Is there any reason that you would not buy... Used

[skullfxr]

A two notes torpedo reload used?

I am not a tech junkie, but I am highly attracted to this for numerous reasons.

Is this something that I should fork out the extra cash to buy one new? Warranty/reliability issues? Etc.

 

[petee]

I like used stuff, the only exception the expensive digital devices; think Helix or Axe FX. The only reason is those are typically expensive to to repair, if they're repairable at all. So if I'm considering something like that, it's got to be a hack of a deal or I'll buy new if it's something I need. Otherwise guitars, higher end amps are all serviceable and I go for them.

 

[Speeddemon]

No. Just make sure that the current owner transfers his Torpedo account (if applicable) to you.
I'm not sure how the Reload and WOS interact that way.

I bought my Live used as well, and made sure that was taken care of.
As many have said, one of the best pieces of gear I bought in a long while. (with my Kramer SM-1 and an Antonio Sanchez Flamenca Blanca acoustic coming in close)

 

[PBGas]

No reason not to. You can end up saving some solid $ on the product that you are buying. Some folks that sell used items need to have their head examined for the prices they are trying to sell them for. Make sure you research and see what others are selling a similar product for. One member on this board bought a product from me a few years back for an excellent price. Used it for a week and decided to resell it to someone for 200$ more. Poor member that bought it without researching what it initially sold for. One guy selling many guitars and is well known does this regularly here. I’m all for making a profit within reason but at the end of the day, be somewhat respectable.

 

[skullfxr]

I always go used, but I just wasn't sure about this because it is literally the only thing I would not be able to fix. Guitars and amps a I can do anything to so I am never concerned with that.

Thanks, I will be getting a used unit when I find the right one.

 

[spliffsperlunk]

Music gear is the one thing I definitely prefer to buy used especially because I don't know if certain amps guitars pedals will be keepers or not and a lot of times our tastes change as musicians which is why there is so much gear flipping.

 

[skullfxr]

I buy gear used, I was just sceptical about stuff I would not be able to repair.

I will start cruising reverb in a month or so.

 

[Speeddemon]

One member on this board bought a product from me a few years back for an excellent price. Used it for a week and decided to resell it to someone for 200$ more. Poor member that bought it without researching what it initially sold for. One guy selling many guitars and is well known does this regularly here. I’m all for making a profit within reason but at the end of the day, be somewhat respectable.

Seems kinda arbitrary the way you described it. What's 'respectable'?
Say, if that guy would make $50 or $100 on flipping something, you're o.k., but $200 is gauging?

You win some, you lose some.
I once sold a vintage Roland JC-77 combo at a profit ($100 or so). Couple of months later I sold my store-bought H&K Tubemeister 18 at a $150 loss...
Some shit's desireable. Some shit not.

 

[BeZo]

I'm always buying used or trading. I stay patient and usually end up ahead on things. I guess the exception would be new digital stuff. I bought all my wireless stuff and IEM stuff new. I guess if I need it and can't find it anywhere, I'll pick it up at my local guitar store (big box store as a last resort).

 

[Detroit1973]

when i buy gear i ALMOST ALWAYS buy used.