Guitar & Instrument Collection Liquidation
How Our Collection
Purchasing Process Works
Whether you're liquidating a lifelong collection, settling an estate, or selling a retiring musician's instruments — our collection buying process is designed to be fast, fair, and completely hassle-free.
We Document & Value Your Collection Together
We start with a conversation — by phone, email, or text. You share photos and details of your instruments, and I document and appraise some or all of the collection remotely. We discuss pricing openly so there's a clear understanding of value before I ever travel. That means minimal back-and-forth when it's time to buy — no surprises, no lowball offers on arrival, no drawn-out negotiation.
I Come to You — Anywhere in the U.S.
For large instrument collections, I come to you. Depending on distance, I either drive out in my own box truck or fly to your location and rent a truck on-site. Either way, the goal is the same: buy the entire collection in a single visit. No multiple trips, no partial purchases, no leaving instruments behind. One transaction, handled completely.
We Load Up & You Get Paid — Same Day
Once we've gone through the collection, we load everything into the truck promptly and get you paid on the spot. No waiting on wire transfers, no payment holds, no "we'll send a check." Collection liquidation shouldn't drag on — and with us, it doesn't. You walk away paid the same day your instruments leave.
I Buy & Appraise Vintage Guitar Collections Online Or In Person
I am deeply passionate about beautiful vintage instruments, whether I keep them to play or pass them along to another passionate individual. I believe each guitar tells an incredibly unique story, so when I appraise your guitar, I want to hear its background, see a picture of the original owner, or hear stories about the guitar’s experiences. For top-rated guitar appraisals, please email us at joesvintageguitars94@gmail.com.
Nationwide Vintage Guitar Collection Purchase & Appraisals
Sell An Electric Or Acoustic
Guitar Collection
At The Right Price
I have been through years of trial and error associated with buying and selling electric or acoustic guitars, and can usually tell within minutes what your guitar collection is truly worth. Whether you have a large collection of Gibsons to sell, or a huge mix of makes and models. I can help you to sell your guitar collection.
Get A Free Appraisal
For Your Guitar Collection
Not sure what your collection is worth? I offer free appraisals with no obligation to sell. I can also help you document and organize your collection — whether you’re planning to sell, insure, or simply want a clear record of what you have.
Years Of Experience
Buying & Selling Guitars Throughout The States
Take advantage of my passion, knowledge, and years of experience with new and vintage guitars, and let me make the sale process easy and risk-free for you.
Inherited A Guitar Collection And Need To Get It Appraised & Sell It?
We Buy Vintage Acoustic & Electric Guitar Collections In Any State
If you have become the proud new owner of a guitar collection but have no clue what it is worth or where to even begin appraising it, I can help! I travel to you no matter your location in the United States for in-person guitar appraisals, or can schedule an online meetup instead.
It is always my goal to make sure you understand the worth of the guitar in your possession. I will never shortcut you or make up false information. My passion for beautiful, vintage guitars drives everything I do. If you’re interested in a free appraisal for your vintage guitar, please email us at joesvintageguitars94@gmail.com or text us at 602-900-6635.
Sourced Across the Country
Notable Collection
Purchases
We travel wherever the great instruments are — flying, driving, and hauling truckloads of history to bring you the finest vintage guitars and amps available anywhere.
700+ Guitars & Amps from a Retiring Collector
One of our largest single acquisitions ever. A lifelong collector in Tucson had spent decades amassing an extraordinary range of guitars and amplifiers, and we were honored to be trusted with his entire inventory upon retirement. Every piece was hand-inspected and brought back to our shop.
100+ Rare 1950s–1960s Instruments
We flew out to New Jersey, rented a box truck, and loaded it with over 100 remarkable instruments spanning the golden era of American lutherie. An incredible concentration of mid-century pieces from a collector named Art — see the haul for yourself in the video below. Among the highlights: a stunning 1960 Gretsch 6120 that became the centerpiece of our collector's guide to the model.
100+ Premium Archtop Jazz Guitars
A private gentleman in Santa Fe had assembled one of the finest personal archtop collections we've ever encountered. Over 100 premium jazz guitars — carved tops, big names, and rare finds — acquired in a single purchase. A true once-in-a-career buy.
80+ Top-Tier Acoustic Guitars
We flew to Connecticut and rented a truck on-site to haul back more than 80 exceptional acoustic guitars — a deep collection of high-end flat-tops representing some of the most sought-after builders in American lutherie history. One standout from this collection was a Gibson J-45 that went on to be featured in our complete guide to identifying vintage Gibson J-45s, J-50s, and SJs.
100+ Rare Vintage Fender Amps — Bought in a Single Day
One of the most remarkable single-day hauls we've ever pulled off. Over 100 rare vintage Fender amplifiers — plus several guitars — all acquired in one visit in Southern Arizona. Every amp loaded up and gone the same day. See the haul in the video below.
Sell Your Vintage Guitar Collection Online
Meet Vintage Guitar Expert, Joe Dampt
Professional Buyer and Seasoned Collector of Vintage Guitars
Hey there! My name is Joe Dampt and I love old music and old guitars!
I fell in love with the guitar as a youngster while listening to old music from the 50s and 60s. From then on, music has been my life, and I’ve sacrificed and worked hard to make music and musical instruments my livelihood. I love old guitars and musical instruments, but I love the MUSIC even more. I believe that guitars don’t do us any good if they just sit in a case. These beauties are meant to be played!
I’ve performed in many local bands and my favorite styles to play are classic country/western music, swing & dance music, and classic rock & roll.
