The Guitar Colonel

Through word of mouth I was looking for someone to check out my guitar and give me an indication of year and build plus an evaluation of what it might be worth. The person who more than one person said I should go was a place in South Melbourne. Doing some searching I found the place and the name of the business was The Guitar Colonel. The place in South Melbourne has closed so I found out had a place in Hawthorne exact address is 112 Auburn Rd. Now it is a place to which you have to pay attention to the actual sign. It's in the opposite side about 3 shops form the Auburn Hotel. You have to go through a shop that sells what I thought they looked like Japanese dinning plates. Through that and then turn left and upstairs. The walls have old posters of band's and great guitarists. Upstairs is a relatively small area with the walls features some great guitars. Very worm and friendly atmosphere I met the colonel and he's a very friendly, polite and extremely knowledgeable of what he knows best. And is guitars. In a world of people who try to take advantage of people who are not as knowledgeable or are looking for a guitar to help them learn that magnificent instrument. He is not what you see is what you get and the advice you will get is not going to be for him to get a sale, but for you to go home and think about it and make your decision. From what my experience was I would highly recommend that you go and visit his premises and listen to what he will tell you. Hope the pic helps people find the entrance to his shop

I rang Anthony for some advice in relation to a pre-loved guitar I had purchased. I’ve just started learning and the guitar, a Squier, is not normally the level/quality of instrument that passes through his hands.

Regardless of that, he said to bring it in. Anthony’s help, knowledge, enthusiasm, encouragement and professionalism are beyond reproach. As a learner with a cheap guitar, I could have easily been brushed off or hoodwinked, the exact opposite it true.

I couldn’t recommend Anthony or his business any more highly than 5 Stars.

Received an used PRS custom 2005 anniversary edition via delivery from this store. The shipping and packaging was handled to an excellent standard. Highly recommended.

Thanks Anthony for great buying experience. I bought the cheapest guitar in the shop and can’t imagine you would have treated me any different if I’d bought that gold top LesPaul you had on the table…

Incredible range of guitars, a must see in Melbourne for every musician! If you’re coming through Melbourne, you have to check you the Colonel!!

Anthony is a very knowledgeable and terrific guy to work with. He knows the market and gives honest appraisals of a guitar. If you are looking for a gentleman who is honest, friendly, up front and is a subject matter expert then Anthony is your man. His inventory is filled with great instruments and the occasional amp. I thoroughly recommend you visit The Guitar Colonel for any future purchases. You will get a good deal with this gentleman

I have been selling and buying vintage instruments for over 20 years both in Australia and Overseas. Anthony is by far one of the best I’ve ever encountered. His knowledge and understanding of where the vintage and modern day market sits is simply outstanding. I have now purchased and sold over a dozen instruments with The Colonel and every single transaction has been an absolute pleasure. Please don’t hesitate to purchase here folks! Anthony Lance is simply one of the greatest around!

Joel O’Brien

I have bought a couple of guitars off Anthony who incidentally is a nice bloke. Have sold other guitars through him as well for reasonable prices. His stock has always been good quality and well priced in the affordable market. Highly recommend for most of your guitar and amp needs. Oh and his got a cute little dog which is the mascot of the business.

I have lessons with the Colonel and he's an absolute legend. My lessons are great fun and Anthony is a super nice and funny chap. He's very knowledgeable and only sells quality guitars in the store. They've also done some work on my guitar which I'm very happy with. Recommended.

I bought a Gibson ES-335 from The Guitar Colonel in May. The guitar is superb, the price was very reasonable and the service was excellent. Highly recommended!

Anthony was so easy going. Would let you play for as long as you needed. Made making my purchase a no brainer. Love my guitar and will forever.

Anthony was fantastic. I was able to try the guitar I was interested in, with no pressure, and browse the amazing selection of wonderful guitars on offer. The guitar I finally purchased was the right one for me, at the right price.
A great experience, and thoroughly recommend Anthony and the Guitar Colonel.

Very nice person to deal with! Perfect packing! But the most important: amazingly rare guitar in new condition!
Thanks Anthony
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Edward

Fantastic store. Great website & videos too. Check out Shootin' the Strings & Drink Beer Play Guitar on the Colonel's YouTube channel as well as the featured instrument videos - it's always helpful to see and hear the guitars before even coming into the store.

And when you visit the store the friendly Colonel is happy to let you try out whatever you like - which is handy because it's how I found the holy grail, and it turned out to be a completely different guitar than the one I was visiting the store to play. The Colonel did me a great deal too. Highly recommended. Thanks Anthony!

Very professional and friendly service. Great communication, super fast processing of my order and excellent packing of my new guitar for shipping to me interstate. It arrived very quickly with full tracking and most importantly without any damage. The best online shopping experience I have had (and I have had a lot). 5 stars plus.

A great store to check out, a must visit when in Melbourne. Unlike the sterile "guitar catalogue" big stores, he actually has stuff that is cool and interesting. I bought an amp over the internet and he was great to deal with, posted promptly and packed well. Highly recommended.

Great experience with The Guitar Colonel. I was thinking it would be a bit tricky to buy a guitar during Covid Lockdown, but Anthony made it easy. Honest advice, prompt service and securely packaged. Loving my new Strat thank you Colonel.

High quality Acoustic & Electric Guitars. Inventory includes rare vintage selections. Owner is customer friendly, extremely knowledgeable and happy to answer inquiries. Highly recommend.

Really cool place to view and play a variety of different guitars and also some vintage guitars. Owner is a lovely man who is very pleasant and welcoming. Be sure to check it out!

Friendly and relaxed setting to test out some fantastic music gear. Anthony is super friendly and helpful. Well worth a look