On the Importance of a Sweet Finish
So, OK-- how important is the finish of your guitar for you?
I have to admit-- i have got a HUGE soft spot for burst finishes. My hear melts when I see one. Maybe it's because the first guitar i ever played was a borrowed Alvarez with a sweet burst finish, but I've always just loved that look. I have never owned a burst finish.
If I'm completely honest, I have to say that the one thing I know about my next guitar is that it'll have a burst finish. If Jesus himself comes down from heaven and hands me a mangificent-sounding guitar with a natural finish, I'll probably find a way to trade it or get it refinished. It's sad, but that's how strong the emotional reaction is.
So, now the discussion question: What role does the finish of the guitar play in your decision-making?
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