Chicago music exchange featured VIDEOS
From Gear Demos to Full Band Jams, our videos cover 'em all!
Chicago Music Exchange is not just a guitar store. We're a valuable resource for musicians. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and enjoy new guitar demo videos every week! Chicago Music Exchange specializes in musical instruments – from rare vintage guitars and new and used gear, to the latest in effect pedals. With a staff that is highly entertaining and extremely knowledgeable, and a talented in-house film team, we are able to provide you with excellent video demos, in-store artist performances, brand documentaries, and sharp short films every week, featuring the best in new, used and vintage gear.
All of our videos feature our employees and are created here, in-house at the Chicago Music Exchange, so if you're looking for guitar demo videos, 100 Bass Riffs, or featured drum kit demos, we've got your gear cinema covered.
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR LATEST VIDEOS!
We Love New Martin DAY! | Martin Standard 2025 Guitars
The refresh of the trusted and true Martin Standard line is here!!The Martin Standard line is the family heirloom, it's the line for special occasions and it's the line represents the current state of the Martin guitar! Check it out and shop these incredible guitars at Chicago Music Exchange!
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The CME Variety Show: Epiphone’s History, Fender Drama, and Vintage Chorus Magic!
The CME Variety Show is Here!We are extremely excited to share a brand new series here at Chicago Music Exchange! The CME Variety show will include revolving segments with your host Nathaniel Murphy! We can't wait to see where this series will go and would love to hear what you think! In this first episode, we will look at an often-overlooked brand, Epiphone. We will get Nathaniel's thoughts on Fender's most controversial finish and learn a bit about the first chorus pedal EVER.
SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL!FULL BAND FRIDAY FRENZY!
Every Friday, the CME House Band does what they do best: play hooky. The only difference? We get it all on film. Sit in on some of CME’s most memorable jams, and check back in each week for a new groove.
"Fairies Wear Boots" Black Sabbath | CME Full Band Fridays
This Full Band Friday, dive into the depths of the Season as we summon the heavy, haunting riffs of Black Sabbath’s “Fairies Wear Boots”! Turn it up and join us in celebrating Halloween right around the corner—with a wall of doom-filled sound.
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Vintage Gear Demos
Whether you’re looking to trade in your vintage gear or expand your collection, we’ve got the goods, and we’ve got ‘em on film. Check out our vintage gear demos for the lowdown on legendary vintage guitars, basses, and more by brands like Gibson, Fender, Rickenbacker, and Gretsch.
Exclusive Gear
CME Exclusives are only available at the Chicago Music Exchange, and we love to show them off. We demo all our favorite models to illustrate what sets them apart and ensure that even the smallest details are never out of reach. Learn more about CME Exclusive guitars, drums, and more by brands like Fender, Gibson, Ludwig, and La Bella.
DRUM EXCHANGE DEMOS
If you guessed that the Chicago Drum Exchange is where we keep the beat, you hit it on the head. Watch drum demos on new gear from today’s top brands like Ludwig, Tama, DW, A&F, and more.
PEDAL DEMOS
Put the pedal to the metal and cruise through our huge playlist of effect demos, complete with detailed run-throughs of new builds by manufacturers like Earthquaker Devices, Fuzzrocious, Electro-Harmonix, and JHS.
LIVE IN-STORE PERFORMANCES
At the Chicago Music Exchange, the music never stops, unless you hit pause. Check out live performances by some of our favorite artists on some of our favorite gear, and see if you can’t spot the Les Paul Wall, the Chicago Drum Exchange, and other CME landmarks.
ACOUSTIC DEMOS
We’re always down to keep it au naturel. Enjoy demos of amazing acoustic guitars by brands like Santa Cruz Guitar Company, Taylor, Collings, and Gibson, a lot, lot more. And if you don’t see your favorite brand right away, dread not! There is plenty to peruse.
SELL & TRADE AT CME!
Is your used music gear getting stale? Looking to take your playing to another level? At Chicago Music Exchange every trade is an upgrade to your instrument arsenal! Not only that, it can be an avenue that leads your playing in new musical directions—even, to some of the most extreme ends of the creative spectrum!
Here at CME, Your Old Guitars Will Never Go Out of Style!
Now, trading or selling your musical instruments is easier than ever with the CME Mobile App, or, you can click the “Trade Now” button on our listings to get started, today!
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Download the CME App
Discover the ultimate shopping experience with the Chicago Music Exchange Mobile App! Explore our unparalleled collection of over 14,000 guitars, amps, synthesizers, drums, microphones, and accessories—all at your fingertips. Stay ahead of the game with tailored notifications about new arrivals, price drops, and restocks, personalized to match your browsing and purchase preferences. Enjoy exclusive access to gear and merchandise available only at CME, and don’t miss out on app-specific product giveaways. Plus, selling or trading gear has never been easier—simply use your smartphone camera to upload details directly through the CME Sell & Trade Form. Download the app today and unlock a world of music-making possibilities!
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