Journal
Dive into our Journal, where you'll find buyer’s guides, featured content, curated Spotify playlists, and Hidden Gems - a collection of rare and exceptional instruments. Whether you're looking for expert insights, new music to inspire your playing, or a deep dive into standout guitars, this is where the journey begins.
Does an Aged Finish matter?
Aged (relic'd, distressed ... insert your preferred nomenclature here) finishes are nothing new in the electric guitar world. But the vintage-inspired looks and tone popularized by traditional flattop builders operating...
TME Vlogs: Change Your Strings This Way!
We've promised untold hundreds of customers that we'd get around to doing this over the years. And at long last, here's a reference video for those late night at-home string...
Vance Gilbert | "Moonlight in Vermont"
We're lucky to have a roster of super-talented musicians who visit TME on a regular basis. And without a doubt, Vance Gilbert is one of our favorites. Vance is a...
Family Heirloom Vintage Martins at TME
Hunting for that elusive gem of an old Martin guitar can be a frustrating endeavor. Naturally, we all covet them for their wonderful, inimitable sound. But in a perfect world,...
TME Vlogs, Episode 10: Martin VS. Collings!
In our latest shop vlog, TME staffers Andy and Adam run down the differences between the Martin "Custom Authentic" D-28 and the Collings D2HA "Traditional." When we posted our initial...
George Lowden 70th Birthday Limited Edition
All of us here at TME would like to extend our warmest birthday wishes to George Lowden, as he celebrates his 70th trip around the sun. Words like "legend" certainly...
TME Vlogs, Episode 9: Brondel "New Vintage" Guitars
We're big fans of luthier, Laurent Brondel, here at TME. His instruments are always innovative and surprising, without compromising tone or playability in favor of design. He's also a gear...
TME Vlogs, Episode 8: Pedalboards!
In our latest vlog, TME proprietor, Joe Caruso, and electric guitar/pedal guru, Dan King, discuss the virtues of having Dan build your custom pedal board. Unless of course you'd rather...