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Which guitar do I keep?
on my latest release, i'm playing a pat metheny influenced solo. I use my PM-120 for the first solo:
but in the outro I am using my Gibson 175:
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03-11-2026 06:25 PM
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Keep both
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This is seriously good advice to take to avoid the following:
Originally Posted by pingu
1. Regrets
2. Repurchasing later at a higher price.
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Funny thing is as we age we tend to let go of things/possessions a bit more easily. Some things just take up to much space in our lives.
I haven’t quite got all the way there yet,Lol!
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Does either one fill a need the other doesn’t? If so, the answer is clear. If not, do you have a stronger emotional attachment to one than the other? Again, if so, the answer is clear. If not, will selling one fill a need that selling the other won’t (e.g. $, space, etc)?
If they both do the same things for you, you love or hate them both equally, and the benefits to you of selling either one would be the same, flip a coin and be done with it. If you’re committed to selling one, rip off the bandaid and let the healing begin. It won’t get easier with time.
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it'd probably be like flipping a coin. Ergonomically, the metheny wins being lighter, thinner and I spent money on a custom pickguard. Soundwise, the 175 is better but i'm not sure you can even tell which one is which in a recording like the one I posted
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As a poor person I know how to handle this situation. Keep the 175, as it has a higher long term value and will make a quicker, more profitable sale in case you ever need $ if you get in a serious bind. Everyone wants a Gibson, no one really gives a crap about an Ibanez or any other guitar that doesn't say Gibson, Fender, or PRS on the headstock.
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Jack, don't take this the wrong way but, you play well enough that nobody listening cares what guitar you're using. If one is more comfortable, as you get older that is likely to become even more important. I seem to remember you've had serious back issues.
Last edited by MiniMerckx.22; 03-12-2026 at 11:34 AM.
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Jack, I have admired your playing and tonal sensibilities for many years. You don't need advice from any of us. Go after the tone you hear in your head today, it will continue to evolve, as will your weapon of choice:-)
Those of us in the know will fire up the popper, grab some butter and salt and sit back waiting for the show!
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Thread Drift: What prompted you to use two different guitars for this recording? Originally Posted by jzucker
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PS, keep both...or at least, keep the Gibson.
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i wanted a methenyesque sound and originally had no guitar on the outro and happened to be playing the 175 when I decided to add the noodling at the end. And it sounded in character so I went with it. Originally Posted by Bob_Ross
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i've had 2 spinal surgeries but pretty much a non issue at this point. My conclusion is that the 175 is about 15% better for the particular tone I'm using on the recording but physically, the metheny just feels more comfortable so I'm going to stick with it. Originally Posted by MiniMerckx.22
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Keep them both. Other people's ecomonic situation isnt my business but even if I have the money I find it nice to sell something when its being replaced by another goodie. Otherwise, its just cash that finds its way to an account and when you reach for it the guitar is gone.
I think if you have to ask us you arent ready to let it go. When you have no use for one of them you will have your answer.
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Since you gig always keep in mind you may need a spare at any time. Or a cheaper option to do a gig.
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yes, i actually already bought something so if I sold the 175, it would fund the new purchase. Originally Posted by Sigmund451
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That's good...
As long as the toys keep coming you win!
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While I love the sound of any of the great classic guitars. I’ve found I go for the feel of an instrument first and mostly!
And just like you Jack Z. I’ve tried just about every variation of hollow, semi, solid body guitar made out there.
I have ended up with guitars that just feel best,Carvin Fatboy,Kiesel Headless non term, and a Benedetto Bambino.
The Carvins while I don’t like 24 fret neck pickup displacement,just work best as all around instruments,at least for me.
Resale is horrible and got into them reasonably $$
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Keep the 175 no matter what else it works and you will be sorry. A PM Ibanez is not a Gibson 175 by any stretch of imagination. I say that as a player first and foremost and a PM is nothing special.
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With all due respect, Bullsh$t. It's about music, expressing what you have to say, touching something in a listener. Not which instrument is more expensive, collectable or aesthetically pleasing. An instrument is a tool, Jack used a tool and built something that works. End of story. Why is owning something so important to so many people?
Originally Posted by deacon Mark
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You are speaking for yourself and personally as much as music touches me and expresses things about may things, the guitar itself gives me energy and joy. I am drawn to holding it and working around the various ways a guitar plays. I could not make music with a piano or a trombone the way I do with a guitar. I personally have little attachment to solidbody guitars so I cannot play like I can with an L5. Each guitar I have brings out a different aspect of my playing in some ways. Originally Posted by MiniMerckx.22
The idea that the instrument is simply a tool to me has no depth, granted a tool but much more than that. Owning things certainly can be important to people however we leave with world with nothing so the religious in me says it is all Mammon. Nothing counts till we place our priorities where they are or should be. Jack is a fine player and could make any guitar probably sound really great. I just know of the years he always draws back to the 175 or possibly the Kessel. My thought for Jack is that if he does not need the funds keep the 175.
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And vice versa. Originally Posted by deacon Mark
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If you really like the 175 then keep it forever. Over all the years I've known you you've gone through so many of them and it's been so hard to find the ones you really like and you always come back to them. So if you like it keep it and you'll never have to go through that ordeal again.
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People always say Gibsons hold their money but every guitar has its value, so it’s relative. If you got a good deal on a used PM, you’ll get your money back. The loss equation only really comes in on purchasing a new model.
If you buy a new 175 for $4k and sell it for $3.2k, you’ve lost $800. If you buy a new PM for $1k and sell it for $700, you’ve only lost $300 so there are arguments both ways.
It’s like the Iphone. You can buy a Nikon Z6iii and lens for $3K but the camera that you will use the most and will inspire you the most, is the iphone because that’s the one you’ll pick up first. In this case, comfort wins.
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You sound good no matter what you play.
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If it really is a coin toss, put them both up for sale and keep the one that doesn't sell first
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