NAMM 2019 Highlight Reel

Our NAMM 2019 greatest hits.

In case you missed our coverage of Winter NAMM 2019, here's a little highlight reel of the festivities! New gear, new friends, and great times! Check out our NAMM News and Guide to see what's rolling in and fresh off the truck from NAMM!

Day 1: Heavy Hitters and Previews!

Our first day at NAMM, we simply had to check out the heavy hitters. Fender and the Custom Shop, as always, did not disappoint with some insane new options we're excited to bring back to CME. Did you see those Acoustisonics?!? Gretsch also offered up some classically cool 6-strings, and we got a peek at what Gibson has in store for the rest of 2019, with a rad performance by Chuck Berry's son and grandson to end the night!  

Day 2: Gear Galore!

We were overwhelmed by the amount of insane gear that showed up on day 2! From new releases from Chase Bliss, new Duseys, and Shelby getting the spotlight shown on him in the Taylor booth, NAMM 2019 is shaping up to be one for the books! 

Day 3: Ibanez and Supro New Lines! Ludwig Drums and Some Synth!

We had a great time on day 3 digging through yet more cool, innovative things from Ernie Ball, Ibanez, and more. Along with the new Supro line, amazing creations from Santa Cruz and plenty of awesome and fresh synths—modular and otherwise! And it was good to see old friends at Ludwig, repping some serious newly refreshed historic drums to celebrate their 110th anniversary! A great day indeed! 

Day 4: Making the Final Rounds!

Making the final rounds, we got to see yet more excellent work from even more beloved vendors, including a tour de force from some of our acoustic friends. Fender's new models and drum company games were stronger than ever. We're looking forward to getting some of this great gear back for you in no time! See ya next time! 

SHOP NEW ARRIVALS

Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap
Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap

Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz Bass Deluxe Closet Classic Super Aged Primer Gray w/Painted Headcap

$4,960.00
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple
Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple

Atkin The Thirty Six Aged Black Pearl Baked Sitka/Maple

$4,699.00
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal
Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal

Gretsch Custom Shop G6134T-58 Penguin NOS Super Aged White Master Built by Gonzalo Madrigal

$5,810.00
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged
Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged

Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst Murphy Lab Light Aged

$6,499.00
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue
Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue

Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition Red Hot Stratocaster Super Heavy Relic Super Faded Aged Lake Placid Blue

$5,950.00
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst
Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst

Collings CJ-35 Sitka/Honduran Mahogany Sunburst

$6,750.00
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961
Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961

Fender Twin-Amp Blonde 1961

$9,307.00
Silvertone Model 1482 Combo  1966
Silvertone Model 1482 Combo  1966
Silvertone Model 1482 Combo  1966

Silvertone Model 1482 Combo 1966

$631.00
Fender Hot Rod DeVille 3-Channel 60-Watt 4x10
Fender Hot Rod DeVille 3-Channel 60-Watt 4x10
Fender Hot Rod DeVille 3-Channel 60-Watt 4x10

Fender Hot Rod DeVille 3-Channel 60-Watt 4x10" Guitar Combo 2004

$480.00
Victory The Sheriff 44 Heritage Series 2-Channel 44-Watt Guitar Amp Head
Victory The Sheriff 44 Heritage Series 2-Channel 44-Watt Guitar Amp Head
Victory The Sheriff 44 Heritage Series 2-Channel 44-Watt Guitar Amp Head
Victory The Sheriff 44 Heritage Series 2-Channel 44-Watt Guitar Amp Head

Victory The Sheriff 44 Heritage Series 2-Channel 44-Watt Guitar Amp Head

$965.00
Watkins Joker  1960s
Watkins Joker  1960s
Watkins Joker  1960s
Watkins Joker  1960s
Watkins Joker  1960s
Watkins Joker  1960s
Watkins Joker  1960s
Watkins Joker  1960s

Watkins Joker 1960s

$7,995.00
Marshall Origin ORI212 150-Watt 2x12
Marshall Origin ORI212 150-Watt 2x12
Marshall Origin ORI212 150-Watt 2x12

Marshall Origin ORI212 150-Watt 2x12" Guitar Speaker Cabinet

$286.00

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