Do you really need it? Why is it that you need it? Is this just for collection sake, buying just because you really like your Mya-Moe? Is there a real legitimate need, you haven't really told us that part.
Can you afford it? That doesn't mean - do you have enough space on the credit card, it means, can you actually afford it?
How often do you get the toys you want, versus her getting the toys she wants?
Answer those questions, either to us or to her, and you'll have your answer.
Yes, Plainsong. I need it. I need a new low G concert. I currently have my Koaloha strung with Low G, but prefer it with high G. I also need the wider nut width than the Koaloha has for the music I'm doing with the low G (Mya-Moe offers this). I've never fallen completelty in love with the tenor size. Although I use it often, it's not
me.
Does it have to be a Mya-Moe? Hmmm. I believe it does. The custom nut width is only one factor. That alone requires me to seek a builder rather than a manufacturer. My requirements for sound quality demand that I get something very well made and I have experience with Mya-Moe that tells me they will meet my needs. Because of my background in the piano tech field, I need the best intonation I can get. I know I'll hear about this but, no one can compare. Sorry, I like the K brands very much, LOVE my Koaloha forever, but none has the intonation I want.
Will I get all this from another custom builder? Probably.
Will I get it from Gordon and Char? Unquestionably. And, probably for less money.
Can I afford it? Yes.
Actually afford it? Sure.
Now, for the questions that make me cringe a little... I'm not a competitor by nature.
My toys include a 28 year old motorcycle and 3 ukuleles. That's it. My wants have been few.
Her toys? She has whatever she wants. But,that's always fine with me. GPS devices for her geocaching, digital sewing and quilting machines for her passions, a 10 year old motorcycle (not new, but still...)