Compulsive Shoppers Beware!
brainslag
Posted 2006-07-18 12:08 PM (#247292)
Subject: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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I don't need any more guitars. Be honest, who does? We just WANT them and can't always justify the purchase. I also can't afford the ones I want. Out of curiosity I visited Mile's fire sale, and lo and behold, I am awaiting my new purchase! YIKES! Also sent him a note inquiring about a second guitar. I may need therapy! :eek: Check out the site though, he some nice guitars there that you just won't see anywhere else, and not all beat up like some on the 'Bay. Miles is also nice person to do business with as well. What more could a compulsive shopper ask for? :D
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pzavislak
Posted 2006-07-18 12:15 PM (#247293 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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I never thought I would have GAS attacks, but now I am trying to complete my collection with a 12-string (adamas), an electric, and a Uke. Good thing I don't have any money. ;)

Seriously though, there's a certain point when you want to have different sounds from your guitars and there's another point when you just want tiny variations to make you happy. Buying stuff will never make you completely satisfied. There will always be something that you want to buy, and then you die.
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Slipkid
Posted 2006-07-18 2:00 PM (#247294 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!



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I've gone about six whole weeks since my last Ovation purchase and I'm still not feeling a single twitch to buy anything.
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brainslag
Posted 2006-07-18 2:13 PM (#247295 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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Originally posted by pzavislak:
There will always be something that you want to buy, and then you die.
I'll take two!


Just heard back from Miles, it turns out that 'Other One' I had inquired about was one from Mr. Kaman's private collection. I don't know if he'll part with it, and I'm pretty sure it would be out of my budget. :(
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Mark in Boise
Posted 2006-07-18 8:21 PM (#247296 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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Brad, I also had a noticeable absence of GAS after the Ute arrived, but after a couple weeks, I was back at it. Now, I am starting to agree that I have enough, although I haven't reached the too much phase.
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Slipkid
Posted 2006-07-18 9:46 PM (#247297 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!



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I haven't reached the too much phase.
:D :D
I really think I might be done.
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MWoody
Posted 2006-07-18 9:57 PM (#247298 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!



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Brad is in denial...
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johnny cash
Posted 2006-07-18 10:05 PM (#247299 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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i was in denial once....
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jb
Posted 2006-07-19 3:39 AM (#247300 - in reply to #247292)
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I'm not now, nor have I ever been, in denial.

JB
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Paulcc1
Posted 2006-07-19 7:34 AM (#247301 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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Denial - a river in Egypt.
Pauly
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johnny cash
Posted 2006-07-19 7:53 AM (#247302 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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my wife tells me i have a obsesive compulsive shopping disorder.... :confused: :confused:
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edensharvest
Posted 2006-07-19 6:19 PM (#247303 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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Is having literally more guitars than I have places to put considered too much?

Seriously, is it bad to be (I assume) one of the few people here under 30 and own 8 guitars, with #9 on the way?
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fillhixx
Posted 2006-07-19 6:46 PM (#247304 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!



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Bad math... 9 guitars IS under 30!... :rolleyes:
(kids these days)


Just tell SWMBO that it's retail therapy. She'll understand. She may even help!
:cool:
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Beal
Posted 2006-07-19 7:01 PM (#247305 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!



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There is no cure for GAS.
It is a constant in our lives.
I even bought one of the ones from Miles, and I sold it to him.
Give in to the addiction, don't fight it, you won't win.
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edensharvest
Posted 2006-07-19 7:46 PM (#247306 - in reply to #247292)
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That goes without saying on this board...
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Mark in Boise
Posted 2006-07-19 8:12 PM (#247307 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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I think it's wrong to be under thirty. No wonder you and I probably won't meet at gh1's. You'll arrive late and stay late, I'll arrive early and leave early.
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edensharvest
Posted 2006-07-19 9:18 PM (#247308 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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Probably true, but you do have significantly more hardware to bring along, and whereas you will be arriving in a Porsche, I'm stuck choosing between a Hyundai and a Ford... :(
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innerman
Posted 2006-07-20 3:00 AM (#247309 - in reply to #247292)
Subject: Re: Compulsive Shoppers Beware!


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Brainslag,

I understand. I've got that old time white knuckle wallet fever. It's like a seizure with no movement. Miles is cruel. Mean man. Disrupting the delicate financial balance of many families.

If you play electric, I would strongly encourage you to take a very close look at the Preacher w/ Viper pick-ups, depending on your taste.

Like women, I remember how I got it, not quite sure how it got away. Miss it.
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