We are not currently scheduling shop visits. We are, however, fully operational and ship all guitars with a three-day trial in the U.S. The honesty and no pressure salesmanship is what you come to expect from Dream Guitars. Crazy enough that every guitar has its own voice and how that voice pulls out creativity from the player. Dream Guitars was started by Paul Heumiller and fingerstyle guitarist extraordinaire Martin Simpson. The idea was to gather together the finest guitars in the world and to offer them in an honorable fashion with real expertise and guidance.
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To gather together the finest quality guitars in the world, and offer them in an honorable fashion - with real expertise and guidance. We have been praised for our precise ability to guide our customers to their "dream guitar". Owner Paul Heumiller is a member of the Guild of American Luthiers and a strong supporter of the craft.
Dream Guitars is perhaps the finest shop in the world for high-end handmade acoustic instruments with over 17 years experience and many awards to it's credit. Dream Guitars has set the bar for acoustic guitar websites, being the first to record every single instrument they offer with the Grammy winner Al Pettaway, to offer the educational Listening Studio and expert guidance that is second to none.
Dream Guitars is dedicated to bringing you the very finest of instruments from all over the world. To do so, we not only bring in top quality consignments and trades but also custom order guitars, both for our shop and for individual clients to suit their personal needs. We work directly with our builders to help promote their names and get their guitars into the hands of players and collectors who are looking for the very best that the world of lutherie has to offer.UPDATE: Due to the pandemic, we are not currently scheduling shop visits at this time however we are fully operational and as always we ship all guitars with a three day trial in the U.S.
Showings: You are welcome to come play instruments at our showroom in North Carolina. We are easy to reach. Our North Carolina location is just outside of Asheville where we offer private showings by appointment. We are located just 10 miles north of beautiful Asheville, NC where shopping, dining, and entertainment are plentiful.
Reviews (9)
Edith Letz
May 23, 2022
Dream Guitars is the proverbial candy store for anyone looking for that special guitar that makes the heart sing and the soul dance. Paul Heumiller was instrumental in my search and ultimately finding that dream guitar for my foray into acoustic Blues. The video demonstrations of the many guitars in stock but also the ones not currently in stock gave me a bird's eye view of what was available and what I could realistically expect from my selection.
The no-hassle trial-before-purchase of Dream Guitars took most of the nerves out of the online purchase process. All I can say is "Thank you" to Paul and his team for providing this invaluable resource for me and anyone on the quest for their ultimate guitar.
The no-hassle trial-before-purchase of Dream Guitars took most of the nerves out of the online purchase process. All I can say is "Thank you" to Paul and his team for providing this invaluable resource for me and anyone on the quest for their ultimate guitar.
Patrick Cronin
Apr 22, 2022
I purchased a used guitar online from Dream and it felt like it arrived in my hands minutes after purchasing (in reality it was a day, thanks to free upgraded overnight shipping). The guitar came with excellent care instructions, and I found this very useful as a first time buyer of a custom acoustic instrument. The Dream team followed up to make sure I was satisfied and assured me that they would help me find a better fit if the guitar I purchased didn't meet my expectations.
Much appreciated, although there's no way I'm letting this guitar go! I would highly recommend the shop, especially for people who might be initially apprehensive to buy a high end acoustic instrument online.
Much appreciated, although there's no way I'm letting this guitar go! I would highly recommend the shop, especially for people who might be initially apprehensive to buy a high end acoustic instrument online.
Thomas Shelton
Apr 21, 2022
Travis Elliott
Jan 11, 2022
I was looking for a limited run Stratocaster and found their listing online. I bought it on their website and had it shipped to the west coast. Perfect condition, packed very well and zero complaints. They had an ice storm blow through and they actually delayed shipping a day to ensure their people were safe to make it into work. I had a great experience and am happy to know they value their own people's well being in the process.
John Rodgers
Nov 20, 2021
Douglas Jones
Sep 24, 2021
I have purchased many guitars in my life and always shied away from eCommerce as a mode of buying because you just can't really know until you have the instrument in you hands, play it and hear it. No longer! The team at Dream Guitars does an outstanding job of presenting that experience to you on-line, in email and on calls. I found them to be very easy to work with, bent on customer service and what I experienced when I received the instrument, was just exactly what they had described and presented. If you are looking for a stellar guitar and buying experience, I highly recommend Dream Guitars. Thanks Paul and Logan!
Clif Jones
Sep 15, 2021
Dream Guitars, Paul and staff are truly a class act, from their high quality instruments to the way they handle business. I was pretty blown away to receive a perfect guitar, overnight at that AND a return shipping label was included in case I didn't like the instrument. If your shopping for the best of the best in quality instruments, especially boutique acoustic guitars, Dream Guitars and Paul are the place! All business owners should take note of their business model.
David Borbas
Sep 09, 2021
Jason Moore L. Ac
Jul 23, 2021
I found this shop online because they had something in stock that no one else anywhere did. I admit. I read a lot of the negative reviews on google and I was slightly hesitant. However. my experience was unlike any of those reviews. Paul was very friendly and helpful via our email communications. Then, when I called the shop to place my order both the person who answered the phone and Larry who took my order were very friendly and helpful. Now I have the hard to find equipment that I needed on it's way to California for my gig this weekend. I am very pleased with my experience with Dream Guitars.
