Valentine Guitars

Valentine Guitars

Official page for Valentine Guitars - Serving the Shippensburg Area and Beyond (Online)

Opened in 2010 in Newville as Ace Music
Relocated in 2015 to the Thought Lot in Shippensburg, PA
Rebranded in 2020 as Valentine Guitars
Shifted to online in 2022

08/20/2022

If you've got anything, send it over.

05/19/2022

Many of you are already aware of this, but if you have not been in in the last few months or seen the website, here's your official announcement:

If you have heard that The Thought Lot is closing, you heard correctly, but the shop is currently operating MOSTLY AS NORMAL at this point in time. If you have something you want to sell, trade, have work done on, etc., for now, you still have time.

The building will need to be fully vacated by July 1st, so in response, the store will be transitioning to an online-only sales format after the current space is vacated. The current plan is to push that end date as close as possible.

A lot of the "post-vacancy logistics" are still being worked on. All contact information will remain the same, so local sales can still be facilitated and arranged case-by-case in favor of customer convenience. Repairs are still up in the air so again, if you need something done, now's the time.

Things to note:
~ Consignments will no longer be accepted, but purchases and trades are still on the table.
~ Retail fixtures are currently for sale, see available items here. All are negotiable: https://chambersburg.craigslist.org/search/sss?userpostingid=7485680041
~ A lot of larger items are currently very negotiable to alleviate some of the transportation issues that are expected to arise in the vacancy process.

Especially important: Contact is being made with consignors over the course of the next month as any remaining items in the store will need to be retrieved. If you have not yet been contacted, hang tight as your items may be slated to be part of the Reverb memorial day sale (price is compensated, you won't see any less than you expected if sold).

There has been a lot of incorrect information floating around with people assuming the storefront has already been closed, but this is not yet the case. So if you have any questions regarding these changes, PLEASE SEND A PRIVATE MESSAGE and get the information directly.

The top of this post will be updated when there is more information to be shared.

05/04/2021

EDIT: Car trouble has been resolved, and we're open!

04/01/2021

No convenient 4/1 rebranding this year, we still just want your stuff. Instruments are being prioritized right now - electrics, acoustic, basses, etc. Got something interesting? Send a message with photos and info.

03/24/2021

Currently seeking inventory - low to mid range, guitars, basses, combos, heads, cabs, pedals. Purchasing considered, trades and consignments welcome. Message for more info!

03/23/2021

Just a heads up on a late opening - should be in by 1pm. Thanks for your patience!

02/10/2021

Hey guys, just a quick heads up that we will be closed this Saturday 2/13, so if you need anything to serenade your Valentine, stop by the end of the week!

02/03/2021

Open today - please use the front building entrance for the time being.

02/02/2021

Taking a snow day today. Stay safe!

01/16/2021

So we're a little removed from the holidays now. You've had some time to get your hands on that guitar you got, and self-teaching just isn't cutting it. We can help with that.

Or you got a used guitar on say Reverb (it's fine, we won't judge) and just something isn't right. Maybe the electronics are a little dirty, maybe the action isn't quite up to par. We can help with that too.

Send us a message!

12/25/2020

Just want to wish everyone out there a Merry Christmas - enjoy all of your new instruments this year, and if you need to learn what to DO with those of the guitar or bass varieties... well, our inbox is always open.

12/16/2020

Due to some unexpected circumstances beyond our control, as well as in advance of the incoming weather concerns, we have opted to close 12/16-12/17. This will unfortunately continue to impact lesson scheduling (in-person and online), and any open inquiries for repair quotes could be up to a day or two late getting to you. We will post updates with any additional changes, and we apologize for the inconvenience. Stay safe!

12/11/2020

EDIT: Building power was restored last night after our usual closing, business as usual today. Thanks for your patience!

12/08/2020

Just a quick reminder - lesson scheduling is on hold until the 17th (lesson gift certificates can still be purchased in store), and we currently have limited repair capacity. Please send a PM if you have a job that needs done between now and then so we can discuss options. Thanks!

Photos from Valentine Guitars's post 12/06/2020
12/01/2020

Hey guys, happy December and all that. Just some info for you as we approach the end of 2020:

~ Our tech/teacher will not be available from December 8th to December 16th. If you are in need of repair work, or a quote for an extensive job, please reach out this week. Current students will be contacted about scheduling over the course of this week.

~ Consignments (or trades)! We are currently looking for low to mid-range electric guitars and 4-string basses - Squier, Epiphone, Ibanez, Schecter, LTD, etc. We are also in great need of small practice amps, and can consider some purchase of these.

~ Lessons and store gift certificates are always available, and with some continuing supplier concerns, likely through the holiday season (still have some backorders out...), this could be a great gift option for your musically-inclined loved ones. We also have a eGift card link - https://squareup.com/gift/RY56838RCM2V7/order

That's all we've got for now. As always, message us with any questions!

2016 Fender CS Postmodern Stratocaster w/ Klein loaded Sigler Music Pickguard - BLACK FRIDAY PRICE | Valentine Guitars | Reverb 11/27/2020

Reverb Price Drop - Today Only!

https://reverb.com/item/29327691-2016-fender-cs-postmodern-stratocaster-w-klein-loaded-sigler-music-pickguard-black-friday-price

2016 Fender CS Postmodern Stratocaster w/ Klein loaded Sigler Music Pickguard - BLACK FRIDAY PRICE | Valentine Guitars | Reverb For sale is a super clean Fender USA Custom Shop Postmodern Strat in Seafoam Green. This guitar was assembled from three matching listings from the Stratosphere, with aftermarket pickups (owner preference.) Specs: ~ Body - Ash, '57 reissue style w/ vintage route, seafoam green nitro finish ~ Nec...

Photos from Valentine Guitars's post 11/11/2020

Consignments and as is items are marked. Some consignments are trade restricted

11/10/2020

Today, November 10th, we will be closing an hour early at 6pm. We hope this doesn't inconvenience you at all, and if you have any needs that need met, specific to guitars obviously, please don't hesitate to reach out! We hope everyone is doing well during these tumultuous times. Enjoy your evening!

11/10/2020

Hey everyone!

Garfield has a small section closed off that just so happens to include our main driveway. We're still accessible, but now as a bonus feature we're slightly less so than we were just a day ago! If you have a hard time gettin in, just give us a call. We'll direct you. Thanks!

11/05/2020

Hey everyone, today, November 5th, we're taking a personal day. If you need anything from us specifically, don't hesitate to call or text us, we'll get back to you as soon as we can. We hope you enjoy your day, normal hours resume Friday!

11/04/2020

Out of the shop early today for a small emergency, alls well don't you worry. Resuming normal hours tomorrow!

Past Inventory 10/31/2020

Due to changes to facebook's albums, product photos will no longer be uploaded to this page.

For current up to date inventory, please see our reverb store at:hhtp://reverb.com/shop/valentineguitars

10/30/2020

Currently looking for 1x12, 2x12, and 4x12 guitar cabs for trade, consignment, or may consider purchase. Just received a large consignment of amps that included a couple heads, and we've been short on cabs for ages. Let us know what you've got!

10/22/2020

EDIT: Appears that most issues with the phones are fixed, although we are having minor issues seeing anything that came in during the outage. We're getting back to everything as we see them.

Hey guys, just a quick heads up, we are currently experiencing some issues with our phone system. If there's anything we can help you with, please utilize another method of contact (private message via FB, messaging through Google, website inquiry form, etc.) for the time being. This post will be edited when fixed. Thanks for your patience!

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Our Story

We opened our doors on August 17, 2010 (estimated date of above photo) in as more of an idea with good intentions than a well-thought-out business with a real plan and sufficient starting capital. We started completely and fully prepared with exactly one string dealership and 20-something instruments total, two thirds of which we knew, in practice, how to play. Early on, we did not specialize for the sake of filling the sales floor day one, which in retrospect may not have been the best call for the sake of growth, but business is a learning experience.

Since our decision to shift focus to guitars and related instruments/gear, we've also learned that the experience is just as important as what is being sold. We believe it's just as necessary to be able to provide enough appropriate information to the beginner as it is to be able to talk shop with the seasoned player. We find it important to allow the customer to be comfortable here - allowing them to ask questions if need be, just pick up the instrument and play, or run in and out with their strings and be on their way – without the pressure a commission driven sales associate, or fear of judgment based on ones skill or capability.

The notion of customer comfort extends past buying your instruments and accessories. Don't like phone calls? Send us a text. Send us an email. Send us a private message on Facebook. And for those of you that have interest in instruction or services, we partner exclusively with Valentine Guitar Services to, a) provide a student specific lessons program that's goal-oriented with location, payment, and frequency options to fit your specific needs, and b) to provide services that keep your guitars and basses playing how YOU want them to.

Because we value the personalized experience we like to think we've successfully established, this does mean that we have no intentions of taking on additional employees for the foreseeable future. And while this may seem as a surefire way to overextend our personal resources, we feel it best to be solely responsible for what we have worked to establish, and we appreciate your patience in doing so.

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