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TNAG Global Acquires Norman’s Rare Guitars
Dear Carter Vintage Guitars friends, I’m proud to officially announce that Carter Vintage Guitars and TNAG Global have acquired Norman’s Rare Guitars, in California. Norman’s is one of the most iconic guitar stores in the world, and has been a cornerstone of vintage instruments and guitar culture for generations. This has been a journey I…
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New! CVG x Headstrong Amplifiers Lil’ King Reverb
Introducing: an exclusive new collaboration between Carter Vintage Guitars, JD Simo, & Headstrong Amps! JD Simo has been an intrinsic part of Carter Vintage from the very beginning, helping demo the wonderful guitars and amps we’ve had in the shop over the years. We’ve long been his “home away from home,” as he calls it—and we…
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The MK Burst – 1959 Les Paul Standard
Coming to us from a long-time owner of over 50 years, this exceptional 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard is everything we hope to find in a ‘Burst. Cherished and played through the years, this guitar embodies the very best of what makes these instruments so legendary. The original frets have been previously leveled and the…
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Enter to Win a Vintage Guitar!
We’re giving away a 1961 Gibson LP Junior to one lucky CVG subscriber! Edit: Congrats to our lucky 2025 winners! Competition has closed. Terms and Conditions listed below “A fantastic appeal to beauty in simplicity, this Junior features streamlined feature set: dot inlays, a simple printed logo, cherry red finish, and a single dog ear…
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A Vintage Martin D-45 S: Serial #74011
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…
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The Historic Series: A ‘Burst Reborn
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 –…
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The New Artist Series Marcus King ES-345
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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#0001 – Les Paul’s Personal 1977 Gibson 25/50 Anniversary Les Paul Prototype
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…
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Guthrie Trapp — Grit, Groove, and a Life in Music
At Carter Vintage Guitars, few artists feel more like family than Guthrie Trapp. His relationship with our team runs far deeper than just guitars. So when we teamed up with Spencer at Sonora to launch our new video series, Playback, Guthrie was one of my first calls. It felt right. His playing is iconic, his talent…
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Provenance and the Certified Burst
“Provenance.” From the Oxford Languages Dictionary: “A record of ownership of a work of art or an antique, used as a guide to authenticity or quality.” In the world of vintage guitars, provenance is of the utmost importance. Knowing the history of an instrument and verifying its authenticity is the foundation of the vintage guitar…