Few flat-tops command the reverence of a Martin 45. Emerging in the early part of the 20th century and few in number, they are now some of the most collectible acoustic guitars known. Among them are ...

The guitar joins other significant early American musical instruments in the museum’s permanent galleries, some of which represent the first of their kind made in America.

The allure of vintage guitars extends beyond their sonic qualities; they are also prized for their ability to appreciate in value over time. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a musician seeking ...

Here's a tickle of good auction news: The very busy eagle-eyed appraisers of Julien's Auctions have pulled off yet another rock-and-roll coup. Kurt Cobain's custom-electrified Martin D18E, used during ...

The Moravian Historical Society is honored to exhibit a rare 1834 Stauffer-style Martin and Schatz Guitar made in New York City by Christian Frederick Martin Sr. (1796-1873) and Henry Schatz ...

In 2007, Jayson Dobney, an Iowan with a master’s degree in the history of musical instruments, from the University of South Dakota, moved to New York to be a curator in the department of musical ...

As a musician and a hoarder, I’ve got a wicked soft spot for fine, high-priced musical instruments as well as oddball music memorabilia, signed or otherwise. As an impoverished piece of human garbage ...

With the NAMM Show returning to the Anaheim Convention Center June 3-5, event producers hosted its annual preview day on Thursday. A select number of vendors gathered outside the main exhibit hall to ...