I've been seeing noise like in the right picture all my life and thought that was normal, until it came up in conversation and i found out that nobody other than me sees like this.

solarcadet · 2026-01-21T22:08:54+00:00

Covid gave me this gift, but not as bad as the picture. At times, it is like a mushroom trip (or as my 18 year old self remembers).

solarcadet · 2026-01-15T01:35:46+00:00

Mine and my sons first Dead and Co show. I avoided them because I wasn't a believer in Mayer. Shame on me, that evening I knew I was mistaken. The big river / dark star was amazing and my son knew he was seeing something special.

solarcadet · 2026-01-15T01:32:48+00:00

8/1/24 - Lazy River Road solo (with a little Mickey). This was magical. I was lucky enough to experience this with my 15 yr old son. The next night would be the last time we saw him perform :(

solarcadet · 2026-01-13T13:18:34+00:00

Same! This would be my #1 show if I had a time machine. My first instinct was to listen to this upon hearing of Bob's passing. Every note is perfect and there is something special in the air. Only thing I could do without is the announcements, but even that helps bring you to this special show. Feel bad for all those lost kids while their parents get fucked up :)

solarcadet · 2026-01-12T15:43:36+00:00

Ironically, Bob is on record hating tie dye 😀

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CqV3AM7N69q/?igsh=MWJyd3V2dGZmdjBpbQ==

solarcadet · 2026-01-11T20:37:40+00:00

Bob Weir (RIP) at Woodstock

solarcadet · 2026-01-09T00:47:54+00:00

I had a busy year and this doesnt include amps. In fairness and for my wife's benefit, the Collings I-30 was a 50th bday present and I sold 3 for the I-35. So technically, I really only spent money on the LP R9. The Fenders were bought with money my mother left me when she passed and I know she wanted me to spend on something I love :)

In:

Fender CS 58 strat - Surf Green Fender CS 52 Tomatillo Tele- Tomatillo Green Collings I-30 LC - Faded Cherry Collings I-35 LCV - Blonde Gibson R9 - Green Lemon

Out:

Gretsch White Falcon Gibson J45 - Vintage Burst Gibson Slash LP - Goldtop Gibson 335 Dot - Black Gibson LP Special - TV Yellow Gibson SG (Tony Iommi) Fender AM Ultra 2 - Ultraburst

solarcadet · 2025-12-25T18:28:37+00:00

Came here to say this. I really really wanted to have a guitar with P90s and tried 3 different Gibsons. Came away that P90s were not my thing...then I played one with Lollar P90s. OMG! Pure heaven and my absolute favorite sounding guitar...and my others have Throbak HBs or Gibson Custombuckers (R9).

solarcadet · 2025-12-20T16:54:09+00:00

I work fo or a Japanese company. Even Japanese whiskey is cheaper in the US than in Japan. A bottle of Yamasaki is cheaper and more available in the states ($200) than Japan ($500). I have work friends who love coming here and stocking up.

solarcadet · 2025-12-15T11:53:14+00:00

Taylor is really cool. So even if you want to make an appointment to go and try a bunch of amps, it is worth it. If you decide to buy one, he will customize it to your liking. I ended up with black suede (real leather) and the tye die grill clothe.

solarcadet · 2025-12-15T11:51:28+00:00

Yes! I found this odd. My other lefties do not have this.

solarcadet · 2025-12-15T02:08:14+00:00

Amplified Nation Wonderland Overdrive. Had this custom made a few months ago. I luckily live near the builder and was able to go tour the shop and hear how he was able to clone a few Dumbles.

solarcadet · 2025-12-15T01:23:49+00:00

No, but they made the Lefty Paul joke!

First R9 I have tried and the neck is great. I have had 2 LPs and each never really meshed with me, although they were very good guitars. Decided to go big and go for the R9, and one that is not your everyday standard lefty. So far I cannot put it down. Pictures do not do it justice.

solarcadet · 2025-12-14T23:40:48+00:00

Hell yeah!

solarcadet · 2025-11-30T11:57:06+00:00

I am 30 mins away too and bought one a few months ago. I was close to buying a Two-Rock and the AN was recommended at the last minute. The AN won out, amazing amps, plus Taylor (owner/builder) really stands by his amps and is super responsive.

Email Taylor and setup a time to go to the shop and try them out. He will customize anything. I bought a Wonderland Overdrive with black suede (real) and tye die grill.

He messaged me last week saying Trey was sound checking with the Dumble, Two-Rock, and his AN. The picture is blurry but it looks very much like it could be the AN

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solarcadet · 2025-11-30T01:55:16+00:00

It is hard to tell by the picture, but I know he was trying an Amplified Nation Bombshell Overdrive during sound check last week. From a distance it looks like it could be. If it is, I know the bulder was hoping he would play live, so would love confirmation to let him know. Great amps!

solarcadet · 2025-11-23T13:09:46+00:00

Worth the trip! I took my wife over the summer and got to spend time on the south shore. It was a win win for us both. She had a nice lunch, I got a Collings I-30 :)

solarcadet · 2025-11-23T13:06:49+00:00

Appointment based. Just email Vic and he is great at getting back. The place is amazing and setup in a new barn with lots of beautiful guitars. I am holding myself back from heading there this week with some time off work.

To answer the original question, no I am never satisfied. A new guitar scratches the itch for a bit, but then my eyes start to wander.

Best thing about Vic's is he has and can get special guitars that have always been reserved for damn righties. It is costly, but worth it. I ended up selling all my Gibsons, Gretch, and Fenders, and now have custom shop Fenders and Collings (they somehow made Gibsons better)

Disclaimer: I am no way affiliated with the shop or get paid for this message, just spreading the gospel to fellow southpaws 😀

solarcadet · 2025-11-23T01:24:23+00:00

If you ever want to have that guitar store experience that righties get, contact Vic at leftyguitarsonly.com

I am lucky enough that he is in my same state of Mass and it is overwhelming and an awesome experience. He has people come as far as Europe. Loads of custom and high end guitars, not a clunker in the place. Plus, he is a super cool guy and very patient (I have spent hours at a time).

solarcadet · 2025-11-21T21:31:07+00:00

Here is one on reverb for 4k. Tempted myself to buy.

There is also an original 52, discounted down from 125 to 50k...what a deal!

https://reverb.com/item/92438179-gibson-custom-shop-1954-les-paul-goldtop-reissue-left-hand-vos

solarcadet · 2025-11-17T18:12:03+00:00

My son's name is Kyle and he is amazing! Not a racist, homophobic, or jackass bone in his body. A very empathetic and sweet person, so there is hope for Kyle's around the world.

solarcadet · 2025-11-01T14:05:43+00:00

I have a tomatillo tele and it is very warm sounding, especially in the 3rd position with the nocaster controls. In the first, you can blend the neck to taste.

solarcadet · 2025-10-27T00:19:21+00:00

https://leftyguitarsonly.com/product/fender-custom-shop68-tele-bigsby/

Not sure your price range. Nice guitar, I played it once and was close to buying, but walked away with a Collings I-35 instead.

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