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Originally Posted by Jakedog

Actually, there is huge vintage acoustic market, and there have been many construction and design evolutions. There have also been certain woods that are no longer available, or available now in only very short supply. There are just as many factors that figure into the acoustic vintage market as figure into the electric side. There are even the same ol' nitro vs. poly vs. UV cured, etc. finish arguments. Just like electrics, vaules are effected by things like repairs, mods, re-finish jobs, whether or not a piece has it's original case, the list goes on.

Most people who aren't into acoustics as their main instruments though, are unaware of it.

As for why there are no relics, well, there are plenty, but they're all real, and not artificial. I'm not sure why acoustic players/collectors aren't into the relic thing. I never really gave it any thought. I have a pile of acoustic guitars, and do 90% of my gigging and recording with acoustics, but the thought of having a relic never crossed my mind. I don't have any issues with relics, I just never thought about it. The only aging/wear on my guitars is 100% el naturale.


Jake

Thanks Jake. Now I've been sussed and I'll actually have to start knowing what I'm talking about before posting.

I'll read up on that cos it's not something I've come across and it sounds interesting and it would be nice to be able to see where the "tone" arguments of these woods and finishes matches between acoustics and electrics.