(615) 915-1851 606 8th Ave S, Nashville TN

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Customer Reviews

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
a month ago
If you're into guitars, THIS is the place for you. My husband wanted to check it out before we left town, and it is truly an impressive place. Large, clean, and bright, they have hundreds (at least) of guitars on display for sale. I can't pretend to know the first thing about guitars in general, but there were plenty of knowledgable staff members floating around. There's also "The Vault" with the rare and expensive stuff that is interesting. Overall, a cool experience.
Nicole Nittel
4 months ago
I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Carter Vintage Guitars. With the help of the wonderful salesperson Noah, I purchased my very first vintage Martin guitar. Noah was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the entire process—spending time with me over two afternoons to help me find the right instrument. I truly valued his guidance and never felt rushed or pressured. Thanks to him, I walked away with a guitar I absolutely love. This was a 10/10 experience, and I’ll definitely be back in the future!
Adam Brunner
3 weeks ago
I just received my 2005 Buddy Guy Strat from Nick and the quality of what was advertised was more then expected. Carter Vintage had exactly what I was looking. Nick provided me with a DEMO of the guitar...It was his Blues playing, spotless guitar appearance and I was sold. The whole transaction was impressive. When time comes again to purchase another vintage guitar, I have no worries in working with Nick and the Carter Team.....
Jason Madison
5 months ago
Literally heaven on earth. The selection was amazing and staff was so helpful. Everyone talked to me and my family and helped us with all the guitars. It’s not guitar center or gibson garage where a $2000 guitar is locked in place. You can go into carter and pick up an original 52 gold top and play it. I ended up getting a R0. Zach helped me and my brother out in getting our dream guitars. Awesome spot to visit!
TEO
2 months ago

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Whitney Fenimore performs "It's Not Me" | Live from Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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1958 Gibson Les Paul Special | Quinn Sullivan | Live at Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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2010 Collings D42 played by Carl Miner | Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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Chatham Rabbits perform "Collateral Damage" | Live from 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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Charlie Worsham performs "Wrap My Porch Around" | Live from Carter Vintage Guitars | Nashville, TN
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Mike Seal
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2014 Gibson Billy F. Gibbons Les Paul played by George Collins
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2024 Bunting Alice played by RJ Ronquillo
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1968 Gibson ES-335 Giveaway and It's Legendary History by Gary Bohannon

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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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A few tweaks and touches for this #teletuesday // 1972 Fender Telecaster Deluxe // Added Humbucker and two switches for phase selection and coil splitting! Available on our site! Swipe —> #vintage #vintageguitar #guitar #guitars #fender #tele #telecaster #fendertelecaster
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@whitneyfenimore performs “It’s Not Me” Live at @cartervintageguitars // She is playing a 1936 Martin 000-18!! #martinmonday Available on our site! Full video on YouTube! #vintage #vintageguitar #guitar #guitars #martín
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Something Special for everyone’s #gibsunday // @quinnsullivan plays a 1958 Gibson Les Paul Special Live at @cartervintageguitars // He playing through a ‘65 Fender 6G15 Reverb Unit into a ‘65 Fender Deluxe!! Available on our site. Full video on YouTube! #vintage #vintageguitar #guitar #gibsunday #gibson
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Taking back to ‘62 for this #straturday // @justincodyfox plays a killer 1962 Fender Stratocaster Live at @cartervintageguitars He is playing through a Mythos Pedals Extra Hot Overdrive (CVG Exclusive) into a ‘69 Fender Drip Edge Princeton Reverb! Available on our site! Full video on YouTube! #strat #fender #fenderstratocaster #guitar #guitars #vintage #vintageguitar
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The Marcus King Band is bringing their Family Reunion Festival to Charleston on August 23rd & 24th. Don’t miss @realmarcusking @jameyjohnsonofficial @stephen.wilson.jr @mollytuttle and many more live from @fireflydistillery Make sure you head to the link in bio @realmarcusking or below to get your tickets. 2-Day and single day tickets are available! https://www.marcuskingfamilyreunion.com/
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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 […]

Catch Up With Carter!
Catch Up With Carter!
Jun 10th 2025

A LOOK INTO THE NEW AND NOTABLE FROM MAY 25TH – MAY 31ST #gibsunday SUNDAY, MAY 25th Tobin Dale brought the heat with this demo on a 1960 Gibson Les Paul Custom – both this Custom and the Dumble are no longer available but you can shop more black & ebony style Les Pauls HERE. […]

#0001 – Les Paul’s Personal 1977 Gibson 25/50 Anniversary Les Paul Prototype
#0001 – Les Paul’s Personal 1977 Gibson 25/50 Anniversary Les Paul Prototype
Jun 1st 2025

Carter Vintage is honored to announce the upcoming sale of a truly historic instrument: We are offering the first special commemorative guitar – Gibson’s #0001 25/50 Anniversary Les Paul, a limited-edition Custom designed for 1977 to commemorate 25 years of success with the Les Paul model, and the milestone also coincided with 50 years of […]

Catch Up with Carter!
Catch Up with Carter!
May 30th 2025

A recent recap on the latest updates from your friends at CVGMay 18th – April 24th Sunday, May 18th 2025 On May 18th, we were thrilled to invite friends, neighbors, and the vibrant community to a block party welcoming our brand new Product Partners here at CVG. If it’s been a minute since you last […]

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