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John B and Sheena.....So what you're implying here is that in a few years we won't be talking about instruments but WILL be talking about lower back pain, corns, bunions and heel-spurs, and the latest medical advances concerning curvature of the spine?? :^>) Now THAT's a lifestyle I can do without ...

IMHO, Fender and Gibson are so far over the edge as to be closing in on nutso....there's a difference between a few nice pieces and ruby-red, battery-operated, sparkle-covered sneakers that light up with a brand name logo on them. :^>) John B, with all due respect, Fender was planning it out almost ...

This was supposed to have been part of my post. Again..just Ric-food for Ric-thought.

Bass-ically Yours,
Rich Briere
http://www.richbriere.com

John,

Hopefully you'll take the following as it's meant, straight from my heart. I was a Fender rep for more than a decade and every year of that time I came in #1 in clothing sales as well as attaining the "Top Gun" award for Fender. I've been an independent rep for years and worked for many ...

Has Rickenbacker ever offered any really cool jackets, shirts, etc.? The recent offerings aren't nearly as classy as the stuff they build. Any info or thoughts?

BAss-ically Yours,
Rich

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I knew I could count on you guys. :^>) Mark is certain that there were no temp changes but that the humidity thing is a possibility. His home was totalled in the floods that we had and about 40 guitars went through it.......not underwater, but one floor above the river roaring through his living ...

Hi Guys,

My friend and soon-to-be-member just brought in his McGuinn. Last time he opened the case it was fine. This time the guitar has a bunch of finish cracks that have appeared. Any clue as to what could have happened and, most importantly, who's the best "Mr. Fix It" for a situation like ...

I really shouldn't have looked at those pics. I REALLY shouldn't. I've now brought on a nasty case of severe intestinal distress that's not likely to go away anytime soon. :^<)

Bass-ically Yours,
Rich

Anyone have any experience with Hipshot's replacement bridge or their tuners?

BTW...this Forum is soooo much fun that I may have to quit my job and just hang here ALL day. Anyone bringing in bagels??

Bass-ically Yours,
Rich Briere
www.richbriere.com

John, you're a man with an illness . :^>) Take two aspirin and send me one of your 660's in the morning! Very enjoyable and your "torture" is appreciated.

Bass-ically Yours,
Rich

Thanks Paul,

While I'm,seemingly, the only individual left on the planet who would never buy anything on eBay, I will keep an eye on local dealers sites and if my Ric brothers would also keep me informed, I'd appreciate it. :^>)

Bass-ically Yours,
Rich Briere
http://www.richbriere.com

OK, just so I'm not confused, what we're looking at is a Tom Petty WITHOUT a signature--right? That fireglow piece is AWESOME. And you got it for $1095? With all due respect, how did you manage that? Is it a used piece? Anyone know the going street price and if they're still currently available? And ...

John...give yourself a raise! I'll scan the site and see if I can find a pic.

Bass-ically Yours,
Rich Briere

Greetings guys and gals,

I thought that I'd stop by and update you on my ongoing crisis. I continue to search for my dream 12 and although I like its particular body shape the least, it appears that the Petty is the only Ric 12 that I'll ever stand a chance of being able to play. The quest now ...

Well, thank you gents! :^>) Having been in the music business for several decades one picks up a few things along the trail. Ric's have been one of the "happy things" in the industry that I continue to celebrate. Just being in the same room with a Rickenbacker seems to have a calming effect and ...