How does one get over bass / instrument hoarding?

[Menorahman]

I got a bit out of control this year and managed to go from 4 instruments to 34. This is combined acoustics, electrics, and basses. I wanted to have pretty much every wood and pickup type represented across the line-up. I think I've accomplished this, but it's just too much. Problem is, whenever I think about selling one, it usually has something unique that makes me hesitate. Like I was thinking about selling my MM Sterling, but it's the only MM I have, so I didn't.

I've managed to sell some, but not enough...how do I overcome this?

 

[neckdive]

If you can afford them, you shouldn't feel guilty about it.

 

[gpx1200]

I figure ill be over it when I can't afford to buy any more, then I start selling the ones im ready to part with to make room for more "must have"'s

 

[Kim Jong Funk]

Only Death's cold embrace can truly free you from the bass player's curse. Otherwise, enjoy the ride (unless it's actually causing issues/financial hardships).

 

[handofseven]

It's like ripping off a band aid... You think about it for awhile, but then you just do it!

I just shipped out a Stingray I liked a lot... It was tough packin' it up, but I'm already starting to get over it.

 

[Old Blastard]

I now have 13 basses and 3 guitars and other stuff. I paid in cash. I find I'm not interested in anything else because I have one of style. If you like them, if you don't need the money, keep them.

 

[NecroticImbecil]

When one gets over breathing.

 

[BazzTard]

30 basses in one year? Yes, you have a problem. Wrong place to ask for help though hehe,we are all ENABLERS.

 

[Dr. Cheese]

I simply do not have as much disposable income as I used to. That has nicely curtailed my hoarding.

 

[Baird6869]

Buy the best basses you can afford and NEED for your gigs and dump everything else.

Got me from 20 down to 5.

 

[Deleted member 261632]

I got over it by having a look at my bank account and incoming bills.

 

[Max Blasto]

I got a bit out of control this year and managed to go from 4 instruments to 34. This is combined acoustics, electrics, and basses. I wanted to have pretty much every wood and pickup type represented across the line-up. I think I've accomplished this, but it's just too much. Problem is, whenever I think about selling one, it usually has something unique that makes me hesitate. Like I was thinking about selling my MM Sterling, but it's the only MM I have, so I didn't.

I've managed to sell some, but not enough...how do I overcome this?

Quit your job.

 

[SheaNC]

"How does one get over bass / instrument hoarding?"
I am qualified to help you with this. It is actually quite simple. Step one is to find a qualified therapist, which you have already done. Step two: Pick out two basses and one guitar to keep. Step three: Send all the rest to me. After you have done that, we'll discuss Phase Two.

 

[Emanuel Apascaritei]

I perfectly understand you. It happends to my brother and I. We love microphones so we have a collection of over 60 microphone of all types, from vintage neumann´s to new ones. We are trying to get them down to 25 for what we need them for (orchestra and choir recordings mainly). But it´s hard because every mic has something special as with basses.

 

[Neon Blues]

Don't listen to logic. If you want to get over it, you need to buy 2 of every bass and wait for the Great Flood.

 

[3rdWatch]

Have gone through 70+ basses in over 20 years, it came down to a simple formula. My wife and I apply this to all our possesions. If you don't use it in a years time, there no need to keep it. I currently have 6 basses with one up for sale...Another policy that I've been working is on the fiscal end of it: if I want to buy a new instrument, I sell gear of equal (or close to equal) value to get it. That way I can go through all the fun of weighing the gain if one vs. the loss of the other.
Watching an episode of hoarders can help too! LOL

 

[Binary1]

"How does one get over bass / instrument hoarding?"

If this is a sincere question:

After one wrecks his family's finances and 15 year marriage due to constant spending that may seriously be a symptom of a bigger, real condition (such as bipolar, hoarding, etc.). If it's a genuine impulse control/buying/hoarding issue, then you need help. I used to do the above.

Now, I'm a minimalist. One or two quality guitars and a great amp is all I need.

If this is not a sincere question, then carry on and ignore the above comments.

 

[Doctor J]

Just be more selective over what you buy. 30 in one year is, frankly, nuts. Focus on the "must haves" now and take your time. Get to know the ones you buy before splashing out on another one.

 

[Nev375]

Not sure it would be a cure for you, but I bet a fire would stop my hoarding in its tracks.

I think at that point, I would just seek out the one and be done.

 

[Ajapses]

Overcome? Someone on TB once stated that he'd owned over 300 during his life. You've got more work to do to attain 'Hero' status!! You can thank me later.