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Customer Reviews

This is indeed a great place to be. I did enjoy every minute out of 3 hours visit last week. It just felt like the perfect environment for any musician or amateur. The atmosphere was magical and the personnel super hip! I did even compose a tune out of a faboulos Bourgeois which I will hardly reveal the exact model as I will soon be bringing it home! 😉
Giorgio Gastaldello
in the last week
Vintage Guitar paradise that is truly worth the trip. Beyond the incredible collection of vintage guitars, amps, mandolins, banjos, and more, the place has one of the best vibes of a guitar shop. Despite how much these guitars are worth they really want you to play and appreciate them while there. Ended up picking up a 2000s Mandolin at a great price and condition.
Evan Shively
2 months ago
Excellent experience! My husband’s first much anticipated visit to Carter Vintage Guitars did not disappoint. Everyone was wonderful and you can feel magic and history. Andrew helped us and we left with a beautiful custom Telecaster. Success ❤️
Maggie Dame
a month ago
Wonderful experience! Andrew not only took the time to do a great hands-on video review and play through of the guitar, but he did a fantastic job! He knows how to really ‘play’, and made the guitar sound amazing. I had looked for this particular model for a decade, and honestly, wasn’t sure if I was going to make a move on it. But, Andrew’s video sealed the deal. Customer service was great, and the guitar came brilliantly set up. It’s so great to see how much time was taken from start to finish to ensure the experience was great. The guitar was shipped and packed very well, and looked even better than the photos and description. I wouldn’t hesitate to visit Carter Vintage again, they’re truly top class and the player-focused. A+!
JP Baldwin
in the last week
I absolutely loved this place. Much more to see than in any other guitar shop. As a traveler from Brazil I wasn't particularly on the market in this trip, but I had to make a stop and buy a Nashville's iconic guitar at Carter's. The world of music is happier with Carter among us. If you're musician a music enthusiast, make time for a stop and go visit "The Vault" at Carters. You won't regret.
Danilo Rodrigues
4 months ago

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1945 Martin D-28 played by Benny Burrows | Live at Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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1969 Gibson ES-340 TD played by Weston Stewart | Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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1947 Martin D-28 played by Adam Simons | Live at Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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1961 Rickenbacker 365 Capri | Little Barrie | Live from Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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1950/1953 Fender Broadcaster/Telecaster | Guthrie Trapp | Live from Carter Vintage Guitars
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Quinn Sullivan performs "Come & Go Blues" | Live from Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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1937 Martin D-18 played by Seth Taylor | Live at Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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2000 Beard E Series Phil Ledbetter | Gideon Boley | Live at Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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1960 Gibson Les Paul Jr played by George Collins | Live from Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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2014 Gibson Billy F. Gibbons Les Paul played by George Collins

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@realmarcusking performs his latest single “Honky Tonk Hell” Live at @cartervintageguitars Check him out on tour in 2025!! Marcus is playing a 1951 Fender Nocaster in to a 1965 Fender Vibrolux. Available on our site! Full video on YouTube! #vintageguitar #guitar #guitars #vintage #fender #fenderguitar #marcusking #nashville
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Only 91 Pre-War D-45’s exist… and this ‘39 is one of just a handful of “Special Orders” with his name factory inlaid in the fingerboard // 1939 Martin D-45 S // Built for cowboy singer Ken MacKenzie, it features Brazilian Rosweood, Adirondack Spruce, and Abalone everywhere!! A true piece of Martin history! Now available on our site! Swipe —>
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Beyond proud to see Carter Vintage Guitars new showroom featured at BNA Airport! Thank you to @visitmusiccity @cartervintageguitars @liannemontague
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Something Special for your Thursday … @cole_rogers_w plays a 1960 Gibson Les Paul Special Live at Carter Vintage Guitars! He is playing through a Klon Centaur into a Silverface Fender Princeton Reverb! Available on our site! Full video on YouTube! #vintage #vintageguitar #guitar #gibson #guitars
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Fireglo finish, toaster pickups, and more jangle than a keychain!! // 1961 Rickenbacker 365 Capri Fireglo Finish // Vintage chime & Timeless vibe! Now available on our site. Swipe —> #vintage #vintageguitar #guitar #guitars #rickenbacker
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Spending this #teletuesday with our buddy @mikesealguitar playing a 1960 Fender Telecaster Live at @cartervintageguitars // He is playing through a 1966 Fender Deluxe Reverb. Available on our site! Full video on YouTube! #vintage #vintageguitar #guitar #guitars #teletuesday #fender #tele #telecaster
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Blogs & News

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Enter to Win a Vintage Guitar!
Enter to Win a Vintage Guitar!
Oct 3rd 2025

We’re giving away a 1961 Gibson LP Junior to one lucky CVG subscriber! Click below to sign up to be entered to win this vintage Gibson, open now through Black Friday! Competition closes November 28, 2025. One grand prize winner will be randomly selected, and five additional winners will be chosen to receive a Carter […]

Social Media Recap
Social Media Recap
Sep 16th 2025

A LOOK INTO THE NEW AND NOTABLE FROM SEPT 7TH – SEPT 13th click the images for more info or links to products SUNDAY SEPT 7TH #celebsunday Friends from Linkin Park showed up on a recent visit to Nashville for their incredible show at Bridgestone. Always an honor to host talent of this magnitude! #gibsunday […]

A Vintage Martin D-45 S: Serial #74011
A Vintage Martin D-45 S: Serial #74011
Sep 16th 2025

In the late 1930s, cowboy culture swept the nation, much like it is again now. Even in the state of Maine, where one was more likely to hunt lobster than prairie dogs, life in the wild west was the subject of local radio programs. Back in those days, being a fixture on a radio program […]

The Historic Series: A ‘Burst Reborn
The Historic Series: A ‘Burst Reborn
Aug 8th 2025

What happens when authenticators of some of the world’s most sought after guitars take all the best parts of every ‘Burst they’ve ever touched and make one exquisite instrument? You get the CVG Historic Series 1959 Gibson Les Paul So, what exactly is the Carter Vintage Guitars Gibson 1959 Les Paul Reissue? Ben Montague – […]

The New Artist Series Marcus King ES-345
The New Artist Series Marcus King ES-345
Jun 25th 2025

We’re proud to call Marcus King a dear friend, and are thrilled to feature Gibson’s brand new Marcus King ES-345 Sixties Cherry model! Marcus is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for his fiery blend of blues, soul, and Southern rock. A prodigy raised in a family of musicians, he’s earned acclaim for his […]

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