Business Details
We have built a reputation as Nashvilles premier destination for vintage and new guitars. Our knowledgeable staff brings years of handson experience with iconic brands such as Gibson, Fender, and Martin. We meticulously source each vintage instrument, verifying authenticity and condition before it reaches our showroom. Our certified luthiers perform precise setups, restorations, and repairs, ensuring every guitar plays at its intended peak. We solve complex issues ranging from neck warping to electronic rewiring, delivering reliable solutions for professional musicians. Our commitment to transparent pricing eliminates pressure sales and builds trust with every client.
We offer personalized guidance, listening to each customer's musical goals to match them with the perfect instrument. The shop hosts educational events and workshops, fostering a community of informed players and collectors. We continuously update our inventory with both newly released models and rare, limitededition pieces. Our aftersale support includes followup service and warranty assistance, reflecting our dedication to longterm satisfaction. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional quality, expertise, and a welcoming atmosphere for every visitor.
We offer personalized guidance, listening to each customer's musical goals to match them with the perfect instrument. The shop hosts educational events and workshops, fostering a community of informed players and collectors. We continuously update our inventory with both newly released models and rare, limitededition pieces. Our aftersale support includes followup service and warranty assistance, reflecting our dedication to longterm satisfaction. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional quality, expertise, and a welcoming atmosphere for every visitor.
Highlights and features
- Our staff includes seasoned guitar specialists with decades of experience.
- We provide transparent pricing with no upselling pressure.
- Our repairs are performed by certified luthiers using original parts.
- We offer a curated inventory of vintage and new instruments.
- Our customer reviews highlight personalized service and expert guidance.
Services
Vintage Sales
We specialize in offering meticulously sourced vintage guitars from iconic brands such as Gibson, Fender, and Martin. These instruments appeal to collectors, professional musicians, and enthusiasts seeking authentic tone and historic value. Our knowledgeable staff ensures each guitar is authenticated, serviced, and presented with transparent pricing for confident purchases.
New Instruments
We carry a comprehensive selection of brandnew acoustic, electric, and mandolin models from leading manufacturers. This service targets musicians upgrading their gear or beginners needing reliable, warrantybacked instruments. Customers benefit from immediate availability, expert guidance, and the assurance of factory quality.
Repairs
Our inshop repair team handles everything from minor setups to extensive restorations of vintage guitars. We serve players who demand precise playability and preservation of original tonal character. Clients receive transparent timelines, originalpart replacements, and a guarantee of restored performance.
Events
We host regular events such as product launches, artist showcases, and guitar workshops. These gatherings attract local musicians, collectors, and music lovers seeking community and education. Attendees benefit from handson demos, expert Q&A sessions, and exclusive access to limitededition gear.
Custom Paint
We collaborate with artists to create handpainted, oneofakind guitars such as the Iris model. This service is ideal for musicians desiring a unique visual statement alongside premium sound. Clients receive a fully custom design process, from concept sketches to final finish, with no hidden fees.
Reviews (7)
Parrish S.
Apr 08, 2022
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Extremely knowledgable with excellent servive. Some of the most beautiful guitars I have ever seen. If you purchase the dragon Breedlove acoustic, you are my new hero!
Rainer Stacey
Mar 21, 2022
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Nice experience until after the sale, could be better. Awesome guitars though find good price for most, send to friend outside of country. Thanking!
Josh Imes
Feb 15, 2022
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Great experience! We were in town to visit all the guitar shops and this is a must stop! Great selection of some of the greatest sounding guitars in town. Nick Davison was so kind to us and let us try whatever we wanted and was also VERY knowledgeable. Don't miss this awesome guitar shop!
Mark Dauban
Nov 16, 2021
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One of the best variety, choice and range of quality guitars that I have ever seen. Really knowledgable staff can't do enough for you in helping you choose the right instrument for yourself. There is a good reason why they are growing so much and gaining more and more customers - they provide a fantastic service and great deals.
Matt Baker
Mar 25, 2020
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This place had a very nice selection of mandolins and guitars when I went. I played several mandolins of which all we're very unique and high-end at a fair price. I haven't seen too many music stores that had great customer service and such quality instruments to choose from like this one! Definitely drop by if you get a chance.
Roger L. Conner
Dec 23, 2019
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The atmosphere of this store is magical. Guitars galore to choose from at multiple levels. Filled with light in renovated historic factory. Kim is generous with her time and knows so much you can learn a lot without buying anything.
Troy Shellhamer
Dec 07, 2018
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Over the past several years I've purchased several mandolins from Cotten Music. They've been kind enough to ship them to me if I was out of town, etc, and they've always taken care of my needs. They communicate well. As soon as my son gets out of his pricey daycare in two years I plan on buying a new guitar, hopefully from Cotten! :
