The Music Emporium

SHOP NEW ARRIVALS

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Huber Orca '59 Super Hollow Faded Tigereye Burst (USED, 2019)

Martin Custom Shop 000-18 1937 Stage 1 Aging Ambertone

Tom Anderson Lil Angel Natural Arctic Blue w/Binding (USED, 2024)

Fender Johnny Marr Jaguar Metallic KO (USED, 2021)

Collings 360 LT M Baritone Olympic White (USED, 2017)

Powers Electric A-Type Hardtail FF42 British Racing Green Metallic

Rickard Maple Ridge 11" (USED)

Gibson J-45 (1965)

Santa Cruz Tony Rice Pro Brazilian

Gibson F5 Lloyd Loar signed (Dec 1, 1924)

Independent Retailer

Supporting independent retailers like The Music Emporium means supporting the local economy and community. We, in turn, love giving back to our local artists and venues as well as serving as a hub for our local music community.

Expert Guidance

We’ve seen it all from '59 Les Pauls, pre-war Martins, single luthier, factory built, vintage, preowned, to entry level. We use this collective experience to help guide you to the right gear for your needs & budget - without any commissioned advice.

Curated Inventory

Our inventory is a reflection of our collective love of great design, music, and instruments. If it’s listed for sale in our showroom or on our website, you can be sure it’s something we’d own and use ourselves.

Fast Shipping

Nothing makes time pass slower than excitedly awaiting your new purchases' delivery, which is why most orders ship the same day - after we do an inspection and fresh setup, of course.

the latest

1957 Gibson Les Paul

This 1957 Gibson Les Paul has just come into the shop via the three daughters of its second owner, who'd purchased the guitar at a consignment shop in 1960. By the looks of it, this Goldtop could fool you into thinking it was a recent Murphy Lab reissue - we've yet to encounter a '57 in this kind of condition. The guitar had sat unplayed for the better part of 30 years, and it shows!

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Andy Summers @ TME

To say we were honored to welcome Andy Summers of The Police to the shop would be the understatement of the year! What a treat to spend time with the legendary guitarist.

Thx for stopping by, Andy - we hope you enjoy your Powers Electric guitars!

June 6th | YouTube Livestream Q&A w/Andy Powers

Join us on YouTube Thursday, June 6th @ 7:30pm EST as we field questions and chat with Andy Powers (CEO of Taylor Guitars) about his latest venture, Powers Electric, and his first electric model, the lauded A-Type.

*Please note, only channel subscribers can submit questions though the livestream is viewable by all.

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Tommy Emmanuel @ TME

What a treat to have the brilliant and incredibly gracious Tommy Emmanuel at the shop for a quick guitar tune-up before his show at Lexington's Cary Hall! Amazing to hear him play - instantly recognizable and inspiring! Thx for stopping by, Tommy!

New! Island Instruments

Luthier & Island Instruments founder, Nic Delisle, has been steadily honing his craft at his shop in Montreal's Mile End Guitar Coop for years.

His love for famed catalogue guitars of the 50s and 60s shines through in his work, taking those wonderful mid-century concepts into the modern era with taste, refinement, and a keen eye for artful design that tows the line between familiar and fresh.

We're excited to welcome Nic and his instruments to The Music Emporium family!

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Wolff Sisters | Live On CBS News Boston

TME's Rachael Wolff and her band, The Wolff Sisters, were featured on CBS News Boston last week! Watch them perform "Boston Town" here.

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FEATURED | Vintage Acoustics

Gibson L-00 (1934 / 1960)

Martin D-28 (1956)

Gibson J-50 (USED, 1968)

FEATURED | Vintage Electrics

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Vox Mando-Guitar (1967)

Fender Telecaster, Blonde (1968)

Fender Musicmaster (1959)

Gibson ES-355T Cherry (1959)

Fender Jazz Bass, Olympic White (1963)

Gibson Les Paul Deluxe, Cherry Sunburst (1973)

Fender Esquire, Blonde (1956)

Fender Telecaster, Blonde (1957)

Guild Starfire III Cherry (1964)

Gibson Les Paul Goldtop (1957)

TME ON YouTube

Demos | Performances | Vlogs

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"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.
S. 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