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Originally Posted by Fred Archtop
The pleasure is all mine. The problem with learning new stuff is it’s impact on my brain. When I practiced this morning, I tried playing my core stuff and my brain was shot. I couldn’t piece together very many songs, especially in the drop D. I was down about that all day.
So for my evening practice, I just slowed it all down and EVERYTHING came back to me.
I appreciate your beautiful words Fred.
Thank you my friend!
JD
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09-07-2020 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by pilotony
Tony, seriously, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your comments. All the time, you say such wonderful things. I am honored that they are about me. This guitar makes it easy to perform, more so than any of the others I’ve had. I am glad I have it.
When that day comes when I just can’t do it at this level anymore, I will always know I had the best available guitar.. Honestly, This one should have been in the hands of a total master.
It took me a long time in life to develop a real appreciation for this music to the point where I try to play it. I wish I would have done it sooner, when these guys were still with us. But, if what I do keeps their music alive just a little bit longer then that’s ok. I did something good.
Thank you Tony.
And thank you everyone for making this experience a wonderful one for me.
Joe D
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nice Joe D...gotta re-calibrate the brain!! step back to move forward..very boxeo
cheers
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Originally Posted by Max405
It is always a pleasure to hear you play. Keep at it. Best of everything to you and your family.
Thanks again.
Tony D.
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ugh tony sorry to hear about the mustang!
stay good
cheers
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Originally Posted by neatomic
We're all fine and I am deciding on whether to get another Mustang GT (six speed manual) or whether I should I buy a car more age appropriate for a 72 year old!
Tony D.
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Tony, Appropriate for a 72 year old?
I say whatever you ALWAYS wanted. You deserve it buddy.
JD
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Originally Posted by pilotony
I have one car , a seven year old BMW, believe me if I could afford one i'd have an Aston Martin, ...well I have driven one ! Never too old for
a hot car, ( or a nice guitar ) Post some pics of your new Mustang , so that we can drool .
Best, Silverfoxx
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Originally Posted by silverfoxx
One of the movie cars toured the US back when I was a kid, and it came to a town near my home. My dad took me to see it, and I actually SAT IN THE EJECTOR SEAT of one of the copies that was used in Goldfinger!
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Originally Posted by silverfoxx
Tony D.
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Originally Posted by Max405
Thanks,
Tony
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Originally Posted by lawson-stone
Tony D.
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hah tony, thought of that volvo right away too!!..i still see them around very occasionally and they always stir...tho classic 60's jag xke is still my grail! haha
cheers
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Just so you guys know, my friend Bernie bought a 2006 DB9 about 3 years ago. He paid $36,000 for it, 35,000 miles, pretty much mint condition.
About a year later, he took it into the shop for a tuneup, new clutch and new tires and to get some delamination fixed on the dash and the hat shelf.
They called him to go over the invoice BEFORE they did the work.
The price for the service?? $24,000.
Yes, $24,000 dollars.
He ended getting only what the car absolutely needed and it came to $18,000.
I had to drive him to the dealership and Pick him up when his car was ready. The price did not include a loaner car.
That DASHED any remaining desire for me to ever own an Aston Martin.
I still drool over the the new DB11's, Vantage and Volante's. They are the sexiest cars in the world. Maybe in another lifetime for me...
JD
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Originally Posted by lawson-stone
quite amusing seeing it become a speck in the rear view mirror when the Aston pulled away.
The downside as Joe has said is servicing and upkeep , beyond the average wallet.
My younger son has a nice Mercedes E300 AMG Convertible (petrol) in black , 155mph, considerably less $$ than an Aston, If he
considers passing it down to his impoverished father, i won't decline LOL
Silverfoxx
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Originally Posted by neatomic
In 1980 I bought a Volvo GT. Which was a two door sedan with a four cylinder engine, Bosch Jetronic fuel injection and four speed manual with electric overdrive.
Easy to work on and very reliable. Only problem, silver paint. All the GT models were painted silver. After a few years the paint was worn to the point of seeming as if the car had eczema.
We also had 1990 Volvo 240 that was essentially bullet proof. We kept it for 16 years.
Happy Landings,
Tony
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Geez, this be some of the worst thread drift ever. The Volvo 1800 might be a bargain if you maintain it, as you can get a fair number of miles on it:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/art...66-volvo-1800s
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Back to Joe's playing. Ain't nothin' better. Especially on my lovely L5 WM. So glad you're loving the beauty, Joe. She deserves you and you deserve it.
For all of you who have ever parted with a guitar that meant the world to you- there is nothing better than hearing Joe caress endless joy and love out of something that was part of your soul. Makes the world bearable.
Love ya, Joe.
Dan
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I’m sorry, I just saw this.
That was really nice of you Dan.
Yeah, I understand how you can love this guitar. No other guitar I’ve ever had plays better than this guitar. Some guitars get under your skin and become more than just an instrument to you. This one did it to me.
I hope you are loving your Trenier. The one you got is a world class guitar.
Thanks again for your really nice post Dan.
Joe D
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