Industry May 29, 2026
Jared James Nichols on Vintage Guitars and Authenticity
Obsessing over value, or how rare something is, are we forgetting what makes these instruments special in the first place?
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MusicRadar
Jared James Nichols expressed concern that the focus on value and rarity might be overshadowing the intrinsic qualities that make vintage instruments special. He suggested that the current vintage guitar market may have lost sight of the instruments' core appeal.
Nichols also shared his discomfort with playing vintage guitars that belong to others, implying a preference for instruments he has a personal connection with. Originally reported by MusicRadar.
Nichols also shared his discomfort with playing vintage guitars that belong to others, implying a preference for instruments he has a personal connection with. Originally reported by MusicRadar.