This is an irreplaceable item for a discriminating musician. This guitar was part of an Ottawa CHUM Radio Station promotion for the Ottawa R.E.M. concert on November 11, 2004. The guitar was taken backstage after the concert and signed by Michael Stipe, Mike Mills, and Peter Buck. Michael Stipe also wrote "R.E.M. 2004" on the guitar. Before signing, the guitar was played by Peter Buck. The guitar is in pristine condition, and comes with its original gig bag, and paperwork. Yes, it is a MIM but it's also R.E.M. stratocaster gibson taylor larrivee