TME Journal
Dive into our Journal, where you'll find buyer's guides, builder spotlights, how-to series, and year-end reviews - plus the occasional deep dive into the standout instruments that pass through our showroom. Whether you're after expert insight, fresh inspiration, or a closer look at a rare guitar, this is where the journey begins - from our shop in Lexington, Massachusetts, just outside Boston.
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
Andy and Dan demo two Brondel “New Vintage” guitars - modern builds with vintage parts - from one of our favorite tone-forward luthiers.
TME Vlogs, Episode 8: Pedalboards!
Joe and Dan break down why a custom pedalboard might be the best upgrade you haven’t made yet - in our latest, talk-heavy but tone-smart TME Vlog.
TME Vlogs, Episode 7: 1941 Martin D-45
We finally got our hands on a pre-War Martin D-45 and it’s every bit as magical as the legend suggests. Hear Duke Levine demo this once-in-a-lifetime guitar.
New 2021 Martin 28-Style Expert Authentics Arriving Soon!
As a Martin Custom Shop Expert, TME will receive rare Authentic Series models - including exclusive '37 D-18s and D-28s - in very limited quantities.
TME Vlogs, Episode 6: Collings I-35LC "Vintage"
The Collings I-35LC Vintage blends vintage tone, aged looks, and ThroBak pickups into a refined semi-hollow - hear it in action with Duke Levine.
TME Vlogs, Episode 5: Gloss vs. Satin
Gloss vs. Vintage Satin - hear how each finish shapes tone and feel on a Collings Traditional in our latest TME Vlog with staffer Adam.
TME Vlogs, Episode 4: Collings 0002H Maple
Andy Cambria spotlights a standout 2005 Collings 0002H Maple, built with private stock tonewoods and serious sonic mojo, in our latest TME Vlog.