I pool with my band, we have fairly entry-level equipment. What did you guys do when it was time to get with the program and buy some gear to function as a band. This is really being a pain we have to consider so many different things before anyone makes a purchase. I just want to play music with my friends, why is money such a shackle!? How can I get mor dough? If I get a job my grades will either drop ( dad will revoke my guitar again ) or I will study and have no time for practice. We've pretty much sold everything we can get away with selling. I really don't see any options except cheap equipment. What is the point in selling all your crap for equipment that you wouldn't gig with? There has to be some way I can make money for very little time and alot of effort!