I don't make resolutions. Eventually they get broken. But I do have guidelines I tend to stick to, like not playing what I'm inclined to never buy, and not playing above 20% of my max budget. This has served me well, and these days 20% is a cool $1000. But last year I played a guitar that was $1200 over and it came home with me. It would be foolish to find the one and let some self made rule dictate my happiness. I also have learned many lessons over a lifetime. Moderation is one. Some will say $5000 is not moderation, some won't consider any guitar that is less.
Don't become a junkie. $5k is a fix that will last me three years at least.
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2007 Martin D 35 Custom
1970 Guild D 35
1965 Epiphone Texan
2011 Santa Cruz D P/W
Pono OP 30 D parlor
Pono OP12-30
Pono MT uke
Goldtone Paul Beard squareneck resophonic
Fluke tenor ukulele
Boatload of home rolled telecasters
"Shut up and play ur guitar" Frank Zappa
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