Object Worship Anti-Structural Grab Bag
Mar 20, 2026
A loose grab-bag of topics including a synth-buying anecdote that goes sideways and the emotions of selling beloved gear. They nerd out over a Perfect Circle intro melody and swap stories about mismatched amp and cab pairings. Listeners call in with would-you-rathers, gear regrets, pedal nostalgia, puppy advice, and ideas for future conversations.
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Emotional Refund Killed My Synth Swap
- Dan described ordering a UDO Super 6 polyphonic-aftertouch synth, then the seller emotionally refunded after playing it and couldn't send it.
- That refund spooked Dan, made him relist and sell his Osmos, and highlighted unexpected attachment when selling gear.
Letting Gear Go Is Part Of Creative Churn
- Dan and Andy reflected that personifying gear makes letting go feel like moving a friend, but it's healthy to release instruments to make room for new creative tools.
- Dan framed selling as both freeing and practical — you can always repurchase later via B-stock sales.
Sold Guitars For A House And Image Reasons
- Andy recalled selling guitars to fund a house down payment and once selling a Gretsch because he feared appearing as a 'worship musician.'
- He admitted some sales were driven by image concerns, not pure musical reasons, and later didn't miss those instruments.