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As a young player nearly thirty years ago, big corporate retailers did not exist. Buying my first custom guitar was a memorable personal experience between me and Kevin, a small shop owner in Montpelier, Vermont. His store was a gathering place for players, managed by musicians, where the finest guitars, amps and accessories could be explored. Kevin was passionate about his trade and knew every intimate detail of each instrument in his store. For years, that experience has fueled my passion to create a similar musicians haven. I have been blessed with the opportunity to do just that.
Welcome to The Guitar Sanctuary!
Sincerely, Geo
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Ideal as a gigging workhorse or your first step into premium acoustics, the new 000E and DE Retro Plus Mahogany models from Martin Guitar deliver best-in-class quality at an unbeatable value.
Torrefied Spruce tops combined with solid mahogany back and sides, scalloped spruce X bracing, a Performing Artist neck, and an ebony fingerboard and bridge, give these affordably priced models everything you could want in an acoustic. They even come stage-ready with Martin E1 electronics.
Stop by the store and check one out in person or at GuitarSanctuary.com
We were happy to help our friends at Two-Rock Amplifiers by providing a Classic Reverb Signature head & Cabinet for Brothers Osborne to use during the ACM - Academy of Country Music awards last night at The Star in Frisco.
The all new @taylorguitars Gold Label collection is here!
Featuring beautifully figured Honduran Rosewood or Hawaiian Koa paired with your choice of Natural or Sunburst Spruce tops, these stunners add visual class to a smooth, vintage inspired tone.
Check them out in-store or online at GuitarSanctuary.com!
#taylorguitars #goldlabel #endbadtone #acousticguitars
You're on your way out the door to your next gig and you can only grab one guitar to take with you, which Fender Custom Shop Guitar are you picking?
On the Left is a '63 Jaguar Closet Classic in Aged Burgundy Mist Metallic
On the Right is a '63 Strat Super Heavy Relic in Super Faded Aged Sea Foam Green over 3 Tone Sunburst
Stop by the store to see them in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Fresh in from our friends at Mesa Boogie we got in 2 more of the highly coveted Mark IIC+ Reissue heads.
Grab yours today, either in-store or at GuitarSanctuary.com
https://www.guitarsanctuary.com/amps-cabs/electric-guitar-amplifiers/mesa-boogie-mark-iic-head-in-black/
For "Straturday" today's poll is:
To Lock or not To Lock?
This stunning pair of James Tyler Guitars Studio Elite HDs are both in Antarctic Shmear, and equipped with the same electronics.
The one on the left features the legendary "Official" Floyd Rose double locking tremolo, the one on the right features the Gotoh 510 tremolo.
Which is the one you'd grab for today's gig?
BACK IN STOCK!
We just got in a fresh shipment of the Soldano Custom Amplification X88-IR 3-Channel All-Tube Stereo Rackmount Preamps.
Grab one quick before they're sold out again, they won't last long.
Stop by the store or visit GuitarSanctuary.com
Got a Neural DSP Nano Cortex? Today's a big day, as the Massive NanOS 2.0.0 update is now available
NanOS 2.0.0 unlocks the full potential of your Nano Cortex with a dramatically expanded effects library, fully customisable signal chain, and a slew of new features.
What’s new in 2.0.0:
47 new effects and utilities
Fully customisable Pre and Post Effect Slots
Built-in input gate - eliminates noise without using a Slot
Global Cab Bypass
Don't already have one? We've got them IN STOCK, grab one in-store or at GuitarSanctuary.com
With the amazing array of pedals out these days, sometimes it's easy to miss one, so we're going to highlight some of those hidden gems.
The Source Audio Zio is a great "make everything sound better" pedal that once you turn it on, you'll never turn it off. It combines an Analog front end that allows you to shape your sound, with a fantastic boost circuit.
Check out the demo from our friend Pete Thorn explaining why he had to put one on is board after hearing it.
A great tour of the factory at our friends at Keeley Electronics by our friend Daniel Steinhardt during his trip to Oklahoma and Texas last week.
Be sure you watch till the end for "That Chord" with Andy Timmons Guitar right here at The Sanctuary Music & Events Center.
https://youtu.be/AAVygVsjGCk?si=G2DBebWhvpsyMewB
We've got another batch of the amazing Tone King Amplifier Imperial MKII Preamp pedals on the way to us that we should receive mid next-week. Check out this great demo of one by our friend Greg Koch.
We've added some more individual seats for That Andy and Dan Show tomorrow night with Andy Timmons Guitar and Daniel Steinhardt.
Grab yours now and join us:
https://www.showclix.com/event/that-andy-and-dan-show
Don't miss it! Grab your tix and join us Friday Night: https://www.showclix.com/event/that-andy-and-dan-show
It's a great day for new gear today, with highly anticipated releases from 2 of our favorite builders.
First up is the brand new Fender Stories Collection Mike Campbell Signature Model Red Dog Telecaster® in his "Red Dog Red" color, with custom "Destruct" boost circuit.
Next is the new Tone King Amplifier Imperial MKII Preamp Pedal. This All-Tube Preamp pedal delivers Tone King’s legendary MKII amplifier's '50s tweed, '60s blackface, and vintage British rock tones in a compact pedal, WITH onboard Reverb, Tremolo, AND IR capabilities. You can also use a 4 cable method to use it to add 2 new channels to your favorite amp, and it's even MIDI capable.
Stop by the store to check out either one in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
We can't wait till this Friday 4/11 at 8pm when we present "That Andy & Dan Show" with @andytimmonsofficial and @danielthegigrig
It'll be a special evening of Talking all things Guiars, Pedals, & Gear with Andy & Dan, plus a headline set from Andy and his band of special guests.
Tix on sale now at GuitarSanctuary.com
Don't miss our friend Calum Graham when he returns to Dallas next week on the 12th at Unity of Dallas.
Are you a Strat player AND a Greg Koch Fan? Our friends at Fishman have you covered with the all new "Gristle Tone" Single Width Pickup Sets.
These new sets represent a modern approach to Single Coils, extracting a wide variety of clean to high gain tones, from the pure, wide-open Voice 1, through the mid-forward vocabulary in Voice 2 with broad control over the midrange qualities to meet all of Greg’s needs.
Grab a set for yourself in-store or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Don't worry, you're not seeing double....
This stunning pair of James Tyler Guitars Studio Elite just landed, both in Black Ice, both with Floyd Rose Tremolos.
The one on the left is a full Studio Elite HD, with all of the electronics options you can throw at it (Series/Parallel, Preamp with Midboost, Lead/Rhythm Circuit, Neck+Bridge On Button)
The one on the right is its twin, but the Studio Elite HD-P, with simple 2-knob passive electronics with just a master volume and tone controls.
Stop by the store to see them in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
A couple of beautiful preowned Suhr Custom - Guitars | Amplifiers | Pedals | Pickups that came in on trade this week:
First up is a Classic S Paulownia Limited Edition in Trans 3 Tone Burst that we sold new.
Second is Throwback S2 Standard Pro in Transparent Butterscotch
Stop by the store to check them out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Life is a highway, and there is no better travel companion than a pair of KRK GoAux Portable Studio Monitors.
Shop now at The Guitar Sanctuary.
#KRKMusic #KRKGoAux #portablespeakers #portablemonitors #mobilestudio #bluetoothspeakers #lifeisahighway
Holy Hawaiian Resonator Batman!
This stunning Beard Guitars, LLC Legacy R Roundneck Resonator is custom done with Koa Top, Back, and Sides, and custom outfitted with Fishman electronics and a Hipshot Products Inc Doubleshot Bridge for tons of versatility.
Stop by the store to check it out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
TONIGHT!!!
Don't Miss @oznoyguitar LIVE at The Sanctuary with @jhredheat and @stevepruittmusic
Doors open at 7, the music starts at 8.
They are doing 2 sets with NO Opener so come early.
Grab your tix at GuitarSanctuary.com
A trio of lovely new arrivals fresh in from The Guitar Fairy (cleverly disguised as our UPS Driver Zack...):
A PRS Guitars DGT in Faded Blue Jean Smokeburst
A Duesenberg Guitars StarPlayer TV in their new Galaxy Purple Burst color
The new Duesenberg Guitars Fantom A model in Gloss Black
Stop by the store to check one them out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Another amazing trade-in, this Two-Rock Amplifiers Bloomfield Drive 100 Watt head and matching 2x12 Cabinet are in excellent condition.
Many Two-Rock amplifiers over the years have been two-channel, cascading gain style amps and this year of making tone machines brings the newest 2 channel workhorse amp by Two-Rock, the Bloomfield Drive.
https://www.guitarsanctuary.com/amps-cabs/preowned-two-rock-bloomfield-drive-100w-head-with-matching-slate-gray-2x12-cabinet/
The MESA/Boogie WD-800 Bass Head takes everything you love about the warm, soulful WalkAbout tone and fuses it with the powerful Class D output of our Subway Series. The result? A lightweight hybrid with massive tone-shaping control, including a semi-parametric EQ, HIGH PASS FILTER, and POWER AMP DAMPING for ultimate feel and response.
Whether you're replacing a heavy rig or need a compact gigging powerhouse, the WD-800 delivers the best of both worlds—just as you ordered.
Find yours at The Guitar Sanctuary!
A Trio of Lovelies just landed from our friends at PRS Guitars just in time for your weekend gig....
First up is new 40th Anniversary Custom 24-08 Semi-Hollow Limited Edition in Faded Whale Blue Smokeburst. The Custom 24-08 keeps many of the specs as the original Custom, but adds a new level of versatility with its TCI pickups and EQ mini-toggle switches. the 40th Anniversary models also feature a semi-hollow body, ziricote fretboard and headstock veneer, and special inlay package.
Next up is a Wood Library Modern Eagle V, with a Quilt Maple 10 Top, Korina Back, Solid East-Indian Rosewood Neck, Ziricote Fingerboard, and Smoked Black Hardware.
Last but not least is another 40th Anniversary Custom 24-08 Semi-Hollow Limited Edition, this one in Charcoal Tri-Color Burst.
Stop by the store to check them out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Need a great way to make your favorite Tube Amp more useable for lower volume situations and direct recording? Look no further than the new BOSS Waza Tube Amp Expander Core Reactive Load Box.
The Selectable reactive load retains your amp’s natural feel and interactive response, and the Built-in 30-watt reactive drive power amplifier with continuous volume control allows you to drive your favorite cabinet at the volume that matches your gig.
Stop by the store to check one out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
We're excited to announce the arrival of Vemuram pedals to The Guitar Sanctuary.
Over the years the team at Vemuram have been seeking the guitar player’s “Holy Grail of Overdrive Pedals”.
Pedals like the Jan Ray, the Budi-G, and the Butter Machine have become staples on the boards of many of the world's finest players.
Stop by the store to check one out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
We're just week away from back to back nights of Woodshed with @andywoodmusic and @suhrcustom
FREE Clinic Thursday March 6th at 7pm
Ticketed Concert Friday March 7th at 8pm
Register/Buy Tickets at GuitarSanctuary.com
Today's the day! The new SynergyAmps SYN-20IR head has officially been released, and we have some IN STOCK and ready for immediate delivery.
Stop by the store to grab one in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Multi-scale bass players rejoice! We just received a long-awaited shipment from our friends at Dingwall Guitars with a fresh batch of Adam "Nolly" Getgood signature model 5-Strings.
Stop by the store to check one out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Presenting the newly updated Origin Effects Cali76 Stacked Compressor, available in both Silver and Black, giving you super-squashed cleans, singing slide tones, and endlessly sustaining leads, offering total control and bags of inspiration.
The Cali76 Stacked Compressor is a dual-stage compressor pedal, using two compressors cascaded in series for the ultimate over-the-top compressed guitar tone. This pedal replaces the original Cali76 Stacked Edition and SlideRIG Compact Deluxe MK2.
Stop by the store to check one out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
An evening of music with @georgekahumoku and the Masters of Hawaiian Music + dinner from @landl_hawaiian_bbq + Tropical drinks from @zin_zen_wine_bistro = an amazing night.
Come and join us on Sunday March 16th at 7pm. Tix at GuitarSanctuary.com
As this next batch of COLD weather hits the D/FW area and other parts of the country this week, now is a good time to make sure you've got the proper humidification plan in place for your guitars, especially your acoustics.
With the low temperatures that are forecast, your heating system will be working pretty non-stop, which DRIES the air significantly.
Make sure you are either using a room humidifier if you've got your guitars hanging on the wall, OR an In-Case humidifier if you've got your guitars stored in the case.
EVERY major acoustic guitar manufacturer requires proper humidification as part of their warranty.
Read all about humidification here:
https://www.guitarsanctuary.com/blog/humidification/
Keep the Valentine's Day vibes going with your special someone tomorrow by grabbing tickets to our annual Come and Get Your Love concert with the Maylee Thomas Band and Jon Christopher Davis.
https://www.showclix.com/event/come-and-get-your-love-2025
Want to get something cool for that guitarist in your life for Valentine's Day, but inflation's got you down? Check out our sale section.
We're adding new items to the sale all the time, it's a great way to save $$$ on some amazing gear.
www.GuitarSanctuary.com/Sale
Our great friend Andy Timmons Guitar has his new Album "Recovery" coming out THIS Friday. You'll be able to get it on all of the streaming platforms, but Andy is also offering SIGNED CD's for Sale.
We've been fortunate to get a sneak listen to the album, it's PHENOMENAL...
Another great trade-in, this preowned Suhr Custom - Guitars | Amplifiers | Pedals | Pickups John Suhr Signature Model is in excellent condition.
This custom model features a White Limba Body and Neck, making it different than most "S-Style" guitars, and it sports a custom Wilkinson Direct Locking Tremolo Bridge.
Stop by the store to see it in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Holy Private Stock Batman!
This stunning PRS Guitars Private Stock Custom 24-08 features Semi-Hollow construction with a single F-hole, and is in their Frostbite Glow double-stained color.
It has a Black Limba back, Curly Maple neck stained to match the top, Ziricote fingerboard & headstock veneer, Abalone bird inlays with White Mother of Pearl outline, Smoked Black hardware, and features PRS's TCI pickups.
Stop by the store to see it in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
Woodshed comes to McKinney!
Get a double dose of the amazing @andywoodmusic this March.
Join us on the 6th for a Clinic with Andy and @suhrcustom and then join us on the 7th for a Concert with the Andy Wood Band.
Tickets and info at GuitarSanctuary.com
In a VERY rare occurrence, we actually have a Collings Guitars and Mandolins 470JL Julian Lage Signature Model IN STOCK!
They don't last long at all when we do have them....., so stop by the store soon to see it in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
The MESA/Boogie Fillmore 25 redefines "perfect-power" with unmatched gain expressiveness, dual identical channels, and 3 versatile modes. Compact yet powerful, it's gig-ready, ultra-portable, and adaptable for any style. Practice, record, or perform—this amp does it all.
Explore a new Fillmore at The Guitar Sanctuary!
It's that time of year again!
@thenammshow kicks off this Thursday, when all of the manufacturers show off their new gear for 2025.
Brian, George, and Maylee will be there, and we'll be posting tons of new product info on all of our socials.
Is there a new brand or product you'd like to have us check out while we're at the show? Leave a comment here or email Brian@GuitarSanctuary.com
The MESA/Boogie Subway D-350 is Mesa’s lightest, smallest bass amp ever, weighing just 3 lbs 2 oz! Compact yet powerful, it delivers 350 watts of Class D punch with intuitive tone-shaping tools, silent operation, DI output, & more! Perfect for home, studio, or small venues.
Find your new Subway at The Guitar Sanctuary.
The MESA/Boogie Cali Tweed 6V6 2:20 delivers pure low-wattage tone with all-tube spring reverb, a tube-driven FX loop, and unmatched pedal-friendly versatility. This tweed-inspired 1x12 combo is perfect for classic vibes and modern application.
Find your new Tweed at The Guitar Sanctuary!
Due to the ongoing snowstorm hitting our area (Dallas + Snow + No Plows = A Big Mess) for the safety of our staff we closed at Noon today (Thursday 1/9).
In the meantime, GuitarSanctuary.com is open for you 24/7 and you can text us at (972)540-6420.
The MESA/Boogie Subway D-350 delivers versatile power in a compact package!
- Active/Passive Switch for easy use with any bass
- Input Mute Switch for silent tuning
- Bright Switch for added sparkle and bite
- Gain & Master Volume for clean tones to mild overdrive
- Variable Voicing Control – shape your tone from modern to vintage
- 4-Band Active EQ for precise tonal control
Perfect for bass players who demand power, flexibility, and tonal precision. Find your Subway at The Guitar Sanctuary,
#MesaEngineering #MesaBoogie #LetsMesaBoogie #SubwaySeries
“Any Mark IIC+ fan owes it to themselves to try one of these new IIC+s before going on the daunting quest to find an original. We feel sure you’ll agree that this new build is as legit and as inspiring as the legend demands. If it wasn’t, we wouldn’t be doing it!”
- Doug West
Find your next MESA/Boogie at The Guitar Sanctuary!
#MesaEngineering #MesaBoogie #LetsMesaBoogie #MarkTwoCPlus
The MESA/Boogie MARK VII packs over 50 years of innovation into a portable design. With 3 channels, 9 modes, Simul-Class, CabClone IR, modern high-gain tones, and an array of iconic amps, it’s the ultimate tone machine.
Available in head, combo, and rackmount formats. Get yours at The Guitar Sanctuary!
#MesaEngineering #MesaBoogie #LetsMesaBoogie #MarkVII
The MESA/Boogie MARK FIVE: 25 packs legendary MARK Series tone into a compact 25-watt head. This amp’s refined, powerful EL84 duet brings shimmering cleans, searing high-gain leads, and a brighter, tighter top end that’s perfect for shredding. With a bit more forgiveness in feel and easier clipping, the MARK FIVE: 25 delivers big-stage tone in a small, refined package—right on time for any setup.
There’s never been a better time to bring legendary MESA/Boogie tone and versatility, like the like the Mark Five: 25, to your stage or studio rig. Shop now at The Guitar Sanctuary!
We hope you spend hours lost in MESA/Boogie sounds and tone!
Get yours at The Guitar Sanctuary.
#MesaEngineering #MesaBoogie #LetsMesaBoogie #MarkVII
Did YOU get your tickets yet???....
Don't miss another amazing night of LIVE music here in McKinney with @monte_montgomery and the @zackkingband THIS Friday night Dec 6th.
Grab tix at GuitarSanctuary.com
Just in time for your Holiday Shopping, 3 Amazing Trades that came in over the weekend:
First up is a @gibsonguitar Les Paul Standard '50s Plain Top Limited Edition in Washed Cherry Sunburst.
Next is a @martinguitar Custom Rosewood OM with Adirondack Spruce Top and @lrbaggsofficial Anthem Electronics.
Last (but not least...) is an @music_man StingRay Special HH in Purple Sunset with Roasted Maple Neck and Rosewood Fretboard.
Stop by the store to check them out in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
There’s never been a better time to bring legendary MESA/Boogie tone and versatility, like the Mark Five: 35, to your stage or studio rig.
Shop now at The Guitar Sanctuary!
TONIGHT!
Don't miss @triplicititrio at The Sanctuary.
Music Starts at 8, Doors open at 7.
Grab your tix now at GuitarSanctuary.com
SATURDAY November 23rd.
If you're joining us for the @andytimmonsofficial Great Gear Purge Event we'll have a Limited Edition Batch of the new @keeleyelectronics Halo CORE pedal in "Sanctuary Red" available for purchase.
The Mesa/Boogie California Tweed 2:20 brings single-channel simplicity with all you need for golden tone. Normal & Low inputs, full EQ, classic spring reverb, and a tube-driven FX loop deliver pure, vintage sound with no frills—just legendary tone in a streamlined package.
Find your California Tweed 2:20 at The Guitar Sanctuary!
Presenting the new @jamestylerguitars Dann Huff Original Classic, this one in 3 Tone Sunburst with Floyd Rose Tremolo.
The team at James Tyler have gone to extensive lengths to make sure that the new Dann Huff Original Classic is “just like Dann’s.”
Stop by the store to see it in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
We're super excited to bring @triplicititrio to The Sanctuary on Friday Nov 22nd at 8pm.
This fingerstyle supergroup features @therealmckee, @calumgrahammusic and @trevorgordonhall .
Grab your tix now at GuitarSanctuary.com
Really nice preowned 2019 @gibsonguitar Les Paul Standard 50s P-90 Gold Top we took in trade.
Stop by the store to see it in person, or at GuitarSanctuary.com
The Mesa/Boogie Mark VII's Channel 1 focuses on clean tones with optimized preamp headroom. Thanks to the JP-2C’s 100/60-watt rating, overdrive is achievable by pushing the power section at high volumes.
The MID control, similar to the MID/BOOST on newer MARK SERIES amps, offers increased range for mid frequencies and a cleaner gain boost.
Find your Mark VII at The Guitar Sanctuary!
Designed with the sounds of the British Invasion in mind, the Mesa/Boogie Triple Crown series allows you to play beyond the American tones of the Cali Tweed, Fillmore, and other American-voiced Mesa amps.
Looking to upgrade your tone? Find your Mesa/Boogie at The Guitar Sanctuary!
#MesaEngineering #MesaBoogie #TripleCrownSeries
Unleash world-class MESA tone with their most affordable, ultra-light bass amp ever! Weighing just 3lbs 2oz, the Subway D-350 delivers thunderous low-end tones perfect for stages, studios, and everything in between.
Enjoy pro tone-shaping, intuitive operation, and silent practice with headphone output. Compact size fits in your gig bag, includes XLR DI and a gig bag.
Get yours now at The Guitar Sanctuary.
#MesaEngineering #MesaBoogie #LetsMesaBoogie #SubwaySeries
Let's talk Channel 1 on the Mesa/Boogie JP-2C. It's all about those clean tones with tons of headroom. Want some drive? Crank it up and let that power section clip - just be ready for some serious volume!
Pro tip: Twist that MID knob past noon for extra drive. It's like the MID/BOOST on newer MARKs, but with a twist. You won't get as much gain, but you'll score some sweet, clean boost and killer mids.
Learn more at The Guitar Sanctuary.
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