an instrument that held such a great link to your youth! I can't wait to see the finished product, as no guitar could have a better outcome ahead than in Dan and company's hands! When I reach for a chilled pint glass for an IPA or a sweet stout, I always reach first for my "What would Dan do?" pint glasses bc just the thought of Dan inspires me to do more. Dan is the man and will always be the highest standard that I am shooting for in my book! Cheers to you, Dan!
I love stories about long lost or sold guitars coming home. Looking forward to the end product of the restoration. Knowing Dan’s work, I am sure it will be awesome!
Dan is a hero of mine. I read his articles in Guitar Player Magazine in the 80’s and he absolutely inspired me to modify and make guitars. I can’t wait for the rest of the story.
When a lot of people see 65 year old , sought after, classic guitar that has been chopped up like this, they immediately think, 'why would someone ever do this to a vintage guitar'. Their emotions take over and they fail to realize that at one point, this wasn't a 65 year old guitar. Just like the new guitar you purchased 2 years ago, this guitar was also 'only a 2 year old guitar' at one point in its long life. Back in 1958, people didn't think, this guitar is going to be a classic, vintage instrument some day. It was just a new guitar to them. Then it became an old guitar...then it became a vintage guitar...etc.
Exactly. Same thing with cars - don't assume that a 1953 Cadillac was vintage in 1963. Back then, it was just an old and used Cadillac with lower horsepower than a new one.
I was recently reunited with a guitar I had traded away over 30 years earlier. These stories don't happen often but when they do it's great to reconnect with an old friend. Looking forward to seeing your 335 restored to playing condition.
Hi Dan !! I hope you're doing well . I'm sorry you lost your Friend . And I'm so happy for you that you got your 335 back . It looks like you're going to have a lengthy job putting it back to close to original but I'm sure it's going to be Amazing when you and your Wiring friend are done with it . Can't wait to hear and watch you play it . Ok , stay safe Big Guy . 🎸😎🎸
Sorry Dan for the loss of your friend. A bitter sweet congratulations on reuniting with your old guitar. I traded off my very first guitar, boy I sure wish I could find it again. Can’t even find one that looks like it. A 1982 Washburn A-10. Red with black binding. Been looking for 25 years for an identical one. Finally settled for a black one with cream binding. Cant wait to see the ol 335 back in playing shape. 🙏🏼
Ahh, I'm sorry for the reason why you and the 335 are reunited after so long, but I'm glad you have it back with you now. I know everyone has their own particular favourite guitar, and the 335 is mine. Well, that and the imaginary Pelham Blue Ibanez Iceman I have had in my head for about 25 years......
I have a 1980 Ibanez musician 850. I can’t imagine how heart broken you must have been seeing it in that shape. I’ve seen your work, I know it’s going to be amazing. Please take your time ,film it all. We all want to see and learn. Thanks Dan
Congratulations on getting your beloved guitar back Dan! However, those are crimes against all of guitardom to drill holes all over the top like that! If anyone can get it back to its original glory, you can! Please keep the updates coming!
I love this little passive aggressive vibe Dan is having towards his old friend Al. This bickering between two great buddies, just as if Al was still around. Sorry for Your loss, and I can't wait to see this guitar brought back to life.
I'm sure Dan's friend (RIP) knew exactly which guitar Dan was going to choose. Yes, it was extensively modified, but I'm pretty sure that it was cherished and Dan gets to continue this guitars' and his friends' story.
Great idea for dealing with the extra hole. Instead of hiding it, decorate it. Brilliant. I remember those six position switches having only one acceptable sound. Congratulations on being reunited. I have about a half dozen gems out there that I lost in similar fashion. Unfortunately none have found their way home as yet.
I like the technical videos that StewMac produce, but this was nice to watch. The personal connection with the guitar and the story made this special. On the one hand the guitar being butchered was a shame, but I honestly think that this is better than the guitar sitting in the closet for all that time. It meant the guitar was clearly loved & played & used for what it was meant to do. It must be a good one. The bad ones are those collecting dust or sitting in the closet.
Wow Dan! What a story! So sorry for the loss of your friend. That is very touching that you are now reunited with your old 335. I think this story will make a great repair/restoration feature in Vintage Guitar magazine!
Really great story ! So cool that your friend kept it all these years and made it possible for you to have it back, RIP Al. Looking forward to seeing it finished, thanks for sharing !
Wow! Such a blessing to get that back again! I also owned a '58 335 in the mid-'70's, but foolishly let it get away. Still kicking myself! It sure hurt to see all those funky mods, but clearly it's in the right hands to be resurrected! Can't wait for part 2, and maybe beyond!
Thanks Dan! This video was real interesting. I can tell how much that particular guitar means to you. I will be waiting for the next video about this old guitar. I love a good guitar story. This one is special.
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Dan Erlewine is a national treasure.
Absolutely!!!
Was just about to write the exact same thing. Love the guy.
World heritage
Quit saying this
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Dan, honestly, I want more detail! I want a part 2, 3 and 4. I just can't get enough of this good stuff!!!
I second this.
I third it.👍
I fourth it
How about fifth!
I 6th this.
So sorry that you lost such a good friend. So very happy that you found the guitar you still love.
OMG... I cannot imagine the level of emotion you got through when recovering this piece of your personal history! Thanks for sharing this beautiful story...
I can't believe the level of emotion I went through!
@@nickk5948 Crossing fingers for your Nick...
RIP to your friend. But Congratulations on getting your baby back!
Congratulations on getting your “Baby” back Dan. My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your friend. May he rest in peace. For sure he is smiling upon you from Heaven; happy to see that you and your 335 are reunited. 🙏⭐️🙏
So nice that your Pal remembered how much you loved that beauty! Cool!
You can hear the emotion in his voice when he says “found it!”… nice story, and congrats on finding it again!
Sorry about your friend 😞 Glad it found its way home!
Cool story, can't wait to see her restored!
Had to walk carefully in Al's house to avoid the guitar cases lining the walls. He was never a great player, but loved it like a fool. In his time, he hung out with hotshots Joe O'Dougherty (Miles Joseph) and Joe Summers, a Django-ist. It was shocking to learn he had died, since he's several years younger than I and was maybe the fittest guy ever, running, biking; life makes no sense. Dan: I'm glad you got the guitar back. It's a joy to see you thrive in your element, achieve prominence in your work. I tell friends you have the dream job, the perfect fit.
Interesting comment , though I didn't know him. We are alive and each day is a gift I feel.
I love you Dan!!! I wish you were my grandpa!
As my Buddy would say..
"You Lucky Dog".... I got an acoustic guitar back once. I sold it in 1984 and got it back in 2006!!! It's mine forever!!
I'm sorry for your loss...
Great story
Looking forward to the repair vid!!
I can't wait to see updates on this restoration, because I know it's going to be done with the kind of love that you can't buy.
My condolences on the loss of your longtime friend.
I’ll admit that had I bought a guitar that I promised to sell back one day if I decided to let it go, mods would have been out of the question. But that’s just me. Happy you got her back. I know that feeling all too well.
Me too, Bro. Drilling holes all over the body? Dan will get it looking better than ever, I have no doubt.
sorry for the loss of your friend , how nice he remembered you in this way ....we cant wait to hear it ..........
Now that is a brilliant way of covering a hole! Ole Al really went to town with that one! RIP Al and thank goodness the man kept it all those years!
Congratulations! This is great you could have it back although I am sorry for your friend obviously.
I know it is due to a friend passing but it's amazing you were able to get it back! This is a cool story and I am really anticipating part two. Congrats, Dan on getting back such an important guitar to you. Condolences to your friend's family.
Congratulations on the reunion. Though bittersweet with the loss of your friend, it’s uncommon to get back the “ones that got away”.
Sorry for your loss of your friend... .. so happy the guitar came back to you.
Dan, that has to be one of the most amazing guitar-related stories I think I've ever heard. I've been following your advice since the old Guitar Player magazine articles of the 80s. And I learned everything I know about guitar repair (and refretting) from you over the years.
I'm so glad you finally have your '58 Gibson 335 back again. Sad hearing your friend passed away, but it was so cool that he put in his will that you could pick any guitar you wanted, and he still had that Gibson in his collection. I had a guitar myself that I once owned as a child, and wished almost every day that I never sold it, so I know what that means. Best story I've heard in years. In no time, it'll be almost as good as new, with your skills. Enjoy it, Dan!!
Ironically, 1966 was also the year I was born. I love this story. You could talk for an hour about this guitar, and I'd be hanging on every word. You have to do followups on it's progress.
What a beautiful story 🙏😃🎸, I've been following your stories since 1970, when I started reading Guitar player magazine, keep on keeping on Dan🙏🎉🎸🔊😃
Dan, sorry for the loss of your friend. It was generous of him to make it possible for you to get your guitar back. I enjoyed the video and look forward to more about your friend, and getting your guitar restored to how you like it.
So happy to hear your guitar made it back to you! As in all things in life, joy and sadness together.
Dan, sorry for your loss of an old friend, and happy for your reunion with an old friend
What a great story and so happy for you, Dan! You have inspired so many to understand and be able to work on their own instruments...you are a legend in your own time, which says a lot these days! I'm so happy that you were reunited with an instrument that held such a great link to your youth! I can't wait to see the finished product, as no guitar could have a better outcome ahead than in Dan and company's hands! When I reach for a chilled pint glass for an IPA or a sweet stout, I always reach first for my "What would Dan do?" pint glasses bc just the thought of Dan inspires me to do more. Dan is the man and will always be the highest standard that I am shooting for in my book! Cheers to you, Dan!
What a story and reunion! The restoration video should be epic!
I love the story behind this! sorry about your friend's passing!
I love stories about long lost or sold guitars coming home. Looking forward to the end product of the restoration. Knowing Dan’s work, I am sure it will be awesome!
Thank you Dan! What a journey. A dot neck 335 in sunburst. God bless.
Wow what a great story..... I can't wait to see how she turns out !!!
SO happy you're reunited with your old 335 friend. I can imagine how happy you were to see it!
Dan is a hero of mine. I read his articles in Guitar Player Magazine in the 80’s and he absolutely inspired me to modify and make guitars.
I can’t wait for the rest of the story.
When a lot of people see 65 year old , sought after, classic guitar that has been chopped up like this, they immediately think, 'why would someone ever do this to a vintage guitar'. Their emotions take over and they fail to realize that at one point, this wasn't a 65 year old guitar. Just like the new guitar you purchased 2 years ago, this guitar was also 'only a 2 year old guitar' at one point in its long life. Back in 1958, people didn't think, this guitar is going to be a classic, vintage instrument some day. It was just a new guitar to them. Then it became an old guitar...then it became a vintage guitar...etc.
I'd never drill holes in any guitar
Exactly. Same thing with cars - don't assume that a 1953 Cadillac was vintage in 1963. Back then, it was just an old and used Cadillac with lower horsepower than a new one.
Dan. Fabulous story, and great video. Best wishes from Wales.
Dan is an international hero
I was recently reunited with a guitar I had traded away over 30 years earlier. These stories don't happen often but when they do it's great to reconnect with an old friend. Looking forward to seeing your 335 restored to playing condition.
I'm really sorry to hear about your friend, I hope this guitar helps you feel closer to him and brings a smile to your face.
She’s a beaut, Mr.Dan👍🏻Great story and sorry you lost your friend-He’s smiling from above about finding your guitar last out of the lot 😁
I will definitely be looking forward to part two of this story...
So sorry about the loss of Al. It was really cool of him to not just remember you, but put you in his will!
I'm sorry you lost yer friend and happy you got yer baby back.
Hi Dan !! I hope you're doing well . I'm sorry you lost your Friend . And I'm so happy for you that you got your 335 back . It looks like you're going to have a lengthy job putting it back to close to original but I'm sure it's going to be Amazing when you and your Wiring friend are done with it . Can't wait to hear and watch you play it . Ok , stay safe Big Guy . 🎸😎🎸
Dan you're a lucky man ! and we're even mroe lucky to have you making videos for us !
It's exciting, please show us more.
Looking forward to part 2!
That guitar brought a lot of happiness to you guys....many times.
Great story. Bitter sweet...
I also once sold my first guitar to a friend because I needed money, but I came to my senses and got it back within a year. :)
This is so exciting! I can't stop smiling that you got your guitar back!
Can't wait for part II!
Sorry Dan for the loss of your friend. A bitter sweet congratulations on reuniting with your old guitar. I traded off my very first guitar, boy I sure wish I could find it again. Can’t even find one that looks like it. A 1982 Washburn A-10. Red with black binding. Been looking for 25 years for an identical one. Finally settled for a black one with cream binding.
Cant wait to see the ol 335 back in playing shape. 🙏🏼
Ahh, I'm sorry for the reason why you and the 335 are reunited after so long, but I'm glad you have it back with you now. I know everyone has their own particular favourite guitar, and the 335 is mine. Well, that and the imaginary Pelham Blue Ibanez Iceman I have had in my head for about 25 years......
Fantastic can't wait for installment 2. Thanks Dan
That’s awesome. 🤙🏻✌🏻
Nice one Dan, Looking frwd to Part two !!
Aw yeah this gonna look so nice!
I can't wait anymore Dan!!! Where is part 2?
It's coming very soon! The restoration is taking some effort! We promise it will be worth the wait 🙂
Lovely tale, good vibes Dan, thanks
wonderful you have it back Dan. I've been looking for a guitar I sold 45 years ago...No luck though :(
I’m so happy for you Dan
Cool seeing Dan at a guitar show!!! Wow. Made the show worth it.
Sorry for the loss of your friend. Glad you got your guitar back. Can't wait to see how it turns out.
Wow. So it sounds like we will have a new "restoration" series... can't wait.
I have a 1980 Ibanez musician 850.
I can’t imagine how heart broken you must have been seeing it in that shape.
I’ve seen your work, I know it’s going to be amazing.
Please take your time ,film it all.
We all want to see and learn.
Thanks Dan
Congratulations on getting your beloved guitar back Dan! However, those are crimes against all of guitardom to drill holes all over the top like that! If anyone can get it back to its original glory, you can! Please keep the updates coming!
I love this little passive aggressive vibe Dan is having towards his old friend Al. This bickering between two great buddies, just as if Al was still around.
Sorry for Your loss, and I can't wait to see this guitar brought back to life.
I'm sure Dan's friend (RIP) knew exactly which guitar Dan was going to choose.
Yes, it was extensively modified, but I'm pretty sure that it was cherished and Dan gets to continue this guitars' and his friends' story.
You're the Best Dan !
Thank you for your years of showing us how.
Congratulations, Dan! Can't wait to see it restored. You're the right man to do it!
Congratulations on getting your old guitar back Dan!!!!! I can't wait to see the finished product!!!!
Great idea for dealing with the extra hole. Instead of hiding it, decorate it. Brilliant.
I remember those six position switches having only one acceptable sound.
Congratulations on being reunited. I have about a half dozen gems out there
that I lost in similar fashion. Unfortunately none have found their way home as yet.
Can’t wait to hear this guitar Dan!! Your old girl back in action!🎸
Can't wait to see the finished version. Thanks for sharing!
What a wondwrful story couldnt have happened to a nicer fella your a class act sir.
Just an awesome story. Really looking forward to Part 2. Thanks Dan.
This is truly amazing. What a blessing for Dan.
I like the technical videos that StewMac produce, but this was nice to watch.
The personal connection with the guitar and the story made this special.
On the one hand the guitar being butchered was a shame, but I honestly think that this is better than the guitar sitting in the closet for all that time.
It meant the guitar was clearly loved & played & used for what it was meant to do.
It must be a good one. The bad ones are those collecting dust or sitting in the closet.
Great story, its heart warming that he left it to you and i cant wait to see it finished and plugged in!
So cool to see an instrument like that make it home again.
how cool is that and its going to be super cool when restored its winner all the way dan
Wonderful to be reunited with it. Looking forward to the #2 installment!
With you all the way here Dan. Wow!! Looking forward to how this evolves! Thank you so much for sharing with us!
Wonderful to see Dan working on a guitar he used to own!
I LOVE vids like this Dan. Thanks for making it. Excited to see the process and end result!
Killer guitar
Dan making himself smile
Wow Dan! What a story! So sorry for the loss of your friend. That is very touching that you are now reunited with your old 335. I think this story will make a great repair/restoration feature in Vintage Guitar magazine!
Really great story ! So cool that your friend kept it all these years and made it possible for you to have it back, RIP Al. Looking forward to seeing it finished, thanks for sharing !
Awesome!
WOW. I don't know what your friend was thinking, but I'm excited to see you bring this back to life!
Great story. I caught a couple hitches in your voice when telling it. Glad he remembered his commitment too you after all the years.
So glad you were able to get it back, Dan!
I’ll bet that seemed like a long drive to Ann Arbor. Awesome story! Can’t wait to see the rest of it!
Wow, what a project. I can imagine how you feel.Keep up the good work Dan.
Wow! Such a blessing to get that back again! I also owned a '58 335 in the mid-'70's, but foolishly let it get away. Still kicking myself! It sure hurt to see all those funky mods, but clearly it's in the right hands to be resurrected! Can't wait for part 2, and maybe beyond!
Awaiting part 2...
Dan + 335 + restoration = perfect video
Love it when good things happen to good people and none better than Dan.
Sorry about your friend Al
I like the "Kintsugi" pearl inlay idea
Thanks Dan! This video was real interesting. I can tell how much that particular guitar means to you. I will be waiting for the next video about this old guitar. I love a good guitar story. This one is special.