WHY I won't buy a NEW GIBSON.mp4

WHY I won't buy a NEW GIBSON.mp4

When it comes to vintage guitars, some people think of player grade as a bad thing, but my definition of player grade means that the guitar has been improved over time.
See and hear my 1965 SG, 1965 ES-335, as well as a few others from my vintage collection. I'll run down the "player grade" upgrades that have been done over time, decreasing the value but increasing the tone, playability, and affordability!
-Tim

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