That, and the mostly true perception that that 'don't make em like they used to' drives most amatuers and pros alike to older equipment. I can buy an american m

That, and the mostly true perception that that 'don't make em like they used to' drives most amatuers and pros alike to older equipment. I can buy an american made guitar and tube amp from the late 60s for under 500$ that blows away anything under 3k made today, not to mention having already depreciated and will be worth what I paid for it when I sell. Cars are similar, and even cash for clunkers did not help.