Is "Too Much Gear" a thing? 

My studio burned down in 2018. In addition to your insuring your gear, try to have offsite copies of your original music. My digital stuff was all backed up offsite, but 20 years of analog work was lost. I guarantee there was no Stairway To Heaven, but it was meaningful to me.

Hey Sammy. I used to be an insurance agent. Definitely talk to yours about this. It can be tricky since it’s in your home, but you use it for business. Plus, I don’t live in Canada, so it could be even trickier. I’m not sure. Talk to him though, because you could be in a lurch if you have a fire or flood.

My wife said “You can only play one guitar at a time” I told her she could only wear one pair of shoes at a time. It was at this moment…

I finally got to the point of not buying anymore gear. I can’t justify buying more. 14 guitars, 2 basses, 5 amps, drums and recording gear. Its enough for me. Whatever makes you happy is the right thing. There’s is no such thing as too much.

I like your gear philosophy. Get as much as you want, as long as it doesn't negatively impact your life. It's also just cool to hear the stories behind various pieces of gear.

I'd give it to you, Rob Scallon, Andrew Huang and a bunch more youtube musicians who hoard weird gear because 1) It's part of your job and 2) most of the items are unique. In fact, you guys inspire me to collect a whole lot of weird gear myself. If I ever get enough disposable income, I definetly would do that but not two of the same thing. It just doesn't sit right to me to own two of similar shoes or shirts that I don't use at the same time, or in this case, two of the same type of guitars or pedals. Right now, I have two guitars and I'm annoyed that I currently don't have a specific use for the second one so I just converted it to an octave mandolin thing in the mean time.

I want to know what the “white whale” is so badly. The worlds weirdest guitars is an awesome way do document the weird shit people come up with in an attempt to innovate and they’re probably some of the most interesting and thought provoking guitar documentation videos

I was a drummer before picking up guitar as a 24th birthday gift for myself (I was doing public health work in a small town in southern Africa, so teaching myself to play by lantern/flashlight was something I could do once it got dark), so my attitude towards gear stems from my drummer days and the issues having an excessive kit creates. I had friends in high school who had drumsets which literally took up whole rooms (or even multiple room) in their homes, and I still have flashbacks to the struggles of trying to fit my own equipment into my station wagon before a gig. I ended up creating a rule that defined "too much gear" as having anything on my drumset that wasn't used in 90% of my gigs (or a couple collectors things, like some drums I got while traeling, which I never played but were reminders of good times, or some signed drum heads and my first marching snare). That sort of carries over to guitar. I don't really gig; it's more stress relief, but if I can't remember the last time I used something, or it's been over a year, it's time to sell it to someone who might use it.

Saying that you can have too much gear is like saying you can have too much love in your heart.

If you can afford it, go for it. It can get very expensive, and addictive to need something new all the time. My philosophy, as a parent, husband and primary source of income is that I have to sell something to buy something. That way it keeps things fresh, scratches that itch, but doesn't take money away from more important things, like home repairs, etc. The other good thing is the guilt of blowing a few grand on an instrument isn't there.

I have one electric guitar, a fender telecaster, a marshall amp and I love the combo. I really don’t have a want of anymore guitars. Like there’s some guitars that are pretty cool but I really like that telecaster a lot!

For the acoustic guitar under $1500 question, my go to brand is Seagull. They are owned by Godin. Great Canadian made guitars that, imo, sound just as good as guitars that cost twice as much. Very affordable 😉👍

Im 16 and barely started learning guitar, but one day i would really love to have that much gear variation. It look so cool-

At 11:04 they way SammyG says 'that may change one day' is the most Canadian I have ever heard him 😂

For me, absolutely. I have too many guitars that aren’t being played and gathering dust. I need to sell them so someone else can play them.

Yes, but it is relative to time. So if you've played guitar for a year and have the same amount of gear as someone who has played for 30 years then you probably have to much gear generally speaking I think my point is that you should acquire gear rather than making shopping a second hobby. It's very easy to let an obsession with finding new gear turn into something artificial that overshadows your original interest in music. Let gear come to you over time.

Great video, Sammy; I find it extremely entertaining checking out other people's gear collections. Thanks, from Perth, Western Australia.

That was actually a fantastic video. thoroughly enjoyed

12:11 I just KNEW the turd fuzz was coming. A channel classic haha

Loved the tour ! Can't wait for you to get that 1 million button 😉

The wrap up was beautiful!

I think if you have more gear than you can reasonably keep up with (changing strings, proper storage, etc.) you're just hoarding and it's time to let some stuff go to somewhere it'll be appreciated more. I've owned damn near 20 guitars at this point, I always try to keep it down to a reasonable number and the extras either get sold or given to friends as gifts.

Great video! I loved the tour. I had a dumb moment where you were holding the MKH416 and said 'it's capturing my voice now' but I though wait a minute it's not plugged in and it's in your hand! my brain was like wtf? Even though I am an editor aha

I like to think practically about getting a new guitar, with one of the biggest factors in my head being "how often will I use this, do I already have a guitar that covers this base, is there something I like just as much or better for less?". So far I've got 2 electric guitars (both were under 300 USD and play really nice, Aria and Ural USSR), 1 Höfner violin bass, and a Jerry Jones sitaruitar (my personal favorite, cost me 1,400 USD and lots of working hours)

You're almost at a million subs Sammy G! Proud of you! I bought your rudimentary guitar course but I never practice so I've watched like 20 minutes in 2 years lol.

Respect man, I like the comment at the end, being humble is definatly something I feel deserves appreciation and respect. Keep on playing man

You got more money in that room that I will in my entire life

Really enjoyed this - and the fact that it's what you can do with the gear that matters most. I've played with some folks who definitely got into the gear collecting thing, but I never really had the income to do it myself so very much developed the same "what you can do with it" attitude. After playing (on and off) for almost 30 years I have 6 guitars. My trusty, played hundreds of gigs Ibanez Talman electric (with p90s), a Vantage Avenger from the 80s (which used to belong to Johnny Volume from the seminal NZ punk band, The Scavengers), an Epiphone SG (which is currently in pieces and has a green flame sparkle finish courtesy of a friend), an Ashton classical guitar and an Ashton D20 acoustic which I purchased for $10 and have been teaching myself how to fix it (remounting the bridge mostly). Finally I have my sisters Epiphone EBM-5 Bass guitar which she played when we were in a goth rock band in the early 00s. Still got my Vox Valvetronix amp, but haven't plugged it in in a very very long time. [Oh I also play drums and have various bits and pieces, but no longer have a full kit - just too much space and hard to find a place to play when you're renting]

I love the anticipation of getting something new in the mail. But now I think I’m just going to send myself random pedals for the next few months. I do remember that you gave away all the pedals from the world record attempt. Good on you

I simultaneously feel I have enough guitars for myself, but I always keep updated with what guitars are available just in case!

I had six guitars and I thought I was going mad but 43 guitars!! I... I couldn’t

Yeah it is IMO…when ever I look at my gear, I think, “man I should learn how to leverage what I have to be better.”

Man, that reverse flying V throw at 5:08 looked EPIC!!!!! hahahaha

Can I make a suggestion for an extra line in your merch store? Pink hat, pink jacket and star sunglasses. I’d buy those like a shot!

That Ibanez copy you don't play can definitely be repaired. Just hand it over to Ted Woodford.

Hey Sammy, have an idea for a video I'd like to see from you! A general guitar maintenance video! I know, basic, but as a guitarist, guitar teacher, and guitar employee im sure you have valuable knowledge on guitar upkeep. Like how often to change your strings and what strings to get, general setup, etc. I know I can pay my local guitar store to do it for me, but it would be cool to learn how to maintain my instrument myself!

“...get yourself a samuraijenny.” That got me laughing!

The most happiness a guitarist can buy are things that teach you 🤘🏻

I've had a time in my life where I've just bought so much stuff (and yes, it got me into a bit of financial trouble), and I can absolutely confirm there is "too much gear". It's when you don't use what you have, and it starts weighing you down. Also congratz for the the million plaque coming in.

Where can I find your music? Solo, band, etc.?

2:30 my brother, I live in a tiny ass house. My gear room is my living area

I LOVE that Butterscotch and black 52 reissue!!

Does the red sports jacket come with the shirt?

I like how your house could literally become a guitar shop

If you ever get a Kemper can you make profiles of the Samurai Dad amps?

Felt personally attacked at 2:25

What strat is that crazy painted one from the thumbnail? Anyone know? Is it just a custom paint job on a strat?

really cool video

As for the affordable acoustic guitars question, have you tried any Seagull guitars? I believe they're actually Canadian and made there, I have one that cost 650€ (probably even less in Canada since no import fees and all) and absolutely love it to bits in every way.

I use a few alternate tunings, so it would be nice to buy a couple more guitars just to keep in those tunings. I also play keyboards, and my Moog buying ways have cost me way more these last two years than buying guitars has.

What "heavy-duty humidifer" are you using? What do you like/dislike about it?

Right now I have a Epiphone ES-339 Pro, a Hofner Bass, and a couple acoustics. I'm dreaming of a PRS custom 24, a trini lopez (/DG signature), and a Warwick 5-string bass. After that any more I get would hopefully be when I'm big enough for promotion.

I never realized how many guitars you actually have! I always just thought it was the Tele, backpacking acoustic, and that one blue custom strat

do you own a fender player plus ? if yes, what's your review ?

Hey SHOWN US YOUR INTERSTELLAR ORBITER SETTINGS! I got one a few months ago and have it set like a mix of Talk box, wah, phaser and Univibe. I LOVE that thing. I am surprised you don't have to Data Corrupter or Rainbow Machine too😅

You and Trogly need to do a collab.

I hope u get one million soon

Home town hero! Love you dude! If i ever met you in passing. i''ll try to keep it cool....no promises lol

..My mouth was hanging during the Ibanez story...had to add that in. That's a holy grail for me..

D'addario still has a points program for their strings! Just look up Players circle daddario and you'll see it

I used to do insurance claims for a large Canadian insurer. Your home policy will not cover this because it's for your business. You can add special coverage for a home-based business.

Whats the broken white whale part? I have a lot of random parts from years at a shop, also i can probably make it with reference pics.

Man I want you IN the pawn shop so I can get My hands on some of that sweet gear. Hahaha .....also..... are the samuraidad amps are tube driven?

Please make the video of you eating the Martin d40!!

My dad also built amps tube amps to be specific and a guitar which was suppose to go to me when he passed on but my brother got it and he doesnt even play makes me rather sad to know it sits around potentially getting banged around luckily in my endeavors i can now repair just about anything on any guitar some thing better then others but if it comes my way the choice will need to be made anyways i understand your sentimentality towards those amps id be forever grateful for that ❤

Great video ... a treasure trove hidden in Winterpeg!

The more gear gear the better, Collecting guitars is best hobby in the world even if you cant play them all. 😅 Because those are great works of art and its great seeing them hanging on your wall. I love collecting Fenders, Ibanez, Gibson, Suhr, Charvel, PRS, ESP, Shecter, etc. and just thinking that Vai and Joe Bonamassa has more than 400 guitars, and Cheap Trick guitarist has over a thousand. Any of You're collection is still "Not that enough".😂

Yes, there can be too much gear. I haven’t bought an electric guitar for 30 years. The acoustic guitar that I love was purchased in 2005 and I haven’t wanted a different one since. Two basses, one ukulele, One Mandolin, 4 guitars, let me go check my amp situation.

I just traded all my crap guitars in for a deposit on a Jackson slx. And just the mere anticipation of getting it soon has precipitated the best improvement in my guitar playing in the last 20 years.. I am on it at the moment, like sonic the hedge hog on a gold ring.. And just I can't wait to get my hands on that lefty Jackson slx!!? But I will never trade in my ibanez sa 160 lefty, with the grey quilted maple, and the scalloped frets from the 11th up.. That one is absolutely perfect, and will never leave my side till I die!!

I have 2 acoustics and 2 electric. One of the acoustics someone gave me. The fact is I play my tele, even though I have a 65 strat and I play my larrivee. I can understand professional musicians and collectors having multiple guitars, but on some of the guitar groups l have noticed that you have people who just started playing guitar and already have 4-5 guitars. Can't play 4 chords, want to play lead. Can't do either, but if they ever do learn to play they have the equipment. lol.

Holy smokes when did you get so many subscribers???? I always remembered your channel around 500k subs.

Can us viewers get a Hockey Episode? Since you were a ref you know the rules and it would be fun! Also if it was like "10 things Hockey Refs hate" kinda thing. Would be awesome seeing you out on skates.

Hey,yo, this morning i got fired and I've spent this afternoon watching your clips I was f***** off with life you've made my day thanks mate

Hey Sammy G, I just got some daddarios- 10 regular sets, a 7 string regular set and a set of medium top, extra heavy bottoms. The corner of the box says "get rewarded. Details inside", so I think that the rewards program is going strong. A certain guitar of mine happens to be an Ibanez les paul ripoff from 2008. It's junk, but it was 20 bucks, so screw it

I literally have one guitar (acoustic) and it break Last week, its beyond repair since the wood is to cheap for that, I have to buy another but since I live in Brazil (weeeee) my earnings are below 300 dólars a mont, so no guitar for me for the forseen future, nice video tho, is good seeing someone living the dream

I have my dream guitar and thats all I need. Well I do love playing and trying other gear but thats what guitar center is for lol

sammy what you need my man is a good old rug. that carpet is drab and a rug and maybe some chairs would really liven it up

83 pedals - I'd love to see a video of you chaining all 83 together

I love gear, but it messes with me when things aren't getting played. I have a 96 Squire strat that was my first guitar. It's been painted and rewired a couple of times. I just don't love it and it isn't worth much, so it stays around. Maybe I'll replace the neck. hmmmm.

Gretsch made a Jim Dandy parlor guitar that, for me, has been really great

That law suit guitar would be worth a lot of money if you got the neck worked on.

I do not have a lot of gear as far as accessories/pedals go. I have a drum set a couple keyboards but I do have 171 guitars in my collection. I am always looking out for a good deal on guitar. Browse the net everyday looking for something to add.

Vintage is my jam. Despite being mostly a metalhead, I really want to find a Gibson archtop from the 1910s, because I think it would be great to have something that was actually built by Orville himself. I also really want an L5 from the Loyd Loar era. The two best guitar luthiers, imho. Although, I've heard that Antonio Stradivari actually made a lute, or a guitar, can't remember which. Otherwise, as far as electrics go, i guess I have three holy grails. The first is a 59 Les Paul. The second, a personal holy grail as an SG guy, is a 61 Les Paul. The last would a 56 Strat. I'm primarily a Gibson guy, but I love the Strat. Particularly the original Strat SSS layout. I mean, what use would a Gibson guy have for an HH Strat? I don't have any true vintage guitars, but I do have some 20 and 30 year old guitars. Being 33 myself, kind of makes them vintage to me, I guess.

Interesting tidbit, I'm watching the video 5 miles from where that Martin was made.

@12:12 Rhett's number 1 fuzz

Am I the only one who dreams of finding vintage gear at an antique or thrift store and making the ultimate score?

I have too many effects, not enough guitars, four perfect amps and mics, never enough cables, and never can find all of my picks. Just need a 12-string acoustic and it will be enough of everything. Effects…all unique in that they all do something different enough.

I'm pretty sure that room is worth more than my house. So close to 1 million!

Just so y’all know……D’Addario’s player points program is still going on. I love it

It looks like you have a classic case of the "giveaways."

I've always felt the best "equipment" is the one that you don't notice you are holding. Since i got my pre SE 24 i've not noticed my guitar, nor have window shopped for other guitars. Could do with a new amp though....

Hi Sammy the ibenez law suit guitar had the gibson open book headstock I have a few law suit guitars

The correct amount of guitars to own can be accurately expressed as the simple formula " n+1 " - Whereby 'n' is equal to the amount of guitars you currently own...

Not that you need more gear, but have you looked into the Mooer gtrs 800/801 guitar at all? They could be an entire guitar gadget/gimmick video on their own.

Sawtooth makes some nice telecasters for a good price

Sammy G gear videos are my lifeblood

Instruments are tools, after all. As long as they are serving a purpose then it's fine to have. I downsized and upgraded over the past couple years, so now I just have 2 6 string electrics, a right handed 6 string (I'm left handed and wanted to learn to play right handed), an 8 string, a 4 string bass, an acoustic guitar, and a classical guitar. I just have 1 combo amp and a bass practice amp, like 8 pedals or something, a couple microphones, etc. It feels good to just have what I need and not much more.

Sloan Kriwer is a cool name

It was very shocking to me when he said he hadn’t reached 1mil subscribers! He’s more unique and informative than a lot of big guitar channels!

You knew that case was your favorite.