UU going down reminded me that we sometimes take things for granted. Maybe unappreciated is more appropriate.
My old Gianinni baritone is like that. I bought it used right here from "Teek" a longtime member that we don't hear much from anymore. She got involved with guitars, I believe. It was about three years ago and I did not own a baritone back then. I knew Gianinni were inexpensive as the used ones were usually made in the 70s, so I was interested in buying one. Teek had one and she sold it to me for $100 plus shipping. She said it was really beat up, battered and bruised. But the neck was straight, the instrument was solid and sound and it played well and sounded great.
I have held onto this baritone because..........I am not 100% sure why!!!. I have owned and still own some high end expensive baritones but the old Gianinni has a great sound, especially for strumming and singing. Although it is mahogany it is not muddy at all when strummed, it has a marvelous voice.
This instrument has all the characteristics of a "beater" and I still enjoy it. I enjoy playing it, I enjoy listening to it, I enjoy the fact that it makes music after almost 50 years of existence. Below are pictures of its rough condition. Kind of endearing really.
What have you got that is battered and bruised but loved just the same
My old Gianinni baritone is like that. I bought it used right here from "Teek" a longtime member that we don't hear much from anymore. She got involved with guitars, I believe. It was about three years ago and I did not own a baritone back then. I knew Gianinni were inexpensive as the used ones were usually made in the 70s, so I was interested in buying one. Teek had one and she sold it to me for $100 plus shipping. She said it was really beat up, battered and bruised. But the neck was straight, the instrument was solid and sound and it played well and sounded great.
I have held onto this baritone because..........I am not 100% sure why!!!. I have owned and still own some high end expensive baritones but the old Gianinni has a great sound, especially for strumming and singing. Although it is mahogany it is not muddy at all when strummed, it has a marvelous voice.
This instrument has all the characteristics of a "beater" and I still enjoy it. I enjoy playing it, I enjoy listening to it, I enjoy the fact that it makes music after almost 50 years of existence. Below are pictures of its rough condition. Kind of endearing really.
What have you got that is battered and bruised but loved just the same
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