here is my friend Keith Medley playing a 27 string guitar that he built. . Beautiful and mind blowing. He was an engineer at Gibson in Nashville.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lo5mvTfYSQY&list=RDsKbrycmEGjU&index=2

Hey everyone 👋 On this Labor Day, we want to pause and recognize the hard work, dedication, and perseverance it takes to build something meaningful. That applies not only to us as a small family-owned company, but to you, our community, for being here and helping us shape Omni Guitars from the ground up. 💪 First off, I just want to say thank you! Omni Guitars is still here, alive and well, and that’s because of you, our founding members. This past year has been an amazing journey full of growth, lessons, and a few setbacks along the way. We’ve learned so much about what it takes to run a community-driven brand like this, and while we’ve made mistakes, we’re committed to making things better moving forward. 🙏 Here’s the truth: running a group and business like this costs real money. Shipping, product development, giveaways, keeping the lights on… it all adds up. If we could give away a free guitar or pedal every day, trust me, we would 🎸and have aspirations to make that happen. But the reality is if we did that, we’d go broke very quickly. That’s the tough balance we’ve been working to figure out. At the end of the day, we’re a small family-owned company doing this out of love for the guitar ❤️, not money. We’ve done our best to give out free or heavily discounted gear, like the free strings we send out even though they cost us every single month, because we believe in making music more accessible. But we also need to find a way to sustain this so it lasts for the long haul. Right now, we’re in a regrouping phase. We’ve got some exciting projects in the works 🚀, but they take time (and money 😅). One thing we’ve realized is that we need to do a better job of sharing our vision with you. Omni means “all” or “every,” and that’s the heart of this brand: to build something where everyone feels they belong and their voice matters. This community was never meant to just be about “what’s in it for me?” It’s about what we can do together to make a bigger impact. Our long-term vision is to launch a nonprofit to give guitars and lessons to military veterans, first responders, kids, and anyone battling mental health challenges. 💪 Music has the power to heal, break down walls, and carry people through dark times. That’s the bigger picture. 🌍✨

🎸 Welcome To The Omni Guitar Community! 🎸 I want to give a huge thanks to each and every one of you who has already joined this community! Our goal here is powerful and simple…Bring together 10,000+ passionate guitarists, gear heads, and musicians who are committed to pushing their skills, sharing insights, and supporting each other. Let’s make this the ultimate place to grow as guitarists, learn together, and fuel each other’s musical journeys! Think of this group as your dedicated guitar hub—whether you're upgrading your skills, sharing tips, or hunting for that perfect piece of gear that won't break the bank. Together, we’ll inspire and challenge each other to become better players and more connected musicians. Here’s what you’ll gain by being a part of this group: 🎶 Unlock expert techniques and gear advice 🔥 Discover new ways to improve your sound 🚀 Learn gear secrets for enhancing tone and performance 🎯 Find free and discounted gear deals just for members Here's What You'll Discover In This Group: - Master Guitar Techniques: From beginner to pro, we’re here to help you grow - Discover Pro Gear Hacks: Save money while enhancing your sound - Fuel Your Passion for Guitar: Make every practice session count! FEW THINGS TO NOTE: 1. Exclusive Content: Check the calendar tab for upcoming live sessions and exclusive workshops. 2. Introduce Yourself: Say hello below and let us how long you've been playing guitar, your favorite genre, and where you’re from! 3. Engage and Share: We encourage you to make posts about your progress, favorite gear, or any questions you have for the group. Let’s keep this fun, exciting, and all about lifting each other up! Are you ready to dive in? 👉 [START HERE] -Taylor

Does anyone dig into their guitars and add copper foil under the electronics to help with interference? Is it worth it? Are there downsides? Seems like a pretty inexpensive modification, but I’ve never done it….yet.

Does anyone else suffer from buying guitars when they are way underpriced? I know I have enough guitars, but it’s so hard to turn down a super deal. Please tell me I’m not alone. Lately I’ve made a promise to myself that for every guitar I buy, I have to sell one. My latest buy, an Ibanez Acoustic Electric on FB Marketplace for $50. In return I sold my prized Gretsch for $450.