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"I was very happy with the LX1. A great little guitar and excellent, prompt and reliable service from Iain. A pleasure to deal with."
Hirer Robin already has his own Little Martin, but wanted to keep his daily practice routine going while staying in London - so hired an exact match for the week, Alex Trimble's Little Martin. Seamless!
2024
"Renting from Iain was a great experience, from handover to returning; everything went really well. We had tight timings for a music video and Iain showed up when required to deliver one of his beautiful guitars which we made sure to look after (and showcase) in the music video. Glad to have come across him and his wide collection of guitars, and will definitely be looking to hire again when in need."
And that guitar was the utterly classic Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty. Perfect for the video that hirer Sam and band The Curious were shooting at Tate Modern Tanks. Big thanks to Sam for casting the guitar, and guitarist Alex for rocking out with it. Can't wait to see the video!
2024
"This Rickenbacker slaps! Perfectly balanced, beautiful sound. A lovely bass, nice and subby, makes a deep characterful vintage rickenbacker sound. I wish I owned this guitar. 10/10 would bass again xxx"
One of two classic basses taken into the studio by singer/songwriter Hatty Taylor. The 72 P-Bass for the wood and warmth, this Rickenbacker 4001 for the twang and attack. Looking forward to hearing the results!
2024
"Wonderful bass ! Super characterful and woody in the nicest way. Can really hear it’s a beautiful tasteful vintage bass. Perfect for rockier tracks. Love it ! Xxx"
Big thanks to Hatty Taylor for taking this 1972 Fender Precision into the studio - all the classic tones of a 60s/70s P-Bass. A double-hire with the equally vintage 1974 Rickenbacker 4001. Only the release will tell which one came out on top!
2024
"Fantastic service, a joy from start to finish. Everything was exactly as described, and the guitar's action and set-up were perfect. Thanks Iain will definitely use your service again."
Many thanks to Wayne, over in London for a week and wanting to try out something vintage and different. Step forward the early 1970s Epiphone EA-250 semi-acoustic - easy to hear both plugged and unplugged, perfect for a hotel room!
2024
"Iain was a pleasure to do business with. Communication was amazing. Extremely friendly both in person and via messages. Bass was as listed. It was a joy to use. I will be using Iain again as his service was A1. Highly recommend."
SE London bass guitarist Aaron has his eye on a late 70s/early-80s Precision bass, so wanted to give one a try before buying. It could only be the 1982 maple-board ash-body P-Bass, with all its classic punch and cut. Test passed, job done, and Aaron's on his way to buying his own!
2024
"Iain is an incredible person to hire from. Personalised service and great communication. I will be using Iain every time I need a guitar in London as he has an insane collection and very helpful."
Thanks in embarrassed modesty to musicbynatives producer Liam for the generous review! All this because the Mexican Strat did exactly as it should do - looked the part, played beautifully, and delivered all the classic Stratocaster tones. The most popular guitar in the collection, and with good reason!
2023
"A really beautiful guitar, with the most wonderful tone. Impeccable service again from Iain. Looking forward to renting more of his guitars soon!"
The Martin D-3P doesn't go out as often as its older brother, the D-28, but whenever it does, it never fails to impress. Hired as part of a bundle of amps and guitars by Michael Fitzgibbon for the video to support his upcoming release. One to watch early in 2024!
2023
"Fantastic amp! Used as backline in my upcoming music video. Looks and sounds amazing. Brilliant, helpful service from Iain as always. Looking forward to renting from him again."
Part of a bundle of guitars and amps hired by singer/songwriter Michael Fitzgibbon for a December video shoot, the Vox AC-30 Top Boost absolutely looked the part. Big thanks to Michael for the hire, and looking forward to seeing the video in 2024!
2023
"Brilliant, professional service and support from Iain in choosing equipment to hire for a workshop. Everything was in beautiful condition and helped created the perfect sound. Very responsive and clear communication which is always greatly appreciated. I highly recommend and will be lending from God's Own Guitars soon. Thanks Iain!"
Many thanks to Phillippe who hired a bundle of guitars, amps and pedals for a 7-day music workshop at the Royal Court Theatre. Sounds like they had a blast - the best of ways to spend a week!
2023
"Fantastic service from Iain, and moreover a beautiful guitar! Sounded great live and in wonderful condition. Iain couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating. We'll be back!"
Big thanks to Hadley Fraser for taking the vintage Martin D-28 on stage with Ramin Karimloo at London's Savoy Theatre in November. A night of classics from the musical songbook, followed by a documentary shoot at the beautiful Asylum Chapel later in the week. Ramin hired the 2006 Hummingbird, but it was the 1974 Martin D-28 that did it for Hadley!
2023
"Thank you so much for letting me had the chance to play the SRV Stratocaster. It's an amazing guitar and I am very happy that I rented one of your great quality instruments again, for a good price! It saved me because I really needed a guitar for the jam session at The Blues Kitchen on Sunday in Camden, so that's why I come back to Iain :)
About the guitar, the Texas Special single coils are just amazing and they really have a "twang" in that sound, just like SRV had; the neck has a great profile, very easy to play and the tuners are so smooth:) By the way, the inverted tremolo really flipped me, it is so easy to use, unlike the normal right handed one. The guitar in perfect condition just looks crazy cool, with all the golden metal parts and the sunburst :) The process of renting was very fast, clear and safe, always got the warranty back the same day.
Overall, I enjoyed the presentation and really hope we do this again next year, for sure again from Iain which is such a friendly and helpful person, always replying and flexible for the handover and take back the instrument!"
Many thanks to 16-year-old rising star Johnny Tache from Romania. For the most extensive piece of feedback I think I've yet had, for the return hire, this time for the SRV Strat, and for just letting rip with it at Camden's Blues Kitchen in November. Click the link to see Johnny in action. Just fantastic! The baton passed from Jimi to Stevie Ray is in safe hands ;-).
2023