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THIS IS A STORE
BUILT BY MUSICIANS
FOR MUSICIANS

We're a collective of passionate musicians and guitar junkies who are dedicated to helping you find your next favorite instrument.

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New! Fender Vintera II

With era-correct pickups, classic colors, and other coveted features from the '50s, '60s and '70s, the Vintera II Series has all the sound and style of the decades that defined them.

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Mandolin Spotlight | Fall 2023

1924 Gibson F5 Lloyd Loar | Heiden A Standard Plus | Nugget A5 Dlx | Girouard Two-Point Ensemble | Gibson K-5C Mandocello

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Source Audio + Mission Of Burma Vertigo VS | SOLD OUT!

Thank you to everyone who purchased one of these amazing tremolo pedals! We were thrilled to be a part of this project and hope to do more things like this in the future. Let us know if you have any ideas!

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Grez Guitars | New Inventory

If you're looking for an instrument that's both beautiful, alive, a blast to play - and - made by a luthier with an eye towards sustainability? You need to check out the award-winning, CA-based Grez Guitars.

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2000 Collings AT-17

This AT-17 - #56 - was originally shipped March 28, 2000 and hasn't been on the market before. It will be an instant jewel in the collection of any Collings aficionado.

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NEW! Liggett Guitars

Ben Liggett's vision of the perfect LP-style guitar is made real in this gorgeous SUMI 2059.

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HIDDEN GEMS

Hidden Gems is a series we started based on a simple idea: we each take a turn at sharing our current favorite instrument(s) in the shop. A bit of a show-and-tell, if you will.

SELL | TRADE

We have decades of experience with high-end and vintage instruments, a rich sales history, and real-time market data which allows us to make a fair offer the first time.

TME DEMOS

"High end selection, great environment, unpretentious...awesome!"

Bill Collings
Collings Guitars

"There are a lot of things to like about The Music Emporium, but first and foremost is how it has embraced innovative, independent builders."

“What sets The Music Emporium apart from other stores? The staff. Unsurpassed.”

TJ Thompson
Luthier

“Right from the beginning, The Music Emporium has always been the center where music, players, and instruments come together.”

Dana Bourgeois
Bourgeois Guitars
★★★★★

If you're looking to purchase a quality instrument, this is the place. When you enter, it feels as such, comfortable rugs and sofas and a crew ready to assist. And if you aren't aware, it's one of the few such places in the U.S. Do yourself a favor and stop by, even if you're just browsing.

Scott Rule
★★★★★

One of the most beautiful music shops I have visited. Each guitar on their four walls is meticulously selected and/or custom built by leading luthiers/companies. Thank you Music Emporium for a seamless purchase and service. You deliver best-in-class across the board.

C. Jones
★★★★★

This is one of the best guitar shops in the country - period. Their selection is insanely good - across all price points - and they are honest, great people who treat everyone well. They’re also very fair and straightforward with trade-in values - better than any other shop I’ve dealt with - and don’t try to upsell you.

M. Cohn
★★★★★

The Music Emporium offers musicians a superior retail instruments and gear experience, both as a walk-in and online store. Living on the opposite side of the country from TME, I was amazed at the ease of the purchasing and delivery process.

G. Matthews
★★★★★

A truly outstanding guitar buying experience! The selection at the ME is unmatched, particularly in their showcasing of up-and-coming builders. The knowledge of the staff and their willingness to take the time to listen to my needs was appreciated.

J. Crouch