I should not have played this guitar today...

[SoCaliJ]

I went to GC today, trying to bond with a F US model guitar, and it was not happening, at all. Before I left GC, I had a thought and went for it.

I pulled a new US Silver Sky in Venetian blue with rosewood board from the wall hanger, sat down and played.

It was a religious experience...

I posted the following statement on a different guitar forum, and I share it here because it says it all:

"The last guitar I played at GC today was a masterpiece. Playability for me was off-the-charts great, and both the fit and finish was exemplary...as it should be for it's price tag. But it was it's playability, how it fit me and my style, that grabbed me, shook me and screamed "I am the musical extension of your soul." I kid you not, I've not had this drastic of a feeling of connection with a guitar before, and if I was to buy one it would HAVE to be the one I played at GC today. It was an amazing, intoxicating feeling."

I'm at a loss about what to do. I could swing it, but it's not a sensible thing to do and my wife may not be too thrilled (but would accept it). I am not a musician, nor do I plan to be. I'm just a dude who likes to play guitar. Honestly, I don't feel worthy enough.

I should have not played that Silver Sky today.

Regards,

J

 

[TheCraftsman]

I can only quote a portion of a post from @Greywolf here;

“
Some instruments , regardless of cost or materials just have a unique set of properties that make you want to play them more , and reward your soul with the results.

When you find one .. no matter what it looks like or what the cost .. buy it .”

 

[Brad Lawson]

When you bond with one that quick, you better buy it. It will haunt you a long time if you let it get away. Trust me, I know firsthand.

 

[andy474x]

I went to GC today, trying to bond with a F US model guitar, and it was not happening, at all. Before I left GC, I had a thought and went for it.

I pulled a new US Silver Sky in Venetian blue with rosewood board from the wall hanger, sat down and played.

It was a religious experience...

I posted the following statement on a different guitar forum, and I share it here because it says it all:

"The last guitar I played at GC today was a masterpiece. Playability for me was off-the-charts great, and both the fit and finish was exemplary...as it should be for it's price tag. But it was it's playability, how it fit me and my style, that grabbed me, shook me and screamed "I am the musical extension of your soul." I kid you not, I've not had this drastic of a feeling of connection with a guitar before, and if I was to buy one it would HAVE to be the one I played at GC today. It was an amazing, intoxicating feeling."

I'm at a loss about what to do. I could swing it, but it's not a sensible thing to do and my wife may not be too thrilled (but would accept it). I am not a musician, nor do I plan to be. I'm just a dude who likes to play guitar. Honestly, I don't feel worthy enough.

I should have not played that Silver Sky today.

Regards,

J

I had 100% the exact same experience when I looked for an S-type guitar a few years back. I ran the racks of the F brand at a dealer that gets ton of stock, and there was only one that I found exemplary. Previously I had tried a SS and was so-so on it, but trying again absolutely loved it and it was everything the F guitars were lacking. Have been very happy with my SS ever since.

 

[dmatthews]

Love my 2018 Silver Sky!
You KNOW what to do!

 

[AP515]

Matthew 13:46 "Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it."

Seriously, when it is right, sell the one you have now, and go buy it.

 

[bodia]

Do it!

 

[RickP]

I’d say that, if you were considering buying the F type, you’re not financially that far from keeping yourself from getting F-ed by purchasing the Silver Sky instead.

I’m not one to advocate silly financial decisions (though I’ve made a few), but it’s been my experience that there is normally a sensible way to get things you need or just desire strongly, though it can involve some outside the box thinking or extra effort.

I’m saving for a kitchen remodel instead of getting a loan, as I’m debt free and want to remain that way. Not the time frame I’d like, but it’ll get me there. Sort of like that.

 

[RC Mike]

Buy it! What’s the worst that can happen?

 

[dogrocketp]

Buy…………………..bye,bye……..

 

[jlf599]

I had 100% the exact same experience when I looked for an S-type guitar a few years back. I ran the racks of the F brand at a dealer that gets ton of stock, and there was only one that I found exemplary. Previously I had tried a SS and was so-so on it, but trying again absolutely loved it and it was everything the F guitars were lacking. Have been very happy with my SS ever since.

I've always liked the idea of Strats and have owned at least 7 or 8 (via trades, usually) and none of them ever stuck around. I kept thinking I just hadn't found the right one.

A buddy bought a Silver Sky and brought it over and I tried it and really like it but it wasn't magical to me. I ended up with a Lunar Ice when they were first released thinking it would be cool to have. I played it and wasn't blown away so I sold it and made a little money on it.

About a year later, I had someone offer one in a trade and I played it and it was MAGICAL. Something about that particular one grabbed me.

So, based on that, if you find a guitar like that that just SPEAKS to you, do it if it's within your means. If you ever find you want to sell it, wait. Restring it. Set it up again. Even set it down for awhile if you must...but losing out on or selling off a guitar that you've really bonded with is such a mistake. I wish I weren't speaking from experience.

 

[nussbajh]

Buy it!

 

[watelessness]

yeah, you need to acquire that tool!

that's great you found "the one". i played many SS when they first came out and there did not seem to be any consistancy to their feel - it was like hunting for a good gibs0n. they also didnt compare to the custom shop strats i had.

i've a had similar experience with strats and probably about the same number coming and going, mostly because i'm just not much of a single-coil player. i've even had a least three old-school swamp ash specials over the years and despite loving their versatiltiy i always moved them. however, the NF53 has been really getting the job done for me this past year.

go get that guitar!

 

[FatFingerBlues]

I recently did this with an Amp
It haunted me for about a week before I caved
I am so weak!

 

[dogrocketp]

You’re not weak, Fat Finger, you’re smart. It took me about 30 seconds to buy my last two amps. One chord and I knew.

 

[aamefford]

This is why I’ll never go to Danville again. Danville Music is there. They have 594 HB II’s there. It’s not a Strat, but same story. Someday…

Edit to OP - Maybe wait a few days, then go back and play it with the intention of buying it if:
1) It’s still there. If not, problem solved.
2) It’s still that good. If not, problem solved.

If it ends up being door #3 and you bring it home, maybe sell something you are less excited about to make peace at home?

 

[Prina]

I don't feel worthy enough.

Encouraging you to be worthy and get out and play is worth the price of admission. Enjoy!

 

[Cyberi4n]

Buy it! Without doubt. That connection you felt, doesn’t happen often. When it does you need to jump on it. Appreciate it’s easy for a bunch of internet dudes to say it, but if that’s how it makes you feel…..

 

[DISTORT6]

Hope it’s not too late…

 

[gush]

Buy it! What’s the worst that can happen?

Aaaahhhh........planning on a 2nd one!