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l was thinking old funk, RnB style? So why does a Matt Freeman signature Squier bass have thumb rest under G string. He is predominantly a plectrum player.

I leave my right hand thumb shadowing my plucking fingers. My left hand thumb usually rests at the back of bass/guitar neck ,but sometimes aid to mute low E string... What I don't understand is why the thumb rest is at the bottom of the bass, under the G string. I suppose if one played Hendrix style, turning a righty guitar into a lefty, but why?

I bought a Jackson guitar from Lawrie, he added new string and a guitar magazine. All posted in timely manner, arrived safely. I'd buy with confidence again.

But at least she wears them, no?

I can't see becoming a collector by accident. I thinks it's more of an obsession. Obsession is controlled by mind which leads to psychology. In a positive manner as some instruments retain value, especially with a rising cost of material and manufacturing. You buy a new car and the moment you drive it away from the retailer you're losing money. ( I'm sure you know this, and don't mean to teach you how to suck eggs). But by a new Fodera ( I don't know anything about them but saw this make frequently popping up on BC) and you can still sell it. The same goes for an aged Fender? I presume that even with inflation rate your profit margin sky rocket. Is the psychology of collecting instruments an obsession? Yes, there that euphoric feeling when completing an online order or collecting in person. That unexplained excitement tracking the items movement by courier, unwrapping and even thinking what is the tune I will play first... Are you a particular artist fan, absolutely, I've got to get the new signature model. E.g. things may sometimes get difficult here, I grew up and still fan of Iron Maiden, but don't have Mr McBrains SIT drum kit. It would take up the whole room. Peer pressure, are you influenced by BC members, is there a competition of getting the better and more than others. This behaviour can be often observed in neighborhood. Sacha Baron Cohen demonstrates this in Borat movie, " this is my new neighbour......." Investment, or something you wanted as a youngster but now you are financially able to fulfil your dreams. I think , psychology behind collecting instruments is infinite , but what are the limits?

If you think the title is offensive, it can be easily changed to Confession of/to collecting instruments. There was no harm intended in the title, purely the reason of collection. Why buy an instrument if it sits collecting dust, or it's hard case collecting dust...

I recorded all the instruments, I just need to attempt to sing then hopefully done on time.

I noticed the word hoarding came up, well I can comfortably walk in my room between drums amos and guitars. As long as I don't have to walk sideways (unless of course you're wider from back to belly than side to side) but it's not hoarding.

I wouldn't, looks like an old slapper..

Actually @TimRand @Maude are making a point. Living proof, they say no picture never happened. and it's a four stroke!

Good investment. I recently bought a guitar in a mint condition, a 100 w marshal amp, another 30w amp, wah pedal, Leather guitar strap, tuner, guitar cable from someone that gave up playing. I only bought the bundle for the amp. If I sold the rest I would make profit and still have the amp. I agree that music instruments Vs new car, former is a winner, unless of course you have a collection of Ferraris

I think your idea of buying something from a profit you haven't even bought could lead to a bad credit score

100% agreed

Well, surely there are some experts here that have done. Wouldn't that lead to bankruptcy ?

Well, I've got a confession to make. I put two guitars up for sale and pre emptively bought a guitar from the profit I have yet to make.

Thanks Einstein 😉

So, instead of planning to sell stuff to downsize on unplayed instrumens I bought a guitar. I blame reverse psychology advocated by BC.

So I'm trying to clear out but at the same time bidding on a nice cream Squier Strat. Luckily, I forgot about the auction so it went to someone else.

Dear or alive JBJ

They do, and it all depends on the mood which one is played

Would be good 👍 to be a rich man

Hang on , I haven't mentioned my electric guitars and acoustics.

It's SH signature royal sparkly blue