All Strings Considered

Martin HD-28

Martin HD-28: Anatomy of an Iconic Dreadnought

In this video, Elderly Instruments Repair Shop Manager Joe Konkoly takes a look at the Martin HD-28, a longtime favorite of bluegrass and country musicians. He discusses the dreadnought's distinctive...

Martin HD-28: Anatomy of an Iconic Dreadnought

In this video, Elderly Instruments Repair Shop Manager Joe Konkoly takes a look at the Martin HD-28, a longtime favorite of bluegrass and country musicians. He discusses the dreadnought's distinctive...

Jeffrey Renton Demonstrates a 1934 Martin 00-42

Video: Jeffrey Renton Demonstrates a 1934 Marti...

In this video, Jeffrey Renton checks out a crack-free 1934 Martin 00-42. It has an Adirondack spruce top, Brazilian rosewood back and sides, and nice abalone trim. Martin 00-42 (1934)

Video: Jeffrey Renton Demonstrates a 1934 Marti...

In this video, Jeffrey Renton checks out a crack-free 1934 Martin 00-42. It has an Adirondack spruce top, Brazilian rosewood back and sides, and nice abalone trim. Martin 00-42 (1934)

Monte Pride and Lillian Werbin

Introducing Farida Parlor Guitars

Farida parlor size guitars have arrived! Monte Pride and Lillian Werbin introduce us to the latest members of Farida’s Old Town Series. These small body guitars have the same high...

Introducing Farida Parlor Guitars

Farida parlor size guitars have arrived! Monte Pride and Lillian Werbin introduce us to the latest members of Farida’s Old Town Series. These small body guitars have the same high...

Lillian and Stan Werbin in the Elderly Showroom

A special anniversary message from Stan & Lily ...

Happy birthday to us! Elderly Instruments opened its doors for the first time on July 5th, 1972. Here's a special anniversary message for all of our loyal customers.

A special anniversary message from Stan & Lily ...

Happy birthday to us! Elderly Instruments opened its doors for the first time on July 5th, 1972. Here's a special anniversary message for all of our loyal customers.

Historical photo of singer and guitarist “Lefty” Buchar

The Only Known Pre-War Left-Handed Martin D-28

A unique Martin guitar, this 1941 D-28SL is the only pre-war left-handed Martin D-28 known to exist. It was special ordered by singer and guitarist “Lefty” Buchar, who played with...

The Only Known Pre-War Left-Handed Martin D-28

A unique Martin guitar, this 1941 D-28SL is the only pre-war left-handed Martin D-28 known to exist. It was special ordered by singer and guitarist “Lefty” Buchar, who played with...

James DePrato from Acoustic Guitar Magazine playing a Farida Old Town Series

Farida OT-65 X Wide and OT-25 NA Demonstration

James DePrato from Acoustic Guitar Magazine test drives two new offerings from Farida’s Old Town Series, which marries classic American designs with modern building techniques and playability. Read the review...

Farida OT-65 X Wide and OT-25 NA Demonstration

James DePrato from Acoustic Guitar Magazine test drives two new offerings from Farida’s Old Town Series, which marries classic American designs with modern building techniques and playability. Read the review...