Incredible guitar design able to transcend time and maker; that’s Frank Brothers Guitars, a history in the making. For 3 generations, the Frank family has uplifted music for the better of all; now proving daily that, in the infinite wisdom of Vin Diesel, nothing is more powerful than ‘Family’. As with their father, and as […]
Collings Guitars : A Lifetime, An Eternity, A Legend of Luthier
Bill Collings was, is, and always will be a legend of lutherie; a rock icon uncontested for a mantle of beauty and sound still being composed faithfully in line with the astounding life he led. While the Collings Guitars name has become synonymous with class and quality, Bill himself was a builder, whose journey has […]
Introducing the Gibson Signature Series by Calton Cases
In 1969, Keith Calton began a case shop out of his 500 square foot backyard garage. From there he set the impressive goal of designing cases to meet the needs of the rock n’ roll lifestyle of the era. Since then, Calton Cases has steadfastly designed cases tailored specifically to thousands of instruments. From quality […]
GIBSON GUITARS CALTON CASES COLLABORATION
A Look Back at a Living Legend When you define music today, where do you start? The jazz and blues that led to the rock and roll rhythms which scored the 20th century? Or notes on a staff from the great classical composers of the 18th century? Do you dig deeper into the oral tradition […]
Dealer Profile: South Austin Music
We caught up with owner Bill Welker to learn more bout one of Austin’s most iconic music stores. South Austin Music was established in 1986. Yes, that’s right, we have been here at the same location for 33 years. The owner Bill Welker attributes the success of the store to the relationships that have been […]
Fiberglass Versus Carbon Fiber
So, what is the best material for protecting your instrument? It’s a question we’ve considered in great detail and our consensus may surprise you. Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber are two of the most effective and sturdy materials you can use to create custom cases with protective exteriors. While carbon fiber is a material used in […]