Re: pedal steels

[Optimus Rob <rasimon@indiana.edu>]

Just called MF to inquire, and yes "prices can change without notice."  Upon asking if that's triggered by web traffic, he "wasn't really sure, but prices do tend to go up and down."  

To me, that seems a lot like a clothing store employee waiting for the customer to try on a pair of pants and then increasing the price once they show interest.  

If this is in fact true, it's something of which everyone needs to be aware.  I'm staying clear of those dirty dogs until I hear otherwise.  
Get Optimized,
Rob

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On Jul 9, 2004, at 7:45 PM, Optimus Rob wrote:

You're right -- that is odd -- two hours ago, when I checked, it was $59.99. I just checked again and like Mark said, it's $99.99.

I wonder if someone from MF isn't on our list, noticed some interest being generated and upped the price. Or do they monitor their web traffic so well that a certain number of hits within a specific period of time constitutes a price jump?

Might be a bit paranoid -- could just be end of the week price hikes for weekend shopping? Either way, that's strange. Almost bought one for $59 for fun, but $100 is a bit more of an investment. I don't know, after reading about everyone's ordeal with MF regarding their EDP's, especially in addition to this odd price hike, I might just stay clear of Musicians Friend.
Get Optimized,
Rob
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Warm blends of downtempo beats that will soothe your your mind...
"an original score to the tragedy of American idealism"
http://www.optimusrob.com
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On Jul 9, 2004, at 7:05 PM, msottilaro wrote:

Why do I see it as $99?

Mark

On Jul 9, 2004, at 2:37 PM, Don Makoviney wrote:

I have one too. They get good reviews even in the pro players forums. A lot of pros use them as backup lap steels

 

They are $59 now at Musicians Friend. What a deal.

 

DM

 


From: Nemoguitt@aol.com [mailto:Nemoguitt@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, July 09, 2004 4:17 PM
To: Loopers-Delight@loopers-delight.com
Subject: Re: pedal steels

 

luis.....i am having great fun with the  (ARTISAN EA-1 electric lap steel guitar) that i got for $79 or $89, i can't remember which, from MF.....it's not a pedal steel but it's a great introduction to the field of slide guitar that's not going to stress the bank account and it is totally easy to gig with, comes with a soft case that's about 1/3 the size of a guitar.....its a pretty wacky sound machine.....:).....michael