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Old 12-14-2005, 10:04 AM
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This is something ive been considering, not for now, but maybe during university. i was wondering what they expect in terms of experience, number of instruments played, age, knowledge of things like hardware, electronics, etc.

Anyone who works at a music store feel free to chime in.
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Old 12-14-2005, 10:10 AM
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From what I can tell from my local store, looking like a stoner is a prerequisite. Knowing nothing about instruments tends to help.

Seriously, I don't think your skills on instruments are too important, but if you're a good technician, they'd find you useful.
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From what I can tell from my local store, looking like a stoner is a prerequisite
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Although, theres a reason for that...
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Old 12-14-2005, 08:42 PM
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All they care about is if you can sell. You can know diddly about instruments, but if you can sell, you're in.
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Old 12-14-2005, 09:09 PM
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All they care about is if you can sell. You can know diddly about instruments, but if you can sell, you're in.
well thats good, by the time i apply ill have 2+ years in retail
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Old 12-14-2005, 09:16 PM
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guitar stores are 99% retail business. knowing every bass ever made or knowing the exact wattage of every amp at 2,4 and 8 ohms won't really help you getting the job if you ask me. what i have found is that most people go to guitar stores with something specific in mind, or they are just going to play the instruments.
as for the stoner look, i have found that those guys are friends of the owners, or if they are working in a GC type store, its because the higher-ups may want their employees to "have the look"
but having retail experience is a definate plus!
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Old 12-15-2005, 04:32 PM
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Old 12-15-2005, 09:25 PM
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You need to be willing to work crap hours for crap pay. Then you're in.
i already do, and im stuck with incredibly annoying paris hilton generation girls and stupid toys...at least here i could be around guitars and be able to chill a bit
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