Host an Unforgettable Event in The Vault at Carter Vintage Guitars Step into a space where history, craftsmanship, and music come alive. The Vault at Carter Vintage Guitars is more than just a venue—it’s an experience. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering, a corporate event, a private concert, or a milestone celebration, The Vault offers […]
By Ben Montague, CEO of Carter Vintage Guitars At Carter Vintage Guitars, we believe that history is something to be cherished, whether it’s found in the patina of a beautifully aged guitar or the delicate hands of a vintage timepiece. Every instrument, like every watch, tells a story—of its maker, its owner, and the moments […]
Welcome to the New Era of Guitar Care: CVG Repair Shop Expands with Expert Setups and More! Carter Vintage is thrilled to be open for outside repairs! If you’re a fan of the warm, rich tones of vintage guitars, hopefully you’re already familiar with our dedicated team. Over the years, we’ve built a reputation for […]
Their Mission To deliver FREE quality instruments directly to people throughout Appalachia who were affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, using a “donor match” program, where their organization pledges to give instruments of the same or comparable quality that were lost. Why They’re Passionate ReString Appalachia supports Music Wellness by addressing the deep personal, cultural, […]
For years, Carter Vintage Guitars has been the heart of vintage and rare instrument collecting, bringing together musicians, collectors, and enthusiasts from around the world. Today, we are taking that passion to new heights with the official launch of The Carter Vault—a carefully curated collection of the rarest, most sought-after instruments ever to pass through […]
In June 2024, a generous planned giving donor in Stockton, California left his estate to the ALS Association. While going through his property, Probate Court representatives discovered a collection of 55 rare and handmade instruments, mostly guitars, that were in excellent condition. Acting quickly with the help of the San Joaquin County Public Administrators office, […]
UPDATE: Thank you to all our participants! We hope you had a safe holiday season. The winner was Derek Keith Brooker! Happy New Year, everyone! – the Carter Vintage team From moving to our brand new showroom, to opening our new repair shop, to our newly updated website, we’ve had a huge year here at […]
I’ve encountered Tony Joe White, either from afar, or up close and personal, a few times in my life. These encounters with him were always fun and educational for me. The first time was when, “Polk Salad Annie” was released in 1969. Being from California, where there really isn’t an accent (unless you count the […]
Carter Vintage Guitars, in association with Nashville Basement Stage, is proud to host AMERICANAFEST Songwriter Rounds at Carter Studios! The songwriter rounds are Thursday, September 19th and Friday September 20th, and are open only to AMERICANAFEST passholders. CAROLINE JONES Thursday 3:00 PM Instagram: @carolinejonesWebsite: carolinejones.com SOMEWHERE BLUE Thursday 3:00 PM Instagram: @somewhereblue HENRY CONLON Thursday […]