Are YOU a guitar contrarian???
I don't know that I'm completely there yet, but there are some areas I'm becoming more cynical about. Here are a few.
I don't care what wood the guitar body is made of. If it sounds good and is reasonably durable, I'm cool with it. I prefer the look and feel of a maple fretboard. But, I'm also happy with my rosewood FB guitars.
Different neck joints do not imply "better" or "worse" in terms of quality. There are top quality bolties out there, and Gibbies that just don't cut it in the quality department.
"lower cost" does not always equal "lower quality."
"Solid State" does not automatically equal "Crappy Amph."
Do you have any opinions about gear that might go against conventional wisdom? I'm interested in reading them!
Guitars:
Fender 2006 MIM Fender Stratocaster HSS in 3TS
Ibanez RG 570 with a bridge Invader
ESP M II Deluxe with a Tune-o-Matic bridge
Eleanor, the magical, mystical Road Worn wonder Tele
Blackstar HT Club 40