Josh Baldridge – Fender – 2017 American Professional Precision Bass – Candy Apple Red This American Professional P-bass brings a classic color to the American Pro lineup. I’m a sucker for bursts and red guitars and this one fills the latter slot nicely. Also, the professional series are now the only stock Fender models to come with Rosewood fingerboards so don’t miss out with rosewood becoming … Continue reading August 2017 Staff Picks
This past month Master Luthier, and close friend of the store, Bill Collings passed away after a battle with cancer. We thought we’d take this month’s staff picks and turn it into a tribute, showcasing some of the fine instruments Bill and his team have crafted over the years. Feel free to share any of your favorite Collings instruments or stories in the comments below. Josh Baldridge … Continue reading July 2017 Staff Picks – Collings Edition
Josh Baldridge – Martin Acoustic Guitars – Custom Shop Dreadnought Wild Grain EIR Our Custom Shop Martin from NAMM has now arrived! Matt and I had a blast picking out the woodset and putting together a beautiful D-28 Style dread with some hot rodded specs. Adirondack top, hide glue, forward shifted bracing…it lives up to everything I was hoping it would be while choosing the specs. Check … Continue reading June 2017 Staff Picks
The crew at Waterloo Guitars, led by master luthier Bill Collings, continues to build these stripped down, vintage inspired guitars, each one filling another niche in the all but forgotten parlor guitars of the past. Whereas the original Maple backed WL-12 has a bright sparkle to the tone, this all Mahogany 12-Fret model is dark and moody, with a direct, crisp attack followed by a … Continue reading Waterloo WL-12 Mh – First Impressions
It’s the time of year for backyard bbq jams, and garageband rehearsals. Time to tune up, and restring those guitars that have been neglected during the winter. To celebrate summer being just around the corner we’re bringing back our Summer String sale. Stop by the store from June 1st through August 31st and stock up on your favorite $5 electric and $6 acoustic guitar strings! Continue reading Summer 2017 String Sale
Josh Baldridge – Tom Anderson Electric Guitars – Raven Classic Shorty – Surf Green Can’t beat the quality and attention to detail from the crew over at Anderson. This Surf Green Raven is loaded with a quiet P90 in the neck and a Humbucker in the bridge for tons of tonal variations. Check out our collection of Anderson Guitars! Jim Baggett – Martin Acoustic Guitars – 1937 … Continue reading May 2017 Staff Picks
Josh Baldridge – Waterloo by Collings – WL-12 I was really looking forward to the arrival of this guitar and now I can say that it was worth the wait. I love that it has such a distinct voice. Every time I sit with it I find that I approach songs a little differently and that always brings a smile to my face. Check out our … Continue reading April 2017 Staff Picks
Josh Baldridge – Fender – 2017 American Professional Telecaster – Butterscotch Blonde
Super cool that Fender is building an American made Blackguard Butterscotch Tele as a standard model again. Previously it was only offered as a vintage model. The wood grain on the particular guitar we have in is fantastic.
Check out our collection of Fender American Professional guitars!
Jim Baggett – Collings Acoustic Guitars – OM1A Cutaway
Extremely versatile guitar, great for finger style players but plenty of headroom for flatpicking thanks to the Adirondack top.
Our Collings inventory is always changing – head on over to view the latest in our Collings Collection!
Eric Putnam – Tom Anderson Electric Guitars – T Classic Shorty Hollow – Blonde
My favorite guitar in the shop at the moment. Its one of those great guitars that makes you go to different musical places. Great player!
Here are the latest Boutique Electrics to hit the website!
Matt Pelsma – Martin Acoustic Guitars – 1963 00-21 Used
This guitar is billed as a great finger style playing instrument, but I think this thing really sings with a pick. This guitar carries a strong vintage tone that could rival a guitar twice it’s age.
Check out our current collection of Vintage Instruments.
Jade Rowland – Eastman Acoustic Guitars – E20SS
This solid rosewood slope shoulder dreadnought is lovely to play, It sounds loud and full when strummed and every note played finger style has some weight behind it. Its specs and sound far exceed what the price would suggest.
Check out our expanding Eastman lineup
Mike Horan – Gibson Acoustic Guitars -1954 J-45 Used
Someone please buy this guitar before one of us has too….it’s just that tempting
Some vintage guitars come into the store and quickly become staff favorites – this J-45 is definitely one of them!
Matt Harmon – Lindy Fralin Guitar Pickups – Tele Stock Bridge
When you bring your tele in the shop for new pickups, this is what I recommend. This Fralin is really hard to beat, coming in at under $100 there isn’t anything that comes close to the sound.
One of the many great pickups here at the shop!
Trey Durkin – Collings Acoustic Guitars – 2015 CJ-35 A Used
Perfectly balanced strummer, with a great voice for picking melodies as well. This CJ-35 is amazingly responsive and satisfying to play for a recently build Adi topped guitar. The short scale length makes it a dream to play.
One of best deals on used guitar in the shop right now!
Susan Willits – Bart Reiter Banjos – Round Peak
I love the sound of this Bart Reiter Round Peak. It has a wonderfully warm, round, plunky tone. Bart has a great reputation for making quality banjos and it’s easy to see why when you play this Round Peak.
Check out all the Banjos we currently have in-stock.
Matt Kappenman – Waterloo by Collings – WL-12
While prepping for our upcoming vintage guitar on a budget event I dove back into our stock of Waterloos. After play testing them ALL I keep coming back to the WL-12 with it’s full low end and loads of projection.
Josh Baldridge – Gretsch Electric Guitars – G2655T Streamliner Jr. Center Block – Walnut Stain Comfy short scale, semi-hollowbody Gretsch with a Bigsby tailpiece. A LOT of tone at a really affordable price. Check out our collection of Gretsch Electric Guitars! Jim Baggett – Martin Acoustic Guitars – 1927 0-42 Crack free, really great player thanks to a professional neck reset. Our Vintage inventory is always changing – head on … Continue reading February 2017 Staff Picks
NAMM was a whirlwind couple of days catching up with vendors, putting faces to names and scoping out all of the new gear for 2017. This year we sent managers Josh B and Matt K to track down everything from new Academy Series Taylors to Chase Bliss Pedals or new Collings Relics. Below you’ll find a photo gallery of some of our favorite gear. Make sure … Continue reading Mass Street Music NAMM 2017 Roundup
