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jacksguitarcheology

A Nashville, TN area purveyor of weirdo and specialty guitars, vintage to modern. Behind the scenes, guitar porn, tech life…and occasionally memes.

Hey guys, as you might have heard, my life has got

Hey guys, as you might have heard, my life has gotten real lately and I could use some extra money dollars to help my family during this trying time.

I am not asking for charity - I am just asking that if you are eyeing a new piece of gear that you could just as easily buy from me - I could use the help a lot more than Guitar Center right now.

OR if you have a guitar you need fixed, bring it down and let us do the repair. We do not have long leads, most repairs in under a week, and the money earned here lately will go towards helping rehome my elderly grandmother.

Picture illustrated consequences of me having to eat my guitar collection when I run out of money.

Got tied up in family business, I forgot to post p

Got tied up in family business, I forgot to post pics from the AWESOME show I played with @bigiftrueband at @thevinyloungenashville before I left for Kentucky.

I love when I go to a show and ALL of the bands are sick.
@nowherefastmusic + @thedreadedlaramieband + @the.wholesomeboys was a KILLER line up!

Seriously, if you live in Nashville and have not seen The Dreaded Laramie, fix that. One of the best local bands I have seen in a while, and I would say that even if I was not the guy who sold Zach that sweet pink Burny SG. #nashville #nashvilleshows

Hey, hello, hi: Got a bit of a "good news, bad new

Hey, hello, hi: Got a bit of a "good news, bad news" situation. My paternal grandmother, 87, is doing great. Back to her old self again and will get to go home on Thursday (which also happens to be her birthday).

Bad news, my maternal grandmother, 80, is in a bad way. Her insurance ran out yesterday. The rehab will kick her out unless she can qualify for Medicaid. What is worse, her current senior living situation will evict her if she cannot care for herself, and will not allow my mother or I to stay there to take care of her. Which means, we need to find her a new home, preferably one my mom can stay at too.

My mother and grandmother are both fairly poor, and I know a lot of people think that I am Mr. GuitarBucks, but frankly, I am not quite to the "bankroll $10k+ a month for senior care" point yet. If I could, I absolutely would.

Why does this matter to you?

1. Jayme and I probably going to be out a lot over the next couple months. If you need to talk to me, you might want to email ahead and find out when I will be in. (I might add, most things people think only I can handle, my guys can easily help you with.)

2. I am extending our NO CASH OUT policy until further notice as I will not be around to write checks. Trades and consignments still welcomed and encouraged!

I would like to say again: my guys are fantastic. Go do business with them. They are friendly and knowledgeable, and all very good at their jobs.

I have had a really hard couple of days and I greatly appreciate your patience and understanding with me and my team in this difficult time.

Had to stop back by the music store I used to go t

Had to stop back by the music store I used to go to as a teenager. If you are in Paducah, be sure you check out Allen Music - they are celebrating 60 years of business this year and they have the mojo and inventory to prove it. #paducahky #allenmusic

@allenmusicshop

Hey everyone, just a PSA that I am going to be out

Hey everyone, just a PSA that I am going to be out of the shop until next weekend.

I have had a pretty rough couple of weeks in my personal life: both of my grandmothers had health scares, we had major structural repairs done on our home, I chipped a tooth and this was the last week for us to get our tax files to our accountant.

I am pretty fried, but Jayme and I are on the way to Paducah to visit my Grandmothers. I am not sure what the future will bring for them - one is doing much better and one is not doing great at all. Whatever happens, it will likely require me to take even more time away from the store.

I want to remind everyone: my guys are great. Cade, Tyler, Jon, Jude and Jad are all very competent and friendly people who I gladly trust with my life's work. Any business you can do with me, they will be happy to help you with!

Coincidentally: I will also not be able to come out to the Amigo Show this weekend - sorry I am going to miss so many of my friend who only come to town once a year. Play a $500k guitar for me!

Reminder: No one can send cash out while I am gone, but we are no cash out right now anyways. Trades and consignments still welcomed and encouraged!

We had so much fun the last time, we are doing it

We had so much fun the last time, we are doing it again!

We are teaming up with @monkeyriotpedals to bring you another bite sized gear show with local builders.

@rose.electric.audio
@mythospedals
@haggtronix
@haggtronix
@berkompasberkompas
@chimera.mechanical
@equitzguitars

Sunday, April 6th - Noon to 5 PM
107 Public Sq. Lebanon, TN

Are you still shopping big box guitar stores? YOU

Are you still shopping big box guitar stores?
YOU DON'T KNOW JACK!

Jack's Guitarcheology
Wednesday thru Sunday weekly;
107 Public Sq., Lebanon, TN

OR, shop online anytime:
www.jacksguitarcheology.com

Shout out to Jonathan from @fellowsguitars for com

Shout out to Jonathan from @fellowsguitars for coming out to the shop to show us some beautiful guitars!

We are in talks about doing a lil somethin somthin in the future - would you like to see Fellows Guitars in the store? Which one is your favorite!?

Are you still shopping big box guitar stores? YOU

Are you still shopping big box guitar stores?
YOU DON'T KNOW JACK!

Jack's Guitarcheology
Wednesday thru Sunday weekly;
107 Public Sq., Lebanon, TN

OR, shop online anytime:
www.jacksguitarcheology.com

BIG NEWS TIME: We are renting a new workshop / onl

BIG NEWS TIME: We are renting a new workshop / online warehousing / shipping space!

This space will be non-public facing for now, so most of you will only see it on here, but I am hoping it will allow us to expand our tooling and services, do cool new things with @lazarusguitars and stuff like that.

The deal was too good to pass up, it is pretty close to the store and a decent size for a very reasonable rent.

Posting this before 4/1 so you guys will believe me.
This is actually happening / not a joke.

#notforsale: Vintage Ovation for a customer / frie

#notforsale: Vintage Ovation for a customer / friend of the family who let this guitar fall into disrepair while spending years in active alcoholism. He wanted to get it cleaned up now that he has been clean and sober for a number of years.

I love these kinds of jobs. Being 5 years dry myself, I love helping musicians that are recovering from addiction. I find we always have lots to talk about.

The slight wave in the top will never completely flatten out, but the guitar plays a heck of a lot better now! Big shouts to @scalemodelguitars for the "hydrobag" trick! #ovation #ovationguitars

Happy #Gibsunday pt duex Got a 2000 Classic Les P

Happy #Gibsunday pt duex

Got a 2000 Classic Les Paul (1960 Reissue)! Suped it up with Custom Shop pickups, bridge - as well as vintage caps and truss rod cover.

What we have left is a WORKHORSE of a Les Paul! #lespaul #lespaulclassic

Happy #gibsunday! Here is a 1962-ish Melody Make

Happy #gibsunday!

Here is a 1962-ish Melody Maker with original pickups and electronics. Original pickguard was warped, so I got it a fancy Japanese tort guard.

Added the Vibrola and vintage Leo Quan as well. 100xs the guitar it was before!

This one is available in-store and will be online soon! #melodymaker

That's when the cannibalism started… Really coo

That's when the cannibalism started...

Really cool to see @lpontheleft live at the @theryman last night for my birthday! #lpotl #lastpodcast @ryman

So nice to finally meet @strangeamerica from @drdo

So nice to finally meet @strangeamerica from @drdogmusic and many more musical acts you have definitely heard of! Eric and I have been texting about working together for a while and made pretty fast friends.

He asked if I would make him a Rubber Bridge for his studio, and you know me! Thanks to @ashleythomasatz from @recordingkingofficial for the hookup!

Baritone. JTE Recording King. @victorypickupco

#rubberbridge #ericslick

The weather ain't playin around today, so we're go

The weather ain't playin around today, so we're gonna get home before the worst of it hits. Be safe y'all.

NASHVILLE / WILSON CO GUITAR PLAYERS: Are you look

NASHVILLE / WILSON CO GUITAR PLAYERS: Are you looking for a locally owned guitar store with a mountain of mojo? You found them!

Jack's Guitarcheology is located in Historic Downtown Lebanon, TN and we are happy to help you with any guitar repair, consignment or sales needs you may have!

Come see us Wednesday thru Sunday weekly, we even have an elderly one-eyed shop dog named Toby!

OR, we ship all over the world!
Shop online at www.jacksguitarcheology.com

@downtownlebanontennessee
@peerlessfilms

Today I turn 33 a.k.a. the age @jackblack was in S

Today I turn 33 a.k.a. the age @jackblack was in School of Rock. #deweyfinnyear

COOL STUFF MY FRIENDS BUILT: the @scalemodelguitar

COOL STUFF MY FRIENDS BUILT: the @scalemodelguitars STR-GTR!

There are not enough things that can be said about Dave at Scale Model - he is a master luthier, patron of the arts and grand unifier of the Nashville luthiery scene. When he is not busy doing tech and refret work for the likes of Billy Strings and Margo Price, he is making killer guitars like this one! #scalemodelguitars

🎸: @tzrichmond_music

🔉: @rose.electric.audio

We're now a @shubbcapos dealer! We're big fans of

Here is the neck repair Starcaster in all its glor

Here is the neck repair Starcaster in all its glory! 🌠

Yesterday, Chris from @vibratone_guitars was in the shop and from about 10 feet away he asked "is that a vintage Starcaster?" I coulda cried. Best compliment he could have paid me!

"Looks vintage at 5+ feet away" was exactly the vibe I was going for!

@_chancechancechance_

This Starcaster break has been an adventure, but i

This Starcaster break has been an adventure, but it is done! Swipe for the full adventure!

I am really happy with this "hiding a repair with a relic" method. Fender neck breaks are impossible to hide, but easy to distract the eye away from. #headstockrepair

COOL THINGS MY FRIENDS BUILT: the @lockhorn_inst Z

COOL THINGS MY FRIENDS BUILT: the @lockhorn_inst ZIPPER!

I could say a lot of words, but none of them would adequately convey the way this guitar makes me feel. What a magical instrument!

🎸: @tzrichmond_music

🔉: @rose.electric.audio

Three looths walk into a Mexican restaurant… @s

Three looths walk into a Mexican restaurant...

@scalemodelguitars
@harpeth.guitar.restoration

#notforsale: Check out this beautiful ES-225 I jus

#notforsale: Check out this beautiful ES-225 I just set up for a customer.

Refretted by @scalemodelguitars last fall - so this thing is a JOY to play.

Happy #Gibsunday!
@gibsunday
@gibsonguitar

The Falcon has landed. #whitefalcon

The Falcon has landed. #whitefalcon

#notforsale: My customer bought this "old parts ba

#notforsale: My customer bought this "old parts bass" for under $500 and low and behold, it is a real 1962 Pre-CBS Precision Bass. Body & neck!

Neck is all original. Body was refinished, likely in the 1980s-1990s. Pickup & tuners are also original.

Leo Quan and pickguard look to be from the 1980s.
As do the brass knobs.

1970 wiring harness is kinda the rad herring here, but all told, what a killer piece of player vintage my customer scooped for a steal. Those deals are still out there, folks! #vintage #vintagefender

After the last coat yesterday. Now just gotta wait

After the last coat yesterday. Now just gotta wait for paint to dry. 😴

COOL STUFF MY FRIENDS BUILT: Check out this @ingol

COOL STUFF MY FRIENDS BUILT: Check out this @ingold_guitars Milton!

Ingold is the newest small builder we have aboard and we are thrilled to have them here! Check out this quick demo of one CLEAN playing, sounding and looking modern boutique build! #ingoldaudio #ingoldguitars

I dunno why I feel like I owe you guys updates on

I dunno why I feel like I owe you guys updates on the Starcaster repair, but the lacquer came in from @stewmac_guitar and I just sprayed the touch-up.

I have been working on a method of repair I think I am pioneering (jk) called "repair and hide real damage with fake damage." I have been pretty obsessed with using vintage guitar style relics to cover up structural repairs.

I sprayed the lacquer on this a little heavy around the repairs and I am going to use steel wool to wear it in a bit after it cures. If I am successful, the heavier tint around the repair will just look like play wear / hand gunk.

Anyway, I know this is not everyone's cup of tea, but I like it and I think my customer's guitar is gonna look rad in the end. #guitarrepair #relic #headstockrepair

@_chancechancechance_

Been playing this guy a lot lately. @cwinnstring

Been playing this guy a lot lately.

@cwinnstrings
@babecicadaart
@fralinpickupsofficial
@stringjoy

WE ARE FULL AGAIN! Going "No Cash Out" until 4/9/

WE ARE FULL AGAIN!
Going "No Cash Out" until 4/9/25!

We will still be taking trades and consignments, but we need to go a little "one in, one out" until we get caught up. I am literally buried alive back here.

If you have a screaming deal you want to tempt us with, I suggest you email or call first (because the answer is likely no.)

Running out of places to stick em - thanks for understanding!

(Read also: We have a ton of killer, KILLER stuff right now at "Get it out of here prices," come see us!)

COOL STUFF MY FRIENDS BUILT: @equitzguitars Raybur

COOL STUFF MY FRIENDS BUILT: @equitzguitars Rayburn Baritone!

Coolest and easiest playing baritone in the store - come in soon and check it out! #equitzguitars

🎸: @wastelander84
@tzrichmond_music

🔊: @rose.electric.audio

Update from the snapped Starcaster: structural and

Update from the snapped Starcaster: structural and fills are done. Now I just gotta blend them in a little.

Breaking out the big guns, bought a new can of Amber lacquer from @stewmac_guitar to touch up the back and headstock.

RIP David. Your music is music I can always list

RIP David.

Your music is music I can always listen to, and it never fails to make me smile. Rest easy, sweet prince. @davidjohansen.official

We are THRILLED to announce we are now carrying @i

We are THRILLED to announce we are now carrying @ingold_guitars!

I have been talking to them for a long time and I am really happy to have them aboard. Played by such rad acts as @idlesband and @falloutboy, Ingold Audio Guitars and Basses play as clean as they look! This thing is mean, lean and ready to mingle.

Available in-store now! Online listing coming soon!
Demo also coming soon! #ingold #ingoldaudio #ingoldguitars

WE HIT 15K FOLLOWERS ON INSTAGRAM! Thanks for fo

WE HIT 15K FOLLOWERS ON INSTAGRAM!

Thanks for following along! 🥰

This is the last post I am gonna make about this 1

Those who guessed the right side (guitar in my lef

Those who guessed the right side (guitar in my left hand) was the vintage guitar, YOU WERE CORRECT!

Took at least a second to tell, though, right?!? In a blind sound / play test it is hard to tell too. Mario and his team make the best F-Style guitars on the planet! Closest to the real deal you can get! @marioguitars

Time to play everyone's favorite party game – whic

Time to play everyone's favorite party game - which is the @marioguitars T-Style and which one is the real 1960 Fender Telecaster?

Something special on the bench today – 1960 Teleca

Something special on the bench today - 1960 Telecaster. Refinished and refretted by unknown master luthier.

We will be consigning this soon - DM if interested. (This girl will not be cheap.) #telecaster #1960telecaster #tele

Another one of Jack's non-guitar related emotional

Another one of Jack's non-guitar related emotional mental health rants incoming:

I am going to be honest with you guys, the general public and online buying public have been grinding me down. It seems much more often that people are more crass, rude and / or unpleasant in all of the interactions in their virtual or literal lives.

I see a general vacancy day in and day out at the store - people are living so deep in their own little bubbles that they are unaware of what is happening around them. (Literally, not metaphorically.)

My online messages used to contain a lot of pleasantries and I made a ton of friends through post-sale discussion. It seems more and more people are skipping the "Hey man, how is it going?..." and going straight to "WEIGHT?!?" or "ETA?!"

So today I roll into the parking lot of Office Max to drop off some FedEx packages with my faith in humanity running low and I am stopped by an older gentleman who looked a lot like my own grandfather. I thought "great, he is going to chew me out for where I parked, what I am doing,etc."

Then, he hands me this and says "I don't need any money, I just love to draw....never had a lesson!" Before shaking my hand, skittering off and driving away.

I can never tell him how much I needed that.
I would love to see more of that.
Be kind, do what you love. ❤️

Well, you don't see that every day…

Well, you don't see that every day...

Good news is flooding was minimal and no guitars o

We have old plumbing and it took its vengeance tod

We have old plumbing and it took its vengeance today. So... we're closed.

Guest tech in da house today! @haggtronix

Guest tech in da house today!
@haggtronix

Happy new amp day to me! @3rdpoweramps Wooly Coat

Happy new amp day to me!
@3rdpoweramps Wooly Coats Extra Spanky

This is a bucket list amp for me - and it came walking in the front door! When I worked at @guitarmill / @marioguitars a 3rd Power Extra Spanky was our test amp and I always LOVED how it sounded - ESPECIALLY the mid range response. If you need me, I will be playing with this amp for the next 3-5 business days.

Dylana is a genius amp maker - her and her team are in the middle of a big move, so give them your support! #3rdpoweramps

Here is a slightly longer cut of my interview with

Here is a slightly longer cut of my interview with the one and only George Gruhn!

You can watch the whole video on YouTube now, link in bio!

📽: @peerlessfilms
@gruhnmanufacturing
@gruhnguitars

Jack' Guitarcheology is YOUR new guitar guy! Come

Jack' Guitarcheology is YOUR new guitar guy!
Come see us at 107 Public Sq. in Lebanon TN to peruse our premier selection of weirdo and specialty guitars - vintage to modern!

Wednesday - Saturday: 10AM to 6PM
Sunday: NOON to 5PM

OR, WE SHIP ALL OVER THE WORLD!
Shop online at www.jacksguitarcheology.com

The Guitarcheologist meets the Guitarchitect! Re

The Guitarcheologist meets the Guitarchitect!

Recently I sat down with the one and only George Gruhn to discuss the @gruhnmanufacturing Versitar, life and the market in general.

My full interview with George Gruhn about the State of the Market goes live on our YouTube today at 2:30 PM CST!

📽: @peerlessfilms
@gruhnguitars

Woke up feeling slightly under the weather, so I w

Woke up feeling slightly under the weather, so I will likley be in and (mostly) out of the shop today. Treat my boys right in my absence!

Jad, Cade and Tyler will be playing Kevin McAllister today from NOON to 6PM.

Go see 'em!

(Swipe for a jump scare 😱)

Playing it safe and openin' late! Come see us to

Playing it safe and openin' late!

Come see us tomorrow THURS FEB. 20th
NOON to 6PM

"I'm not even supposed to be here today!" @thatk

"I'm not even supposed to be here today!"

@thatkevinsmith

LIMITED HOURS TODAY DUE TO WEATHER. Come see Jack

LIMITED HOURS TODAY DUE TO WEATHER.
Come see Jack from NOON to 4PM today FEB. 19TH.

Keep an eye on our socials, as if the snow refreezes on the roads tonight, we will likely hold the same hours tomorrow (Thurs, 2/20)

Stay safe and warm out there! #snowstorm2025

Vintage tuners dirty? Don't work at all? You ne

Vintage tuners dirty?
Don't work at all?

You need @ballistol_de!

A good pro tip to keep your vintage tuners moving smoothly and looking their best is an overnight soak in gun oil and a good wipe down in the morning! #themoreyouknow

Just a $100 pawn shop score, nothing to see her…

Just a $100 pawn shop score, nothing to see her....ARE THOSE PAT. PENDING GROVERS?!?!?!

(Swipe to find out)

Do you have a minute to talk about one of my perso

Do you have a minute to talk about one of my personal heroes @officialherbalpert?

Saw him tonight in Lexington at the @lexoperahouse - even at 89 years old, what an incredible performer and an incredibly generous and humble man. The world would benefit from more Herb Alperts. #herbalpert #herbalpertandthetijuanabrass

Whattya know, vintage store / flea market finds ar

Whattya know, vintage store / flea market finds are still out there. Grabbed this guy at a vintage store in Lexington, KY for a steal! Coming soon to the store! #teisco #teiscospectrum

Man, I love owning a guitar store in a flood zone.

Man, I love owning a guitar store in a flood zone. It is the coolest. #sandtana #joesandriani #eddiesandhalen

"Lemme just check this out real quick…….annnnn

"Lemme just check this out real quick.......annnnnd I made spaghetti." #spahgett

We suped up this Squier Tele and it RULES! GFS D

We suped up this Squier Tele and it RULES!

GFS Dynasonic and Goldfoil both sound killer.

Who wants to be John Entwhistle? I got a *check

Who wants to be John Entwhistle?

I got a *check notes* Precision-Exlorer-Bird in this week on consignment! #catalado #precisionbird #pbird

Cleaning this up to sell back to an old friend. Th

Cleaning this up to sell back to an old friend. This Melody Maker has been in my personal collection for five or six years and since I got my vintage Melody Maker, this one is not getting played.

This belonged to my friend @kentucky.fried.thiccun - it was her father's and I am stoked to sell it back to her now that he is gone. #Gibson #MelodyMaker

Shout out to @cwinnstrings for the rad vintage FAT

Shout out to @cwinnstrings for the rad vintage FATHEAD for my Strat! #fathead #brass #kissmybrass

Another killer mod job for one of our favorite reg

Another killer mod job for one of our favorite regulars - @rocksluggo!

Barry has been with us since the beginning and we greatly appreciate him trusting us to do all his work! #Gibson #Gibsunday #gibsonlespaul

Getting the team at @gruhnmanufacturing to make me

Getting the team at @gruhnmanufacturing to make me a Versitar Thinline. 🥰🤩🥰

Sure, I do guitar work, but I also have a huge bla

Sure, I do guitar work, but I also have a huge black book of very talented colleagues and why would I deny myself their talents?!?

I just got two mods done with @cwinnstrings:

1. Quattro, the half Gator got a USB rechargeable back plate to power the @adrpedals Gator boost. Added bonus, Chad gave me his vintage Fathead headstock plate. Cannot tell if it improved the sound, but it looks rad.

2. My 1979 Gretsch Comittee bass got a "blower" switch that bypasses the tone circuit and sends the pickup straight to jack for maximum punch.

Chad is one of the more talented looths I know and I am lucky to call him a colleague and a friend.

Hank Hill Mushroom Sticker by @babecicadaart

Why is this still here? This guitar is so rad! E

Why is this still here? This guitar is so rad!

Early 1980s Westone Leader. Made in Japan.

Short scale, slammed action. Vintage DiMarzio. It is a killer. What more could you want?

I dunno if I can post content this spicy on Insta

I dunno if I can post content this spicy on Insta - we might have to start an OF!

1966 Fender Mustang in astounding condition - even still has the tremolo bar and bridge cover. Available online soon - DM for details or to call dibs.
#fendermustang #1966fender #1966fendermustang #dakotared @fender

Up this morning working on something special. 🥰

Up this morning working on something special. 🥰🤩🥰

This SUPER ORIGINAL 1966 Mustang in Dakota Red will be available soon. DM for price and details! #vintagefender #fendermustang @fender

Remember the Alamo! (Because no one else seems to

Remember the Alamo!
(Because no one else seems to remember Alamo Guitars, and they are awesome.)

This little Fiesta is ready to rip, roar and rock n roll! #alamoguitars #alamofiesta

Private date night at @demeterscommon was a blast!

Private date night at @demeterscommon was a blast!

If you are looking for a unique date night, this was 100% worth it! @downtownlebanontennessee

Happy #Gibsunday! – AFTER I did something I neve

Happy #Gibsunday! - AFTER

I did something I never do - I took "Before" pics and posted them a little earlier!

Here is the what this 1968 @gibsonguitar Blue Ridge looks like now that it is done! Big shouts to @gearldstrickland at @musiccityvintageguitars for the killer job on the neck reset.

This thing belongs to one of my oldest buddies Shelby at @loudandclearstudio! I was recording there last year and saw this baby neglected in the corner.

Results posted tonight! #beforeandafter

Happy #Gibsunday! – BEFORE I did something I nev

Happy #Gibsunday! - BEFORE

I did something I never do - I took "Before" pics so I am gonna post those first! Here is the what this 1968 @gibsonguitar Blue Ridge looked like when I brought it to the shop to work on from Kentucky.

This thing belongs to one of my oldest buddies Shelby at @loudandclearstudio! I was recording there last year and saw this baby neglected in the corner.

Results posted tonight! #beforeandafter

Twelve years goes by real fast when you are having

Twelve years goes by real fast when you are having fun. ❤️

Everyone's face cracks in the winter! Check out

Everyone's face cracks in the winter!

Check out this beautiful @collingsguitars Jumbo that a customer brought in for a face seal. Really happy with how subtle the end result is - if your guitar cracked the driest winter in recent memory, come see us!

#collingsguitar #guitarrepair

Another "Please sir, can you just get my first gui

Another "Please sir, can you just get my first guitar playing again" project down for @sauteslut!

I love these "by any means necessary" types of jobs! Thanks Anthony!

That fretboard is PURTY and my wrist is HURTY #fr

That fretboard is PURTY
and my wrist is HURTY

#fretwork #fretlevel

Finally got my Christmas present to myself fixed u

Finally got my Christmas present to myself fixed up!

1962 @gibsonguitar Melody Maker
Original Finish peaking through a Black spray-over.
Vintage Leo Quan Badass
1980s Lace Sesor
Original Tuners, electronics & knobs.
Modern relic'd vibrola & pickguard

Overall I am obsessed. I love one-pickup Gibsons and this one just oozes mojo. It will make a nice addition to my collection! #Gibson #melodymaker

What ARE we up to??!!?!?! @peerlessfilms

What ARE we up to??!!?!?!

@peerlessfilms

This 1974 20th anniversary left handed Les Paul Cu

This 1974 20th anniversary left handed Les Paul Custom is not usually what I would call weird, but they could not have made many left handed ones.

This one just came in for a set up and cleaninf and it looks like a museum piece now! #notforsale #customerrepair

Fozzy Osborne says happy #Gibsunday! This Memphi

Fozzy Osborne says happy #Gibsunday!

This Memphis made ES-335 Satin came in last week and it is a KILLER.

You aren't ready for this, but your kids are gonna love it! #es335 #Gibsunday #Gibson @gibsonguitar

We had two USA Strats come in this week, so HAPPY

We had two USA Strats come in this week, so HAPPY STRATURDAY INDEED! #Stratocaster #straturday

Happy 101 years, @lebchamber!

Happy 101 years, @lebchamber!

When you try to organize your work area but you ha

When you try to organize your work area but you have issues with object permanence. #ADHD #adhdentrepreneur

This reel inspired by reel events.

Big, BIG shouts to Dave at @scalemodelguitars for

Big, BIG shouts to Dave at @scalemodelguitars for knocking the refret of my Gretsch Committee out of the park. Dave is the best refretter in Nashville, if not the world, and he is a sweetheart to boot.

Check out how good she looks next to Dan from @thetan_hc and @black_matter_mastering same model Committee.

I have always loved these basses, stoked to have one! #gretsch #gretschcommittee

Vintage tone dust sales – TOO HOT FOR @reverb! A

Vintage tone dust sales - TOO HOT FOR @reverb!

A story in five frames. #toohotforreverb

Recently I was lucky enough to get to sit down and

Recently I was lucky enough to get to sit down and talk to George Gruhn about his Versitar, which are made right here in Lebanon!

Here is a highlight of what we talked about, but you can see the full interview on the Jack's Guitarcheology YouTube channel.

Shout out to my good buddy Cam at @peerlessfilms for making this look fantastic!

Happy #Gibsunday! @gibsunday Always a pleasure t

Happy #Gibsunday!
@gibsunday

Always a pleasure to see my old buddy @tmhbp - and his 1974-75 Gibson Les Paul Natty! Thanks for always trusting us with your rad gear Todd! #Gibson #gibsonlespaul @gibsonguitar @gibsoncustom

Experimenting with hiding a headstock break repair

Experimenting with hiding a headstock break repair with a relic - really proud of how this one turned out.

Headstock was snapped clean off of this one and you wouldn't know from more than a foot away! #headstockrepair #epiphone #relic

Gotta brag on pur lead tech Cade for glowing up Ty

Gotta brag on pur lead tech Cade for glowing up Tyler's Sheraton! What a makeover!

New pickups, wiring harness and Bigsby! Oh la la!

We are now carrying / connected to @samhillcustom

We are now carrying / connected to @samhillcustom cabinets! Need a unique and eye catching travel cab?

This one is a prototype that has the cab, tilt back stand and pedalboard all in one enclosure. Really cool cabs and pedalboards made locally!

Peep also: @vintageresonance

Never thought that a sunburst finish would make a

Never thought that a sunburst finish would make a guitar weird, but have you ever seen a non-polka dot Buddy Guy?

This thing is a singer, plays so good - one of the better strats in the shop right now. Been kinda obsessed with Lace Sensors lately. #strat #stratocaster

We just got this Tone Bakery Jazzbird in, and it R

We just got this Tone Bakery Jazzbird in, and it ROCKS.

Original owner changed the bridge pickup, so the switch middle was really out of phase. We moved the original middle down and added a goldfoil P-90 in the middle.

Much more balanced tone, and you can blend in the goldfoil. This is one of the best sub-$1k guitars in the shop rn! #tonebakery #jazzbird

RIP to a legendary filmmaker and musician. It make

RIP to a legendary filmmaker and musician. It makes so much sense that you played a Parker Fly and a weird Fernandes.

David Lynch taught me that life is surreal and things don't always make sense - but he also taught me how to embrace that uncertainty.

#davidlynch

Got a really long road ahead with this one, but it

Got a really long road ahead with this one, but it is too cool not to share.

The good news: I got a great deal on this early 1960s Gretsch Country Gentleman.

The bad news: it has spent 30+ years in the Phillipines, so it has one of the worst cases of binding rot I have ever seen.

More good news: electronics all still work, including the original wax paper capacitors on the mudswitch.

Trying to decide if I want to attempt to do the rebind myself or hire it out. Does anyone know anybody who specializes in high end rebinds?

I have rebound guitars before, but mostly modern guitars with a relatively lower value. Little nervous to rebind such a rad vintage instrument.

Anyway, all rotten and stuff, she is still a beauty to look at. @officialgretsch #gretsch #gretschcountrygentleman

This is probably the best bass in the shop right n

This is probably the best bass in the shop right now. I know because it is a clone of my Serpentine bass and it is one of my favorite basses.

The fact this thing is still here blows my mind. Message me and mention this post for a special offer! #Serpentine #serpentinebass #marioguitars

Happy #millimetricmonday! This @millimetricinstr

Happy #millimetricmonday!

This @millimetricinstruments model is only serial #005! It is one of the more interesting boutique models we have in right now and I am surprised it is not getting more attention.

Mention this post and get this guy for $2800 shipped anywhere in the lower 48. Comes with a case that looks like a gun case. #millimetricinstruments

Had a blast opening with @bigiftrueband last night

Had a blast opening with @bigiftrueband last night for @thelightninluke and @thekoffinkats_official!

@therumoursband stole the show - kick ass band, really fun rock n roll. Love living around Nashville and getting to be apart of so many cool shows!

@cobra_nashville

Happy #gibsunday! @gibsunday This is a 1980s-19

Happy #gibsunday!
@gibsunday

This is a 1980s-1990s Gibson "Factory Guitar" SG. That is to say - it is not technically a Gibson, but it was made by a Gibson employee off the clock.

Neck-thru and loaded with Gibson Custom Shop Humbuckers, this thing is such a killer guitar. The inlay work alone was hours of time spent.

I walk by this guitar like everyday and wonder why it is still here. $1600 shipped anywhere in the local 48 if you mention this post.

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