November 12th, 2009 by CME
We are proud to announce that Chicago Music Exchange has been featured in Comcast On Demand’s Local Channel. They made a short piece on our store and have captured the essence of our location. If you have a moment, take a look at it!
Here is the link to the Comcast Listing: http://www.comcast.net/video/chicago-music-exchange/1282368715/
October 2nd, 2009 by CME
Guitar Fixation has written a great review on our shop recently. Check it out on their website! It’s been an honor to have such a write-up and we would like to share an excerpt from it:
“The shop is as close as you can get to guitar heaven. Not only do they carry nearly every guitar that you can imagine, but the store also has a very comfortable and relaxed vibe to it. From the sheer size of the space to the comfortable sofas that are everywhere – this place redefines the guitar shopping experience.”
Read the full article here:
http://www.guitarfixation.com/guitar_shops/more/chicago_music_exchange
August 10th, 2009 by CME
Over the past weekend here at Chicago Music Exchange, we have been visited by some great musicians and bands. We would like to thank each and every one of them for taking the time out of their busy schedule and checking out our store. It was a big weekend for Chicago as Lollapalooza was hosted in Grant Park. Many of the acts paid us a visit and purchased some amazing instruments. We hope you all had a wonderful experience.
Thank-You.
Depeche Mode - http://2009.lollapalooza.com/band/depeche-mode/photos
Ben Harper - http://2009.lollapalooza.com/band/ben-harper-relentless7/photos
Fleet Foxes - http://2009.lollapalooza.com/band/fleet-foxes/photos
The Decemberist - http://2009.lollapalooza.com/band/the-decemberists/photos
Check out a recap of the event at: http://lollapalooza.com/blog/index.php
July 30th, 2009 by CME
Does your favorite guitar need a little TLC?
Do you have some old gear that could use some repair?
Our guitar techs specialize in everything from set-ups to full vintage restoration. We are experts at fret leveling/replacement, neck resets, high-end woodworking, electronics repairs and customer modifications. Broken acoustic braces or even major reconstruction is not a problem. Superior pickup replacement or re-wiring and expert body work is also part of what we do.
Our electronics tech will breathe new life into dead gear. We specialize in tube and solid state guitar amps, but also service pro audio, effects pedals, and most consumer electronics. We can restore and repair almost any tube or solid state guitar and bass amplifiers. We strive to preserve the authenticity of the amplifiers, while restoring them to their proper working condition. Your amps will sound like they were intended to sound (maybe for the first time!).
In addition to amps, we also repair most pro audio including mixing consoles, power amps, mic preamps, compressors, effects units and just about any other type of analog musical equipment.
If it’s broken, we can fix it!
Contact us for more information: 773.525.7773 - electronics@chicagomusicexchange.com
April 21st, 2009 by CME
Windy City Windfall
The current issue of Fretboard Journal features a photo essay of our store. It’s a great article about some of the “more interesting musical instrument shops in” Chicago. Here is a bit more of what they have to say:
“Chicago-based photographer Eric Futran explores two of the city’s more interesting musical instrument shops in this issue’s photo essay. Though just blocks apart, Andy’s Music and the Chicago Music Exchange offer a stark contrast to one another. In Andy Cohn’s cramped space, guitars, tablas and djembes fill each room; while in Scott Silver’s Chicago Music Exchange, the focus is on rare and collectible electric and acoustic guitars. Stunning photos of great instruments (from the East and West) abound.”
Read the full article in Fretboard Journal Spring 2009 Issue:
http://www.fretboardjournal.com/current_issue/
April 21st, 2009 by CME
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Sean Seth is one of our wonderful customers here at Chicago Music Exchange, and he is here sharing his experience with us. This past weekend, after visiting the Chicago Music Exchange, he spent the rest of the weekend listening to some great music here in Chicago. It was during this experience when he had the chance to bump into one of the worlds most famous blues players, Buddy Guy. |
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March 6th, 2009 by CME
On Thursday March 26, 2009…
Come hang out with Taylor factory experts for a lively night of guitar talk and test-driving! The Taylor Guitars Road Show crew is back on tour to bring to you the latest ideas and gear, directly from Taylor’s headquarters.
• Check out the new T3 semi-hollow body electric
• Hear a demo of how acoustic shapes and woods affect tone
• Learn to “mod” a Solid Body with new loaded pick guards
• Get the latest on Taylor’s Build to Order program
• Sample killer custom and one-off beauties, all for sale
• Register to win a Taylor guitar of your choice
• Free Taylor Ware gear and Elixir Strings (while supplies last)
Thursday March 26, 2009
4 pm - 7 pm
Call for info: 773 . 525 . 7773
Chicago Music Exchange
3316 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
February 12th, 2009 by Demchuk
NAMM 2009, Anaheim, CA — Scott Silver, owner of Chicago Music Exchange, was among the 3 guests featured on Breakfast of Champions - Three Different Approaches to Retail, hosted by NAMM President/CEO Joe Lamond on January 26th, 2009. To achieve success, you need to stay open to new and innovative ways of doing business. Alongside Scott Silver the interview also features 2 other young, passionate retailers who are doing just that: Jason Tavaria of Dolphin Music, Liverpool, England; and Billy Cuthrell of Progressive Music Center, Raleigh, N.C. Their insight on clientele and customer satisfaction is invaluable and offers direction for future entrepreneurs in the vintage guitar retail industry.
January 26th, 2009 by Demchuk
Anaheim, Calif., January 15, 2009—NAMM, the trade association of the international music products industry, kicked off its 107th NAMM Show today at the Anaheim Convention Center. Thousands of music products professionals from around the world gathered for the event, which started on a musical note at the Hilton Anaheim Hotel with a slide guitar performance by Bob Brozman.
Joe Lamond, president and CEO, NAMM, hosted the day’s NAMM University Breakfast Session, “Breakfast of Champions.” After greeting the standing-room only crowd, Lamond sat down for interviews with Paul Cuomo, Howrey, LLP; Mitsuru “Mick” Umemura, Yamaha; Scott Silver, Chicago Music Exchange; Billy Cuthrell, Progressive Music Center; and Jason Tavaria, Dolphin Music.
Scott Silver of CME, (second from left) at the ‘Breakfast For Champions’, NAMM 2009
After discussing topics such as industry history, customer service and music lesson programs, Lamond welcomed rock legend/media mogul Gene Simmons to the stage, who shared his thoughts on business strategies and the importance of listening to the customer.
A morning performance by Benise filled the Anaheim Convention Center lobby, and was the first of many performances on stages throughout the show halls.
Gene Simmons gives the 101 on music marketing
Official show opening was marked by the annual performance of the Fernand L. Petiot All-Industry Marching Band, comprised of industry members who paraded through the halls while playing The Doors’ “Light My Fire.” This year’s Honorary Grand Marshals for the band were Inez Hussey, King George V1 Centre, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe; Anne Bryant, Executive Director, National School Boards Association; and Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser, music education advocate.
The show’s theme, “Come Together,” fit perfectly for this first day of the event where the halls were busy with retail buyers, reps and media from around the world. In addition, NAMM University offered educational sessions in the Idea Center, with speakers offering tips on e-commerce, sales/marketing, retail ideas, business strategies and lesson programs.
“I come [to NAMM University] for the ideas,” said Bill Phipps of Willis Music, Florence, Ky. “A lot of the stuff we already know, but it’s nice to be refreshed and reminded.”
The trade-only event featured more than 1,500 manufacturers’ exhibits with many product launches that gathered crowds to see the newest, most innovative products from all musical categories, including string, percussion, band and orchestra, pianos, music accessories, print music, computer music equipment, pro audio and lighting.
“It’s been very good for us—we’ve made some contacts in the piano division and now we’re in the school instruments section, “ said Sheila Alain of Lauzon Music Centre, Ottawa, Canada. “We’ve been making contacts and meeting old friends. We’ve been searching out new products and having a good time.”
NAMM 2009, Anaheim, CA - Anaheim Convention Center
The show also featured photo opportunities with Sesame Street characters, public tours of and live music at the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus and the annual end-of-day video presentation: “In Memoriam, A Tribute to Music Industry Leaders,” set to songs performed by the L.A. Scots Pipe Band and Drew Tretick. After show hours, many musical events were scheduled at hotels and bars around Anaheim. For more information and news updates, interested parties may visit www.namm.org/thenammshow.
January 13th, 2009 by Demchuk
We’ve expanded our store hours here at Chicago Music Exchange! With busy schedules sometimes it’s tough to squeeze in a peek at that limited edition Satriani from Ibanez, or sample a few licks on a ‘54 Fender Strat, but not anymore!
Stop by CME Monday through Saturday from 11 AM - 7 PM, and now Sundays from 11 AM - 5 PM, with plenty of time to make it to your next gig or home just in time for dinnner. We’re Chicago’s Premier Authority on New and Vintage Guitars!