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Vintage Guitars Saved by German Owners
German distributor Musik Wein saves UK budget guitar brand Vintage Guitars from closure after founder's death.
In brief
German distributor Musik Wein saves UK budget guitar brand Vintage Guitars from closure after founder's death. Vintage Guitars, a UK budget guitar brand founded 30 years ago, was saved from closure by German distributor Musik Wein after its founder died in 2024. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Vintage Guitars Saved
After more than a year of uncertainty, British budget gear brand Vintage Guitars has been saved from extinction and will now kickstart a new era under German ownership.
Founder's Death in 2024
Following the death of the company's founder and namesake in 2.
Musik Wein Steps In
German-based distributor Musik Wein stepped in at the 11th hour to save Vintage Guitars after it was winding down operations.
New Owners' Commitment
New owner Ralf Rohrbach says Vintage Guitars is a traditional brand they will continue with their guitar expertise and ideas.
“We're proud that we have the chance to continue the journey of this very traditional and established brand.”
Joe Bonamassa Connection
Joe Bonamassa bought a Vintage Les Paul copy for £300 years ago and it inspired his wallet-friendly Epiphone collaborations.
Future Plans
Musik Wein will handle Vintage Guitars' concepts, design, development, manufacturing, and worldwide distribution starting in 2027.
The big picture
Vintage Guitars, a UK budget guitar brand founded 30 years ago, was saved from closure by German distributor Musik Wein after its founder died in 2024.
