Two Old Hippies Guitars, LLC Announces Sale of Breedlove and Bedell Guitars Two Old Hippies Guitars, LLC, parent company of Breedlove and Bedell Guitars, is proud to announce the completed sale of the company to Nashville-based artists and music industry advocates Pete Mroz and Shannon Pollard. The passing of the torch marks the beginning of...
Joining the Legends: Myrtlewood Logs Poised for Guitar History Throughout music and guitar history, certain trees have achieved legendary status for their extraordinary tonewoods, becoming iconic names in the craft. "The Tree," a remarkable mahogany tree felled in Central America, is renowned for its stunning quilted figure, while "The Lucky Strike," a fabled redwood, captivated...
The Breedlove Bridge Truss relieves string tension, enhancing playability and tonal richness, making their 12-string guitars unlike any other on the market. Ed Roland, lead singer and guitarist of Collective Soul, has a “12-string problem”—specifically, a Breedlove 12-string problem. Known for his raw, vibrant sound, Ed is absolutely hooked on modern,...
We’re over the moon to announce two exciting additions to our artist family: Michael Byrnes of Mt. Joy has joined the Breedlove Guitars family, and Matt Quinn, also from Mt. Joy, is now part of the Bedell Guitars roster. This is a thrilling moment for us, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome...
An interview with Breedlove’s new VP reveals a story of passion, craftsmanship, and quiet leadership—23 years in the making. Breedlove Guitars has always been about more than just building instruments—it’s about people, purpose, and the […]
Tucked into a humble strip mall in Nashville, Tennessee, the Bluebird Café doesn’t look like the kind of place where musical dreams are born—but that’s exactly what it is. For more than 40 years, the […]
When Collective Soul wrapped a tour and made an impromptu stop in Bend, Oregon, they had no idea they were about to discover a new creative spark. In this behind-the-scenes video, frontman Ed Roland shares […]
Inside the Acoustic Shoppe’s Sawdust-Filled Demo and the Genius of the Bridge Truss System Ever wondered why so many 12-string guitars feel like a wrestling match? Between the extra string tension, high action, and the […]
Two Old Hippies Guitars, LLC Announces Sale of Breedlove and Bedell Guitars Two Old Hippies Guitars, LLC, parent company of Breedlove and Bedell Guitars, is proud to announce the completed sale of the company to […]
Give the Gift of Music this Father’s Day Father’s Day isn’t just about ties and coffee mugs—it’s about recognizing the dads who inspire us, guide us, and maybe even taught us our first chords. Whether […]
We’ve teamed up with Goose and D’Addario to bring you an exclusive chance to win a Breedlove acoustic guitar—signed by the band—plus a MASSIVE gear bundle from D’Addario to accompany your signed guitar. Whether you’re […]
The Breedlove team made the trip from Bend to Portland to visit our longtime friends at Five Star Guitars. We’re excited to share that Five Star recently acquired something truly special: Oregon’s very first PLEK […]
This agreement enhances both companies’ commitment to advancing sustainability initiatives in the music industry across North America MINNEAPOLIS, MN, April 22, 2025 — Winmark Corporation announced today that its Music Go Round retail chain has […]
Join us for a rare and intimate evening with Tom Bedell, the visionary behind Breedlove and Bedell Guitars, on Thursday, May 8 at 6:30 PM at Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center in Wheaton, Maryland. This […]
