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Originally Posted by Sobe vintage stuff is going to go even higher ... guitars are out of control , a strat that was 5k afew years ago can bring 30k now ... |
People love to have what others can't have...it somehow means something.
Guitar Collectors...
MOST collect for collection sake...not tone sake or for playing.
I know a few collectors, some of the worlds biggest.
IMO most people who buy 'vintage' recording gear buy it for sound and/or it's potential sound. In other words they buy it to use it....
As long as there are great companies making great gear, It makes no matter to me if I ever own a Pultec or an LA2A...honestly.
There is WAY WAY WAY too much more involved in getting great tone...and the classic examples of music that was recorded with vintage gear had so much other gear invloved that it just isn't possible to gain that vibe with one or two pieces...IMO
I think people who love that gear should do what they can to own it...Whatever makes for the right vibe for each of us...I have no history with any of it so it means little tro me...
I don't collect...I am not in need of attracting clients and it wouldn't change anything for me if I own that great old stuff.
I like the idea of the Chandler, Manley, Great River setups...Modern technology with a heart and soul for tone.
I don't think any of us are missing out..I like to think this is an exciting time for audio recording and recording gear...So much activity, so much research and new products. I look forward to what my setup will be like in 5 years. I suspect it will be versatile and vibey with mucho mojo....
Respect,