How About An Ibanez Dealer Link?

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Author Message Guitartim Username: Guitartim Registered: 04-2001 Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2005 - 10:41 am:    Has consideration ever been made to add links on this already cool site to guitar retailers who specialize in Ibanez products? There are a few online Ibanez dealers who might be considered such as Freds Music, The Guitar Factory, Instrument Pro for starters. Also, some members may have dealers that they've had positive Ibanez buying experiences that they'd like to add. What do you guys think? Acetan Username: Acetan Registered: 09-2003 Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2005 - 11:58 am:    That's a good idea. May be we can help create a few stores in different parts of the country specialize in Ibanez guitars owned by people who are knowledgable in Ibanezes. Ace Funkle Username: Funkle Registered: 12-2001 Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2005 - 6:41 pm:    That sounds like a great idea. I know of some online sellers. Also, it would be nice if we could plug any local stores that have a good selection. The only good one I've found so far in the SF bay area is http://www.haight-ashbury-music.com/. They have a decent cross section of guitars, including the occasional PM or GB model. -Sven Guitartim Username: Guitartim Registered: 04-2001 Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2005 - 8:13 pm:    Funkle~ I didn't know Haight-Ashbury carried so much stuff. I've got to get over there and do a gitfiddle inspection. Sure wish their website had more information about their guitar inventory though. How are the deals there? Guitartim Username: Guitartim Registered: 04-2001 Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2005 - 9:37 pm:    Almost forgot...Speaking of positive Ibanez online buying experiences, these guys were fantastic! I highly recommend them. http://www.musiclandusa.com/ Johns Username: Johns Registered: 02-2001 Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2005 - 10:49 pm:    Guys: Tell me what you're thinking. Lespaul Username: Lespaul Registered: 10-2004 Posted on Friday, June 17, 2005 - 12:03 am:    FWIW: Over at the LPF, those guys are really positive about the shops that advertise on that site. I think MrRoadstar and Spiro should have some serious opinions on this one. Funkle Username: Funkle Registered: 12-2001 Posted on Friday, June 17, 2005 - 12:17 pm:    Tim, Are you in the Bay Area? Haight-Ashbury has a decent selection, not huge - a preferable alternative to guitar center. Not as many Artcores, but they do have a few SZs and other models that GC refuses to stock. And they keep a better watch on their stock, so you will not see any "new" guitars that are covered in dents and scratches lake at GC Gary Brawer usually has a handful of vintage Ibanez guitars. Last time I was there, they had an ES175 copy, a LP copy, a musician, maybe an AR, and a Maxxas. Guitartim Username: Guitartim Registered: 04-2001 Posted on Friday, June 17, 2005 - 12:48 pm:    Funkle~ Yep, I'm sittin' on the dock of the Bay as we speak...sort of! Thanks for the heads up about H-A Music. I'll definitely stop in. Funkle Username: Funkle Registered: 12-2001 Posted on Friday, June 17, 2005 - 1:26 pm:    Cool, we need to have an ICW bay area chapter event. Bigmike, jerryneves and pgray are also locals. Cool store, but you may walk out of H-A music smelling like incense and patchouli -Sven Guitartim Username: Guitartim Registered: 04-2001 Posted on Friday, June 17, 2005 - 2:17 pm:    Funkle~I'm working on getting together with Bigmike soon. He's got a new 'toy' I'm anxious to check out! I like the idea of a Bay Area Chapter ICW event. I can see it now... Outdoor Ibanez sponsored concert with gorgeous scantily-clad dancing girls and free food included! OK, it'll probably be limited to PB&J sandwiches and old-fart drooling guitarists in a garage with a sleeping dog in the corner! Funkle Username: Funkle Registered: 12-2001 Posted on Friday, June 17, 2005 - 4:33 pm:    I'll supply the dog I hope you like putbulls Psychoshredder Username: Psychoshredder Registered: 07-2004 Posted on Monday, June 20, 2005 - 2:48 am:    guys, I need help on finding an online store that carries used-guitar in states. I was looking for RG 770 FM, 565, and few others, but they only appear on ebay. I prefer to stay away from ebay for some reason. thank u, MP Funkle Username: Funkle Registered: 12-2001 Posted on Monday, June 20, 2005 - 11:18 am:    MP, I've found that most stores selling used guitars have a large markup. Maybe this is the price you pay for having the option to make returns. I think eBay is an ideal venue for buying used guitars. I have had very little trouble in my 5 years and 100 transactions. Just stick to sellers with higher feedback and you'll be very safe. Most experienced sellers go above and beyond, providing excellent customer service. -Sven Funkle Username: Funkle Registered: 12-2001 Posted on Monday, June 20, 2005 - 11:28 am:    JohnS, I would propose that ICW members provide information on local, or mail-order retailers that they have had good experiences with, and would recommend. Maybe we could have a links section with stores organized by locale. I have another one to add: B Street Music in San Meteo, CA http://www.bstmusic.com/ I just went there on Saturday for the first time. They have a very nice selection of guitars and amps, including a large Artcore section - they have most of the line. An OK solid body selection, but no SZs or ARs. I mentioned that SZs seemed to be selling well, and the salesman said "Hmm, I'll order a few!" This was a very refreshing change from the typical guitar center experience. -Sven Mr_roadstar Username: Mr_roadstar Registered: 06-2002 Posted on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 3:56 am:    Funkle, Let me know when and how many SZ models he actually gets. Also, what other brands do they carry? Steve Funkle Username: Funkle Registered: 12-2001 Posted on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 9:52 am:    Steve, I had limited time there, but from what I remember, they had Schecter, PRS, Fender, Parker and Brian Moore. They had lots of acoustics, including the Yamaha silent guitar. Several travel and Steinberger style guitars, which I am very interested in. Genz Benz amps, which I want to spend some time with. They also had a shiny new GB10 up high on the wall with my name written all over it! -Sven

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