Australian Members

[Gerry Nelson]

Do you even Carlton Music Swap Shop, bro?

I've only bought recording equipment from Carlton Music Swap Shop but I would trust the guys at The Acoustic Centre when it comes to acoustic guitars. They can also do a set up for you and get the thing as playable as possible, It's a nice place to just go and hang out.

 

[PapaRubbery]

I've only bought recording equipment from Carlton Music Swap Shop but I would trust the guys at The Acoustic Centre when it comes to acoustic guitars. They can also do a set up for you and get the thing as playable as possible, It's a nice place to just go and hang out.

Fair enough.

Dollar for dollar though, second hand is where it's at.

Picked up an '73 cherry red strat for the old man - sounds amazing - some minor cosmetic flaws (finish has worn away in some spots) - $1600.

Got given a '89 strat for my 21st. Would have sworn it was brand new. NFI on cost, but it wouldn't have been stupidly priced.

Bought my fiancee a Yamaha '71 FG-300 for xmas two years back. Holy **** balls, it makes such an amazing sound. Perfect nick, too. That was very reasonable - and would blow any new, similarly priced acoustic out the water.

 

[streetminimal]

I do a full polish run of my shoes every weekend...takes like 10 minutes. 5 pairs, 2 minutes each and they're good to go for the next week

 

[thebrownman]

Shoes look better now than when new, PoP.

 

[Stiva]



cross post from Perkal Bros shoes

I know you weren't entirely happy with the result, but the more I see those shoes the more I warm to them.

There is something old school, utilitarian and downright honest about them.

Would I feel the same if I didn't know they were Surrey Hills, medical supply bespoke? Maybe. Maybe not.

If you could get a slightly more elongated last and the right sort of punch pattern you'd be in business.

 

[Oli2012]

I like Squiers for beginner guitars, don't know enough about acoustics to advise on those though.

 

[labravajazz]



I think the Carminas are, at least, 1000 times better. Not exaggerating.

Just in case anyone woukd like to try a pair of Carminas like these I have a pair hardly worn at all size uk 10.5 they are gorgeous and sleek luxury vibe Chelseas but just a bit snugger than RMW. Also much more plush and soft suede. $250 asking price
Yes they are considerably better than RMW at least 2.5 times as good anyway....

 

[labravajazz]

If you are real literal beginner best thing is get a classical guitar - much better starter for most hands - a Yamaha is a safe choice for classical guitar start up

 

[thebrownman]

Two and a half? Nahhhh, at least a thousand..

 

[eightace]

Heads up:

http://www.robinsonsshoes.com/

is having a 15% off sale until Wednesday (Northern Ireland time obviously). Combined with no VAT and free worldwide shipping, not a bad deal. The code is Christmas15

 

[meister]

Surfing swans on the Gold Coast. Now I've seen it all!

 

[meister]



These ones are about 45° between the top and the side. Not a leg crosser unless I'm busting for the loo so luckily scratching the vamp hasn't been an issue for me.

I found an old photo from when the shoes were new, and thought it might be interesting to compare how they have aged after several years of wear:

Personally, like a good face I think shoes look better with a bit of character.

That is an amazing example of how shoes get better with TLC.

What is amazing is how the definition has been enhanced by the polishing and love so much so that they now have French style toecaps for instance.

 

[labravajazz]



Two and a half? Nahhhh, at least a thousand..

Well, yes maybe so, evenbetter better bargain from me then ..... With original bags and dishevelled box, posted in Australia.

 

[thebrownman]

Disheveled box? Usual Sunday morning for some in St. Kilda...

But seriously, the Carmina's are amazing. I know PinkSocks ordered a pair, not sure if his have arrived but man they look good!

 

[Dusty Brogues]

Welcome to another TV alert !
Sunday this weekend -
SBS 9.30pm - Living In The Material World - Directed by Scorcese - part 1, the George Harrison movie from last year. If you didn't get to the cinema to see it..

The quiet Beatle + The Auteur = essential viewing