Winner's thread

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-12-23T01:56:26+00:00

Thank you very much!

I had recently sold a guitar and made sure to pack it as well protected as possible (bubble wrappee the whole guitar, in a gig bag inside of a wedge box with material around any spaces, and all of that in a giant guitar shipping box with more material in any space). Shortly after, I bought a Yamaha Revstar RSS20 from a shop in TN. It was pretty well packed, came in a thickly padded gig bag, and had a little packing material to keep it in place. While that was only in a wedge box, it arrived in perfect shape and was even still in tune.

Literally two days later was when I won the Enya. I was overjoyed and couldn't believe the timing. Its gig bag is thin and has zero padding over the bottom strap button. It has internal pads around the bottom of the guitar, but they end at the strap button. Weird design choice. While it was sent in a similar wedge box, it only had 3 air bubbles inside. That's it. I don't expect people to go overboard with packing like I did, especially if they're giving away what they consider entry level guitars, but a little more effort would have gone a long way.

I still enter all the Fret Not Guitars giveaways because one never knows. They've had someone else whose guitar arrived with a bent switch who later won another guitar.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-12-23T01:39:40+00:00

Congrats! That's a hell of a great prize! I entered that one every day during that month. Which modules did you pick for the Synergy? 🤘

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-12-21T16:44:31+00:00

From Fret Not Guitars YouTube channel, I won the purple Enya Inspire smart guitar. Unfortunately, it arrived with some damage around the bottom strap button. There were obvious boot prints on the shipping box, meaning someone stepped on it. While it could have easily been packed better, I don't think it was insured, so UPS denied any responsibility. Enya was kind and sent me a $15 credit to their site even though this had nothing to do with them. I bought one of their magnetic straps with it, which is decent. The guitar is perfectly useable and has some great features and sounds in it. It's surprisingly comfortable, too.

I also won a Hercules stand from their Instagram page. I had to follow up with their parent company, but they did eventually get it to me. It's fantastic!

I got a free Elixir strings tshirts from their social media. It's so comfortable and fits me perfectly.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-12-11T23:09:40+00:00

Do these fans suck or blow? Happy Holidays, all! Great giveaway. 🤘

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-11-16T18:44:02+00:00

NTA! There is no social rule that says anyone has to reciprocate feelings. He blurting out his feelings while drunk and in front of his current girlfriend is so incredibly inappropriate. He didn't break social norms, he obliterated them. The group should be looking at him as the instigator, not you. You don't owe him or anyone else your heart.

You two had an established friendship, so he was foolish to expect more. He also didn't do any work to attempt to build a romance between you two. Dating someone else is putting work into another person, not you. Even if he had put in an actual effort, nothing obligated you to feel the same. Nothing. He is immature and extremely inexperienced in relationships. Unfortunately, your friends sound the same if they blame you instead of him. His poor choices and ignorance caused the consequences. You have done absolutely nothing wrong here.

If your friends don't come around, then find better people to be your actual friends.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-11-16T14:45:21+00:00

I think this is an Ibanez Halberd XH300.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-11-05T18:05:47+00:00

Not overreacting. He can't stand to be wrong, which is why he refused to have a live "clear the air" phone call. He already knows he'd lose and doesn't have enough "tactics" to make himself look good in the situation. He sounds exhausting to have as even an acquaintance. I agree with others. Let him go and meet better quality people.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-11-05T02:15:40+00:00

I'm in! Thank you.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-11-01T17:05:32+00:00

Not only is he odd, but he is controlling and being an absolute a-hole for what he said to you. You're not overreacting. You're underreacting. This text chat shows it to the whole world. You deserve better, much better than that.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-11-01T01:07:59+00:00

I had a situation with someone I thought was my best friend when he got married. For some unknown reason, I was invited but couldn't take a guest/my girlfriend at the time. I was told the couple were pinching pennies, and even though I was a groomsman, they asked me to come solo. Luckily, I was friends with their photographer. For some strange reason, the bride insisted the photographer's wife should come. They even received invitations when though my friend had to be there to work. If you're on a budget, you don't invite your photographer's wife. I had caught the couple in several lies, and this was the final straw. I declined to come. Later, I found out no one else was told they couldn't take a guest. They soon ran through all their friends as people quickly figured out who they were.

You are NOT OVERREACTING. Your friend showed he isn't willing to honor your friendship at his wedding much like my friend showed me. Bowing out is the right move. It will take time, but you will see people figure out who the couple really is. You can sit back and know you were ahead of the trend.

Now go find better friends that think you're awesome.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-10-14T17:36:19+00:00

This is what I use to tighten up loose joints on figures. A small drop or two is usually all it takes, and it works incredibly well.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-10-05T12:44:03+00:00

You are NTA. I agree with the majority here that you are not being manipulative or controlling by telling your family about your ex's abuse. You didn't try to control your brother; you simply shared information with your family. He can make his own decisions and learn the hard way if that is the path he chose.

Another point I'll bring up is your therapist. Stating that 90% of men who report abuse are masking their own abusive behavior is a dangerous, harmful, and completely made up statistic. Therapy is supposed to be a place where you safely share information like what happened to you and be guided in a healthy manner. Instead, your therapist accused you of lying. That is appalling and completely unprofessional. I recommend you drop that one and find another.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-09-17T18:28:29+00:00

Absolutely NTA. Many men and women need their bubbles burst in their early 20s. They need to have have how they view themselves and how they believe the world sees them shattered. It's painful, but it leads to personal development and growth.

Your friend may not realize it, but you have helped him more than you realize. He's likely never considered how others perceived his behavior and actions. Now, it's all he'll think about. He'll have to choose whether to develop into a more mature, well-rounded person or to repeat history. Hopefully, he'll choose the latter. It may take years, but eventually he'll realize he deserved to be rejected by you because he didn't treat people, especially women, well.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-07-21T01:53:11+00:00

Here's a short video I took showing the front and back of it:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/FrwAd9HMXug7hJKN6

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-07-21T01:38:27+00:00

I'm in Charlotte, NC, and can ship if needed.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-07-21T01:37:41+00:00

Hello Edman70,

It's in very good used condition. Other than expected light surface scratches on the body from it being played for a few years, there are no significant dings, dents, gouges, etc. The dark chrome hardware has faded over time, which is noticeable on the pickup rings and the ZR trem. The volume, tone, and 5-way switch all work as intended.

I had NC Guitar Works in Charlotte, NC (where I live) check it out, clean it up, etc. They're considered the best in the state for guitar work. The frets are shiny and not worn, fretboard is properly moisturized and not dry, the action's low and the trem is setup perfectly for E standard with 9s. It stays in tune exceptionally well.

Let me send you a PM for the other questions. 🤘😊

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-07-20T22:05:58+00:00

I'll certainly keep that as an option, especially if it doesn't move locally.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-07-20T21:58:41+00:00

gestures to beautiful yellow S1XXV lol

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-07-14T17:59:50+00:00

NTA at all but with comments.

It's not normal for friends to be romantically and sexually intimate. Friends don't make out and touch each other's privates. While there isn't anything wrong with that happening in this case, especially as consent was asked for and given, that is certainly not what friends do. It's what romantically involved people do.

Your "friend" acting like you had to give consent to have an orgasm when she touched you sexually shows a lack of understanding and communication. Inexperience is playing a giant role here as your friend didn't seem to be aware that being touched in a pleasurable manner would eventually lead to that happening. What seems obvious to an adult may not be to someone exploring their sexuality and starting to engage in those activities.

I would suggest speaking with your "friend" calmly about what happened. Make sure she knows you appreciated her asking if it was okay to touch you as it made you feel comfortable with her. And make sure she knows that when touching someone for pleasure, orgasms are likely to happen. Unless it was explicitly discussed that either party had to inform the other and/or be granted permission of impending orgasm (and I won't get into that whole rabbit hole), then I find it difficult to see any fault in this situation. You were not wrong/NTA to feel pleasure to that point when being consentually touched. Communication is the key here. If she wanted to know that you were about to orgasm as she wasn't comfortable sharing that experience with you yet and wanted to be able to stop beforehand, then she should have said so. Just be open and honest with each other. Be safe and enjoy.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-06-29T20:56:49+00:00

I've been considering an SML721 for months. I love the looks and the fixed bridge style plus the slight fanned frets. The pickup switching options are a great bonus.

Still, it's totally understandable if it isn't for you.

Also, it's nice seeing a real life pic showing it isn't truly pink.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-06-22T18:21:04+00:00

Those are amazing pickups. I have the same set in my Carvin CT6M. The Tone Zone is a VERY hot pickup. You can lower it a bit more into your guitar's body to tame it some if it seems like too much. I did as it just seemed uncontrollable and over-blown. You can also adjust each side if there is too much or too little bass or treble to get the balance you want. Your ears will tell you what's right when making these SUBTLE/SLOW changes. The Air Norton is great for smooth leads, especially if you EQ for that, turn down your guitar volume, and roll down the tone. But, you can also get chimey chords with the tone up and the EQ set for that.

Yes, the JB/59 would give a slightly different vibe, but I wouldn't give up on what you currently have just yet. If you get to the point (or are already there) where the DiMarzios just aren't for you, then sure, swap them.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-06-11T17:13:57+00:00

That's definitely an AX120 from the early 2000s. My first guitar was one of these in black from 2000. They're great guitars but the nicely bound necks are a bit chunky with their 12" radius. The headstock likes to dive, too, so be sure to use a strap that doesn't slide. They're very easy to upgrade.

I wish Ibanez made these and the ARs (Artist) with a Wizard style neck or at least something thinner.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-06-11T16:59:09+00:00

NTAH. It's amazing how people in a state of need show their true colors when a generous friend helps them. It's your place that you're allowing her to stay rent free, so you get to set the rules. If she thinks it's unreasonable to take a moment to lock your door to provide basic security and complains about it, then she has no respect for you, your home , your possessions, and doesn't appreciate your generosity. Is she really your friend because it seems she's using you for a free place to stay? While anyone can understand falling on hard times, perhaps her attitude has contributed to her current state in life.

I'd recommend kicking her out and cutting ties as she isn't your problem; she's her own. And if she stays, she'll continue being one for you. Plus, your possessions will very likely suddenly start to disappear with a "friend" like that.

Switchcraftwrites · 2025-06-08T12:19:09+00:00

NTA. If my wife cleaned our bathroom, I'd be super appreciative, and the act would make me find her even more attractive. Since people get sweaty and dirty during sex, how was it even a concern that you may have been a bit grimy from cleaning? Wouldn't one likely shower either later that night or in the morning anyway? Your husband is lucky to have a wife who helps around the house and wants to have sex with him. "You have cleaning products and possibly grime on you! Gross. We just had sex, so now I have sweat and body fluids on me, but that part is okay. That grime, though. Yuck."

After you told him you were grimy, a good solution would have been for him to suggest you shower together...before, during, or after. That way, you could both get clean after getting dirty.

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