Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Vintage Guitars & Musical Instruments Experts in Fredericksburg, VA
Picker's Supply has been a trusted name in the musical community for over 40 years, specializing in vintage and rare instruments, expert repairs, and personalized music education. Our team brings decades of experience to instrument restoration, offering meticulous setups and repairs for guitars, banjos, and more. We provide tailored music lessons for all skill levels, taught by professional instructors in a state-of-the-art facility.Our appraisal services, led by internationally recognized experts, help clients assess the value of their instruments for insurance or sale. With a legacy dating to 1975, we combine deep industry knowledge with a commitment to preserving musical heritage while empowering new talent.
Services
Vintage Instruments
Instrument Repairs
Music Lessons
Appraisals
Local Music Promotion
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of expertise in vintage instrument restoration and appraisal.
- Our team includes globally recognized specialists in rare guitars and banjos.
- We provide free evaluations for all repair and appraisal services.
- Our music lessons are tailored to individual student goals and skill levels.
- We maintain a full-service concert hall for student performance opportunities.
Services
Vintage Instruments
Pickers Supply curates a collection of rare and vintage instruments including guitars, mandolins, and banjos. Our inventory spans decades of musical history, featuring iconic brands like Gibson and Heritage. Each instrument undergoes expert evaluation to ensure authenticity and playability for collectors and performers alike.
Instrument Repairs
We specialize in comprehensive instrument repairs from minor adjustments to major structural restoration. Services include truss rod adjustments, fret polishing, crack repairs, and neck resets. Our technicians combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to restore instruments to optimal playing condition while preserving their historical value.
Music Lessons
Our music education program offers personalized instruction for all skill levels and instruments. With 30+ instructors and 14 studios, students receive tailored lessons in various genres. We provide both recreational and structured academic training, including specialized group guitar classes developed by experienced educators.
Appraisals
Expert appraisals are conducted by internationally recognized specialists with over 50 years of combined experience. We provide detailed written evaluations for insurance, sale, or collection management. Services include market value analysis, condition assessment, and documentation support for vintage and rare instruments.
Local Music Promotion
We actively support the local music scene through event promotion and venue partnerships. Our concert hall hosts performances and educational workshops. We connect regional musicians with resources including instrument sales, repair services, and performance opportunities to foster artistic growth in the Fredericksburg area.
People
Bran Dillard
Owner
Bran Dillard founded Pickers Supply in 1975 after starting his career in 1969. He has become a globally recognized expert in vintage guitars, mandolins, and banjos, combining decades of hands-on experience with deep market knowledge.
Matt Montoro
Protege
Matt Montoro works alongside Bran Dillard as a leading expert in vintage instruments. With over 50 combined years of experience at Pickers Supply, he specializes in evaluating and restoring rare guitars and stringed instruments for collectors worldwide.
Questions
What types of vintage instruments do you carry?
We specialize in rare guitars, mandolins, and banjos from iconic brands like Gibson and Heritage, with instruments dating back to the 1930s.
Do you offer instrument repair services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive repairs including setups, crack repairs, neck resets, and fretwork for all stringed instruments.
Are music lessons available for beginners?
Absolutely! Our lessons cater to all skill levels, including complete beginners, with both private and group instruction options.
Can you appraise instruments remotely?
We offer remote appraisals via photos, though in-person evaluations provide the most accurate assessment of an instrument's condition.
What lesson packages do you offer?
Private lessons are $35 each with monthly payment options, while our group guitar class costs $125 for a five-week session.
Videos
Reviews (7)
Trevor Westron
Jun 16, 2022
Report
Jeffrey is always class act and rest of the crew has been great. Top shelf instruments and my wife loves her Martin
Glen Bailey
May 19, 2022
Report
Knowledgeable friendly staff I drove over an hour to look @ a guitar and my experience was well worth the drive I was impressed with the large selection of gear and I'm very pleased with my purchase
Allen Laton
Jul 17, 2021
Report
I totally trust my Martin guitar for repairs or new strings since im a traveling musician for over 45 years with Pickers Supply. Very profesional people that works there! Great selection of guitars too. I give Pickers supply 5 plus rated music store!
Garret O'Rourke
Dec 18, 2020
Report
Very friendly and helpful employees! The service was incredibly fast and they went above and beyond my expectations. They even only charged me for for replacement strings because what I wanted was "such an easy job" that they didn't want to charge me for services. Excellent experience overall!
Mark Richardson
Nov 28, 2019
Report
They did a great job setting up my Taylor 514ce. There was a bit of a buzz at first, from too low of an action but they took it back in and fixed it, no questions asked. It sounds beautiful now. They're also helpful when you looking for a new guitar. Big thank you to the guys at Picker's! My favorite guitar shop in town! Jeffrey and the other guys are always very friendly and helpful.
Tom C.
Aug 20, 2019
Report
I've been playing bluegrass fiddle for 14 years. 5 years ago I purchased my current fiddle from them. I wouldn't ever want another fiddle again. They have high quality instruments and excellent customer service. I always come here to get anything I need from strings to rosin to a new bow. Best music shop I've been to, will never shop anywhere else for music related items
Kristie Nadzom
May 11, 2019
Report
Knowledgeable people and unique instruments. Love that it is family owned. Important to support small business owners.