backline Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Oh boy, that crazy Popeye music is runnin' through my brain (I yam what I yam). The other day whilst minding my own business kicking tires at a guitar store (Guitar Showcase, San Jose) I came upon a used (though mint) H-555 is all flame maple with ebony board and 5-piece neck, for about (I think) about half of what I'd seen them new at. Not only gorgeous, but had body resonance and played slicker'n snot on marble! Gold plated Schaller hardware too. Now, I'm not generally a 335 type guy, though I've had some examples, including an ES-347 that sounded pretty good with the coil splitters, but I failed to bond with it ultimately. This used H-555 is a cut above a LOT of guitars I've seen lately. I'm actually hoping it will be gone when I return to the store in a couple of days, because I just can't afford to feed my obsession right now. I've never denied myself a guitar, but I was also not retired (now I am). PLEASE guys, talk me out of destabilizing my whole financial underpinnings (or selling my wife's car) to score this H-555. I'm perfectly happy with my H-575 (almost). ;-)
SouthpawGuy Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Oh boy, that crazy Popeye music is runnin' through my brain (I yam what I yam). The other day whilst minding my own business kicking tires at a guitar store (Guitar Showcase, San Jose) I came upon a used (though mint) H-555 is all flame maple with ebony board and 5-piece neck, for about (I think) about half of what I'd seen them new at. Not only gorgeous, but had body resonance and played slicker'n snot on marble! Gold plated Schaller hardware too. Now, I'm not generally a 335 type guy, though I've had some examples, including an ES-347 that sounded pretty good with the coil splitters, but I failed to bond with it ultimately. This used H-555 is a cut above a LOT of guitars I've seen lately. I'm actually hoping it will be gone when I return to the store in a couple of days, because I just can't afford to feed my obsession right now. I've never denied myself a guitar, but I was also not retired (now I am). PLEASE guys, talk me out of destabilizing my whole financial underpinnings (or selling my wife's car) to score this H-555. I'm perfectly happy with my H-575 (almost). ;-) I think the correct term is " I got GAS". Welcome Brother ! I hope you make the right decision.
brentrocks Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 OMG....too funny!!! my friend tom and i used to laugh at that vid back in ....'82??? because the keyboard player SLAMMED the keyboard so hard....LMAO....good memories!!
Kuz Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Like an alcoholic to going to a bar and asking the owner if he should buy another round! Remember we are enablers here..... GO FOR IT!!!!
Paul P Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Just imagine how bad you'll feel if you let it go. You'll be kicking yourself for weeks !
backline Posted May 21, 2009 Author Posted May 21, 2009 Like an alcoholic to going to a bar and asking the owner if he should buy another round! Remember we are enablers here..... GO FOR IT!!!! Hi. I'm steve and I'm a gasoholic. I think that video cured me! I always wondered what Steve Vai did before he took up guitar. He's the lead male vocalist in that vid isn't he? LOL! That was from the era of "keyboards are the future of music, not guitars!" Youze guys ain't helping....
Rude Dog Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 I played that guitar a couple weeks ago. Very stiff, played like crap and sounded even worse! Kidding. Nice guitar and that price does seem very reasonable. That's the most flame I've ever seen on a neck in person.
Steiner Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Youze guys ain't helping.... Sure we are. You know you want it! Just one more...
Dick Seacup Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Actually, Animotion had guitar, and it figures pretty prominently in that song. At least as "up front" as the keyboard. The Simmons drums are what do it for me, though. HAHA. ObTopic: You must buy it.
brentrocks Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 just buy it....you will love it, hug it and call it George
High Flying Bird Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Hi. I'm steve and I'm a gasoholic. That's bullchit! It is a damn fine guitar and you will never regret buying it. God wanted you to find it. That's why you were there in the first place. Did I help?
backline Posted May 21, 2009 Author Posted May 21, 2009 ...God wanted you to find it... Oh goody, a mandate from God! My favorite thing! Ok, where's the money????????? God? Hullo? This thing on? (tap tap)....
SouthpawGuy Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Let me leave you with this image .... Enough said.
Thundersteel Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 If you don't buy it, you'll only regret it later. You'll be telling that story to your grandkids--"the one that got away."
High Flying Bird Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Ok, where's the money????????? Check the mattress.
Gitfiddler Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Backline~ OK, do everything I say and no one will get hurt! Pick up your phone. Dial Guitar Showcase Ask for Andy Reynolds Tell him you really want a Gibbon 355, (like the one they have for sale for almost $8k!) but with the current economic situation, you can only afford a Gibbon 'copy'. Ask Andy if he has anything that is similar to the Gibbon that is made in the USA. Before he answers, remind him of how bad things are once again and that you really want to do your part to stimulate the economy. If he pulls down this gitfiddle, simply act like you are hyperventilating...fall onto the floor and roll your eyeballs back into your head. A little drool will also help. Immediately after the paramedics remove the defibulator paddles and put your shirt back on...mutter these words..."Harry...Harry...Harry Tage..l.Heritage...Heritage" Andy will get the hint and immediately bring you the H555 of your dreams; make you a killer deal; put the 555 away on layaway for a small deposit...and you go home and take a nap. Do exactly what I said and your obsession will start to decrease. It may take a few months of regular installment payments to totally get rid of the obsession, but trust me, it will eventually subside.
SouthpawGuy Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 Backline~ OK, do everything I say and no one will get hurt! Pick up your phone. Dial Guitar Showcase Ask for Andy Reynolds Tell him you really want a Gibbon 355, (like the one they have for sale for almost $8k!) but with the current economic situation, you can only afford a Gibbon 'copy'. Ask Andy if he has anything that is similar to the Gibbon that is made in the USA. Before he answers, remind him of how bad things are once again and that you really want to do your part to stimulate the economy. If he pulls down this gitfiddle, simply act like you are hyperventilating...fall onto the floor and roll your eyeballs back into your head. A little drool will also help. Immediately after the paramedics remove the defibulator paddles and put your shirt back on...mutter these words..."Harry...Harry...Harry Tage..l.Heritage...Heritage" Andy will get the hint and immediately bring you the H555 of your dreams; make you a killer deal; put the 555 away on layaway for a small deposit...and you go home and take a nap. Do exactly what I said and your obsession will start to decrease. It may take a few months of regular installment payments to totally get rid of the obsession, but trust me, it will eventually subside. Sound advice.
Thundersteel Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 OMG....too funny!!! my friend tom and i used to laugh at that vid back in ....'82??? because the keyboard player SLAMMED the keyboard so hard....LMAO....good memories!! Astrid Plane was HOT back then. I heard rumors they were getting back together.
backline Posted May 21, 2009 Author Posted May 21, 2009 ...Ask for Andy Reynolds... I have bought stuff on Andy's recommendation many times over the years. He knows my M.O. pretty well! In fact he steered me to my first Heritage Eagle in 1998 when I was shopping for an ES-165. I've known Doug even longer, and of course Dan. I know most of the people at Guitar Showcase, and though have bought some stuff here in Santa Cruz on occasion, I generally go to Guitar Showcase first. I haven't managed to get back there for a couple of days. It doesn't matter anyways, I don't have the money. My wife still has her car though...
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