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Edgewater Guitars

Edgewater Guitars

About

About Us

About

About Us

About

About Us

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Who we are

Who we are

Who we are

Premier Vintage Guitar Buyers in the Midwest

Our Story

Edgewater Guitars began with a lifelong passion for vintage instruments and a frustration with the traditional guitar selling experience. After years of collecting, studying, and trading fine guitars, our founder recognized a clear need in the market: a trustworthy, knowledgeable buyer offering fair prices without the hassles of consignment shops, online marketplaces, or lowball retail trade-ins.

Founded in 2015 in Cleveland, Ohio, we set out to create the guitar selling experience we always wished existed—one built on deep product knowledge, transparent valuations, and a genuine appreciation for the instruments we purchase.

What started as a small operation buying local vintage guitars has grown into one of the Midwest's most trusted guitar purchasing services, with a reputation for fair deals, expertise, and integrity that extends throughout Ohio and neighboring states.

Our Approach

At Edgewater Guitars, we take a fundamentally different approach to buying guitars:

Market-Based Valuations: Our offers are based on actual collector demand and current market values, not arbitrary trade-in formulas or consignment guesswork.

Expertise-Driven Process: Every guitar we evaluate benefits from our team's extensive knowledge of vintage and modern instruments, ensuring accurate identification, authentication, and valuation.

Seller-Focused Experience: We've designed our entire process around the seller's convenience and satisfaction, from flexible meeting options to immediate payment methods.

Long-Term Relationships: Many of our sellers become repeat customers or refer friends and family—a testament to our commitment to fair, respectful transactions.

Knowledge

We believe expertise is the foundation of fair valuation. We continuously research, study, and expand our understanding of vintage and quality instruments.

Honesty

We provide straightforward, transparent assessments without exaggeration or manipulation.

Respect

Every instrument and seller deserves respect. We honor the history and significance of the guitars we purchase and the people who have owned them.

Fairness

Our business thrives on fair dealings that leave both parties satisfied. We aim to make offers that reflect true market value.

Service

We go above and beyond to make selling convenient, straightforward, and rewarding.

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Why Choose Us?

Why Choose Us?

Why Choose Us?

Why Sell to Edgewater Guitars?

Expertise You Can Trust

Our team combines decades of specialized knowledge in vintage and high-quality guitars. We understand the subtle details that determine value: the correct Brazilian rosewood on a pre-war Martin, the precise shade of a Cherry Sunburst on a 1960 Les Paul, or the original PAF pickup covers on a vintage ES-335.

This expertise ensures you receive an accurate, fair valuation based on your instrument's true market worth—not a lowball offer that undervalues your guitar.

Ethics & Integrity

We've built our reputation on transparent, ethical business practices:

  • No hidden fees or commissions

  • Clear explanations of how we determine value

  • Honest assessment of condition and authenticity

  • No pressure tactics or manipulation

  • Respect for your decision, whether you sell or not

Our Values

Our Values

Our Values

The Edgewater Difference

Competitive Offers

By working directly with collectors and eliminating retail overhead, we typically offer 15-30% more than guitar shops or pawn shops.

Convenient Service

We come to you throughout our service area, making selling easy and stress-free.

Immediate Payment

No waiting for consignment sales or online buyers—get paid on the spot when you accept our offer.

Specialized Knowledge

Our focus on guitars means we recognize value that general antique dealers or music stores might miss.

Service Area

Service Area

Service Area

We Buy Guitars Throughout the Midwest

We Buy Guitars Throughout the Midwest

We Buy Guitars Throughout the Midwest

Based in Ohio, we travel throughout the region to purchase quality instruments. No collection is too large or too small.

Outside our service area? Contact us anyway – we may still be interested!

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Cleveland

Cleveland's Premier Guitar Buyer

Looking to sell a guitar in Cleveland? We buy vintage, used, and rare guitars throughout Northeast Ohio, offering top dollar and same-day cash payments. From Shaker Heights to Lakewood, we'll come to you for high-value instruments.

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Cleveland

Cleveland's Premier Guitar Buyer

Looking to sell a guitar in Cleveland? We buy vintage, used, and rare guitars throughout Northeast Ohio, offering top dollar and same-day cash payments. From Shaker Heights to Lakewood, we'll come to you for high-value instruments.

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Cleveland

Cleveland's Premier Guitar Buyer

Looking to sell a guitar in Cleveland? We buy vintage, used, and rare guitars throughout Northeast Ohio, offering top dollar and same-day cash payments. From Shaker Heights to Lakewood, we'll come to you for high-value instruments.

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Columbus

Sell Your Guitar in Columbus

Columbus guitar owners trust Edgewater for fair valuations and hassle-free transactions. We specialize in vintage Gibson, Fender, and Martin guitars, offering premium prices for quality instruments throughout Central Ohio.

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Columbus

Sell Your Guitar in Columbus

Columbus guitar owners trust Edgewater for fair valuations and hassle-free transactions. We specialize in vintage Gibson, Fender, and Martin guitars, offering premium prices for quality instruments throughout Central Ohio.

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Columbus

Sell Your Guitar in Columbus

Columbus guitar owners trust Edgewater for fair valuations and hassle-free transactions. We specialize in vintage Gibson, Fender, and Martin guitars, offering premium prices for quality instruments throughout Central Ohio.

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Cincinnati

Cincinnati Guitar Buyer

From Hyde Park to Northern Kentucky, we buy guitars throughout the Cincinnati metro area. Our guitar experts provide accurate appraisals and immediate cash offers for your vintage, rare, or gently used instruments.

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Cincinnati

Cincinnati Guitar Buyer

From Hyde Park to Northern Kentucky, we buy guitars throughout the Cincinnati metro area. Our guitar experts provide accurate appraisals and immediate cash offers for your vintage, rare, or gently used instruments.

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Cincinnati

Cincinnati Guitar Buyer

From Hyde Park to Northern Kentucky, we buy guitars throughout the Cincinnati metro area. Our guitar experts provide accurate appraisals and immediate cash offers for your vintage, rare, or gently used instruments.

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Detroit

Detroit Guitar Buyers

We regularly travel to Detroit and surrounding areas to purchase quality guitars. Whether you're selling a vintage Gibson from the golden era or a modern Fender, we offer fair market value and a seamless selling experience.

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Detroit

Detroit Guitar Buyers

We regularly travel to Detroit and surrounding areas to purchase quality guitars. Whether you're selling a vintage Gibson from the golden era or a modern Fender, we offer fair market value and a seamless selling experience.

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Detroit

Detroit Guitar Buyers

We regularly travel to Detroit and surrounding areas to purchase quality guitars. Whether you're selling a vintage Gibson from the golden era or a modern Fender, we offer fair market value and a seamless selling experience.

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Pittsburgh

Sell Your Guitar in Pittsburgh

Edgewater Guitars serves Pittsburgh with expert guitar appraisals and top-dollar offers. We purchase fine instruments throughout Western Pennsylvania, with particular interest in vintage acoustics and electric guitars from the 1950s-1970s.

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Pittsburgh

Sell Your Guitar in Pittsburgh

Edgewater Guitars serves Pittsburgh with expert guitar appraisals and top-dollar offers. We purchase fine instruments throughout Western Pennsylvania, with particular interest in vintage acoustics and electric guitars from the 1950s-1970s.

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Pittsburgh

Sell Your Guitar in Pittsburgh

Edgewater Guitars serves Pittsburgh with expert guitar appraisals and top-dollar offers. We purchase fine instruments throughout Western Pennsylvania, with particular interest in vintage acoustics and electric guitars from the 1950s-1970s.

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Indianapolis

Indianapolis Guitar Buyer

Looking to sell a guitar in Indianapolis? We travel throughout Indiana to purchase vintage, rare, and quality used guitars. Our straightforward process ensures you receive maximum value with minimum hassle for your instruments.

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Indianapolis

Indianapolis Guitar Buyer

Looking to sell a guitar in Indianapolis? We travel throughout Indiana to purchase vintage, rare, and quality used guitars. Our straightforward process ensures you receive maximum value with minimum hassle for your instruments.

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Indianapolis

Indianapolis Guitar Buyer

Looking to sell a guitar in Indianapolis? We travel throughout Indiana to purchase vintage, rare, and quality used guitars. Our straightforward process ensures you receive maximum value with minimum hassle for your instruments.