A bunch of stuff that we have seen in other auctions is in the new Julien's auction.
The one item I want the most is Mark Reale's Les Paul.
The one item I want the most is Mark Reale's Les Paul.
Julien's Auction
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Somebody is bidding $3,000.00 for an NFT of Julien Lennon's 3/4 size LP Jr.
I wonder if they realize they don't actually get the guitar.
I wonder if they realize they don't actually get the guitar.
Dusty's four-digit Cruisebass is back! Sold prior for $4,550 whereas John McVie's similar but production Cruisebass sold for $25,600. What?
Dusty's
McVie's
ETA: Dusty's Cruisebass was the one thing I've ever seen that drove me to actually sign up for Juliens. I got all signed up and ready to bid, then read the fine print about Buyer's Premium and Shipping Charges and never gave it another thought. Would love to have that bass, not so much because of the provenance (did Dusty ever really play it? Doesn't look like it), but because it's a four-digit Cruisebass!
Dusty's
McVie's
ETA: Dusty's Cruisebass was the one thing I've ever seen that drove me to actually sign up for Juliens. I got all signed up and ready to bid, then read the fine print about Buyer's Premium and Shipping Charges and never gave it another thought. Would love to have that bass, not so much because of the provenance (did Dusty ever really play it? Doesn't look like it), but because it's a four-digit Cruisebass!
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ARM OF HAMER
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Yeah, Yoko did not understand that a jam band needs to do at least ten minutes per song or the fans stay away.
I don't think the items in the search results specialk posted are back. Those are items from completed auctions. But I wonder what happened to KK Downing's Virt, which apparently went unsold.Dusty's four-digit Cruisebass is back! Sold prior for $4,550 whereas John McVie's similar but production Cruisebass sold for $25,600. What?
Dusty's
McVie's
ETA: Dusty's Cruisebass was the one thing I've ever seen that drove me to actually sign up for Juliens. I got all signed up and ready to bid, then read the fine print about Buyer's Premium and Shipping Charges and never gave it another thought. Would love to have that bass, not so much because of the provenance (did Dusty ever really play it? Doesn't look like it), but because it's a four-digit Cruisebass!
Ah, that's what I get for scanning the thread and URL target in the middle of first-day-of-the-month reconciliations!
My original surprise stands though. I see the lower-priced bass as the far more desirable.
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Wordupperman
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The clarification regarding Hamer guitars being priced higher than competitors like Fender and Gibson is well-supported by the search results. Here’s a concise summary of the key points:
Pricing Context for Hamer Guitars
Higher Initial Pricing: Hamer guitars were often priced higher than many of their competitors, including Fender and Gibson, particularly in the context of the late 1970s and early 1980s. For example, while a used Hamer could cost at least $1,000 less than a Gibson Custom Shop model, it was still positioned above many standard offerings from competitors
Quality and Craftsmanship: Hamer was known for its high-quality craftsmanship, which justified its pricing. The brand was considered a boutique manufacturer, focusing on custom builds that catered to professional musicians
This emphasis on quality contributed to their higher price point compared to mass-produced models from larger manufacturers.Market Positioning: Hamer marketed itself as a premium brand, likening its status to that of a Ferrari in the guitar industry, contrasting with the more mass-market approach of companies like Gibson and Fender
This positioning reinforced the perception that Hamer guitars were not just affordable alternatives but rather high-end instruments with unique features.
Conclusion
In summary, Hamer guitars were consistently priced higher than many standard models from Fender and Gibson, reflecting their commitment to quality and craftsmanship. This distinction is important for understanding Hamer's place in the market as a premium brand rather than merely an alternative to vintage instruments.
Pricing Context for Hamer Guitars
Higher Initial Pricing: Hamer guitars were often priced higher than many of their competitors, including Fender and Gibson, particularly in the context of the late 1970s and early 1980s. For example, while a used Hamer could cost at least $1,000 less than a Gibson Custom Shop model, it was still positioned above many standard offerings from competitors
Quality and Craftsmanship: Hamer was known for its high-quality craftsmanship, which justified its pricing. The brand was considered a boutique manufacturer, focusing on custom builds that catered to professional musicians
This emphasis on quality contributed to their higher price point compared to mass-produced models from larger manufacturers.Market Positioning: Hamer marketed itself as a premium brand, likening its status to that of a Ferrari in the guitar industry, contrasting with the more mass-market approach of companies like Gibson and Fender
This positioning reinforced the perception that Hamer guitars were not just affordable alternatives but rather high-end instruments with unique features.
Conclusion
In summary, Hamer guitars were consistently priced higher than many standard models from Fender and Gibson, reflecting their commitment to quality and craftsmanship. This distinction is important for understanding Hamer's place in the market as a premium brand rather than merely an alternative to vintage instruments.