How to Collect Jay Turser Guitars
Jay Turser has manufactured entry-level and mid-priced acoustic and electric guitars and basses since the late 1980s. Owned by American Music and Sound, the company fills the gap between low-quality instruments and those that are financially out of reach for the young or novice player.
While traditional guitar collectors can be snobbish about their collection of high-priced, rare instruments, collecting inexpensive models is just as fun and personally satisfying. The value-pricing and availability of Jay Turser guitars puts collecting within reach of folks with average budgets. Since Jay Turser guitars are not particularly rare, shop around to get the best price on similar models.
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Things You'll Need
- Computer with Internet access (optional)
- Inventory record (hard copy or spreadsheet software)
- Camera
- Case or bag for each guitar
- Climate-controlled storage room
- Guitar stands
Instructions
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Decide which Jay Turser guitars you want to collect. Because the company produces many models and guitar types, collectors can specialize in all-solid body electrics, semi-hollow electrics, acoustics or a mixed selection of favorites.
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Search for Jay Turser models on Internet auction sites, web and newspaper classifieds, pawn shops, guitar forums and music stores. Post "Wanted" classified ads and forum posts, too. Be wary of buying any instrument sight-unseen, and ask plenty of questions.
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Catalog your guitars by logging model names and serial numbers in a computer spreadsheet program or written inventory notebook. Taking digital pictures allows you to show off your collection to friends and other collectors. Inventory and photos also help to settle insurance claims if the collection is stolen or damaged.
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Store guitars in cases or padded guitar bags in a room away from extreme temperatures and humidity. If guitars are not played for long periods, loosen strings to help ease neck tension.
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Use sturdy guitar stands. Displaying guitars at shows, or for friends at home, is a fun way to show off and share your hobby. Inexpensive, but sturdy, guitar stands are necessary to prevent falls, and they provide easy viewing. You may wish to make small placards with guitar information; mount them to guitars by sticking them between the strings and neck.
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Start a guitar collecting club in your area. This is a great way to meet other collectors and trade information. Local libraries and civic halls often allow the use of rooms at low or no cost.
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Tips & Warnings
When purchasing guitars that will be shipped, ensure that the seller is experienced in packing and shipping musical instruments.
Use common sense and caution when purchasing anything from private parties over the Internet. PayPal and similar services are safer than direct credit card transactions, and sending checks and money orders.
