We want to earn your business of buying, selling, trading, and consigning premium vintage instruments. Never hesitate to call or email us. I promise that you will ALWAYS be treated like a person when interacting with us. We treat people like human beings and not transactions. It is my goal that Dying Breed Music be the most fair vintage guitar business in the country. When you call Dying Breed, you will always speak to the owner, and I will always have time to talk to you. “Only the Best Will Do” is not just a tag line- it is the way that we do business. With each guitar purchase a hand writen thank you note is included. Also in each case is a handmade in Tennessse Col Littleton brand leather good with the Dying Breed Music logo impressed into the fine leather and a handmade in New Orleans letter press Dying Breed Music poster. All shipping is expedited with the vast majority being executed overnight. At Dying Breed Music you will always be treated with dignity, respect, courtesy, and humility.
Remember when you work with Dying Breed- when the guitar is approved by the new owner, you will get paid within 24 hours. We pledge to either wire the money or overnight a check to you.
1911 Martin 0-42
Perhaps the crown jewel of our current inventory- and that’s saying something. 1911 0-42 strung with low tension light strings. Only 392 0-42s were made in the history of Martin, considerably fewer than the 00-42 model. In 1911 only SIX 0-42s were made. This one conforms to the typical 42 style with generous inlays of mother of pearl and abalone. This particular guitar is in outstanding condition and looks practically unplayed and near mint.
1929 0-28
Just in. A completely crack free and all original 1929 (first year for “modern” belly bridge) 0-28. This guitar conforms to the style and ornamentation of other 28 designated guitars. Snowflake inlays, Adirondack top, hand scalloped x bracing, Brazilian rosewood, ebony, and of course herringbone trim. A miniature bone!Last year for herringbone trim.
1957 Fender Princeton Amp
A 1957 Fender Princeton. A watershed year by all accounts. 57 is very often the year Fender has focused on for the 30 years when recreating vintage guitars and amps. This amplifier represents the best in tone, rarity, and condition. All original tweed and internal components with the original tube chart and schematics still intact. One of the most sought after amps on the planet.
1961 Fender Stratocaster
NEW LISTING. After eleven years in this great business and going to guitar show to guitar show from sea to shining sea- THIS is the cleanest slab board Strat I’ve ever seen. 1961. Vibrant. Mind boggling in a genuine sense. Not only that but it comes with the original ashtray guard as well as case candy.
1956 Gibson J-45
Just in on consignment contract. A real bread and butter near mint 1956 Gibson J-45. The original working man’s guitar- these are suitable for lively strumming, Americana, blues, singer songwriter, and outlaw country. Ask Ray Wylie Hubbard! It’s the do it all instrument and perfect for any gig.
1968 Gibson EB-0
Just in from Southern Louisiana. A circa 1968 Gibson EB-0 four string bass. In original case and equipped with a Brazilian rosewood board. This bass belonged to a professional musician who toured the Southeast opening for John Anderson, Hank Williams Junior, David Allan Coe, and Mark Chesnutt. This guitar has seen two generations of highway and stages. An ultra cool maple board instrument. If you like honky tonk, outlaw country, or southern rock- this is the instrument for you.
1946 Martin D-28
A three owner guitar, it was with the same owner from 1973-2017. 1946 D-28. Originally was purchased in Hawaii while the gentleman was in the Navy. This guitar remains in quite nice condition, retaining the original bridge plate, tuners, pickguard, and frets. A luthier recently installed a replica bridge and performed a great neck set. There was some overspray over the original finish at one time but the vast majority of it has been removed. Last year for herringbone trim.
1934 Gibson Roy Smeck & 1934 Gibson Jumbo
The jumbo model was Gibson's very first dreadnought, 16 inch flat top. They created it to compete with Martin's dreadnoughts. The Gibson dreadnought body had upper bouts that were more rounded than Martin’s, giving rise to the distinguishing terms that are still used today.
1925 Martin 00-18
A wonderful pre War steel string 1925 00-18. An incredibly rare guitar in this model and 12 fret configuration. The guitar is feather light and plays perfectly thanks to an expert Lanham neck set along with a replica bridge and plate. Ebony, Adirondack, Honduran mahogany, and hide glue. This guitar is housed in a CALTON case, and most of us know that means. This guitar is articulate, loud, responsive, filled with sustain, and records like a dream.
1972 Telecaster
Just in from Southern Louisiana. A 1972 four bolt blonde telecaster in original case with original Fender polishing cloth. This guitar belonged to a professional musician who toured the Southeast opening for John Anderson, Hank Williams Junior, David Allan Coe, and Mark Chesnutt. This guitar has seen two generations of highway and stages. An ultra cool maple board instrument. If you like honky tonk, outlaw country, or southern rock- this is the guitar for you.
Although my focus is on playing the guitar, for over four decades I’ve also met many guitar dealers, collectors, and repair experts around the country. In the quest for great guitars, I’ve found Lane Comeaux to be speaking the same language- details about the sound, construction, and “vibe” the old guitars have. Always very personable and helpful, as a player he also happens to be very good at finding these treasures, and knows there’s always more to be appreciated and enjoyed in the fascinating world of vintage guitars. He knows what I like!
Robert Bowlin
Solo performer and Veteran Nashville session musician (Kathy Mattea, Osborne Brothers, Ray Price, Tom T. Hall, Chet Atkins, Ray Price, Time Jumpers) Member of Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Boy 1993-1996, 1st place, National Guitar Championship
I bought a 1951 Gibson J-185 from Lane, the 9th one made and absolutely love it. It was as described. He's a great guy to deal with. Hope to do business with him again.
Ricky Skaggs
Country Music Hall of Fame Member, 15-time Grammy winner, CMA Entertainer of the Year
Your shop looks great. I enjoy following your posts. Please continue to stay in touch. I love guitars and I love seeing what you get in.
Lyle Lovett
Austin City Limits Hall of Famer,17 time Grammy Award nominee, 4 time Grammy winner. Texas Cowboys Hall of Fame.
“Dying Breed Guitars have accumulated some of the finest guitars in the vintage market and on top of that, just fine people to work with. Thanks for helping get these incredible instruments in the right hands!”
Trey Hensley
2023 IBMA Guitar Player of the Year, 2 time Grammy nominee, “Nashville’s hottest young player” Acoustic Guitar Magazine
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation for Lane Comeaux. I have had the pleasure of dealing directly with Lane on several occasions and have always found Lane to be very professional, upfront, and honest in every transaction.
Lane has built a very successful business called Dying Breed Guitars, which specializes in selling rare vintage musical instruments worldwide. Lane's keenness and depth of perception for this type of business has allowed him to flourish in the music industry, granting Dying Breed Guitars to become known across the globe. Lane has been able to grow his business not only with private referrals, but with strategic advertising as well, reaching his audience right where they are and affording Lane the luxury of completing very high revenue deals with ease.
Lane has built a very successful business called Dying Breed Guitars, which specializes in selling rare vintage musical instruments worldwide. Lane's keenness and depth of perception for this type of business has allowed him to flourish in the music industry, granting Dying Breed Guitars to become known across the globe. Lane has been able to grow his business not only with private referrals, but with strategic advertising as well, reaching his audience right where they are and affording Lane the luxury of completing very high revenue deals with ease.
Jason Yancey
Missouri
For context and background, I want to share how I came to know Lane.
For approximately 19 years, I worked in the Office of General Counsel for the University of Arkansas. From there, I became the Executive Director and General Counsel for The Razorback Foundation, Inc. and served in that role for approximately seven and a half years. In April of this year, I returned to the University to serve as Vice Chancellor for Advancement.
With this background, I can share that I met Lane during my service at the Razorback Foundation, and I have known him since 2019. Over the years, we spent time together at Razorback practices and often communicated on a variety of topics, including everything from the Razorbacks to his vintage guitar business. Lane is an impressive person for a variety of reasons, including the importance he places on education.
I observed this first-hand as he exhibited the drive and determination to attend graduate school at Southern Cal and obtain his master's degree while concurrently operating his very busy business.
The success of Lane's vintage guitar business is something most people would admire.
I observed this first-hand as he exhibited the drive and determination to attend graduate school at Southern Cal and obtain his master's degree while concurrently operating his very busy business.
The success of Lane's vintage guitar business is something most people would admire.
T. Scott Varaday
Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, Former Counsel at University of Arkansas, Former Executive Director of Razorback Foundation, M.S. International Business and Finance Georgetown University, J.D. Georgetown University
I just wanted to write a note to say how much I appreciated our recent transaction. I am really in love with the guitar -- the 1940 rosewood J-55. Not only is it a spectacular model guitar from the golden era, but it is also one of the strongest, best sounding rosewood guitars I have ever touched.
But in addition to the guitar itself, I wan to thank you for all your efforts to support the transaction in the most trying of times -- in the middle of a pandemic. Through the whole process, your reliability and professionalism were exemplary -- I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone.
But in addition to the guitar itself, I wan to thank you for all your efforts to support the transaction in the most trying of times -- in the middle of a pandemic. Through the whole process, your reliability and professionalism were exemplary -- I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone.
Thomas P. Barnwell III, Ph.D. M.I.T.
Distinguished Professor School of Electrical and Computer Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
You guys ae great! Unbelievable that I trusted someone I did not know. I put my faith and trust into Dying Breed Music. I was not disappointed. My guitar was in the closet for a good many years gathering dust and lo and behold, I was looking at Facebook and saw something about Dying Breed Music. So, I called and I emailed. I sent a picture and then my guitar. I had a check in my hand in a short amount of time. I was amazed at the speed in which this happened. More importantly, I believe in the integrity and the honesty of Dying Breed Music. I believe it is a company to be trusted in these changing times we live in!
I never knew the true value of my Gibson. It was pointed out to me what it could be worth. I was so greatly impressed and surprised at what my Guitar sold for. This has just been a great experience from start to finish. I recommend Dying Breed Music. Without question Dying Breed Music can and should be trusted! So, if you have a guitar gathering dust, I recommend giving them a call!
Larry Fagan
Los Angeles, California
Lane is a DANGEROUS MAN, my wife says so!!.If I could I would buy every guitar he has. He always has amazing inventory..I just purchased a banner SJ and can’t wait to get it. I had been looking for one for a long time and Lane found it. Check out his site and get your check book out. Here’s to many more guitars! THANKS LANE!
Kent Blazy, Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Writer of seven #1 hits, including “If Tomorrow Never Comes” for Garth Brooks, Grammy nominee
Lane got it right when he named his outfit Dying Breed Music. His work and general approach represent the best values that too often get lost in today’s digital markets. Lane is honest, super knowledgeable, humble and straight-forward. He cares much more about helping you locate an incredible instrument that will make you happy than about making a sale. He was responsive to all questions and it was really a pleasure to do business together.
Jeffrey A. Summit, Ph.D.
Research Professor, Department of Music, Tufts University, Grammy nominee
I just received the 1909 Martin 0-28 from Lane. The instrument is exactly as he described it in his post. The transaction was flawless, the shipping was as scheduled and once I swapped the nylon strings out for a set of light gauge steel strings, I just put my head back and soaked in the tone and sustain. Next time I get the itch for an instrument I'm definitely checking with Lane, he's straight up the real deal. Keep up the good work, man. You've got a good thing going.
David Fraley, Colorado
Dying Breed music has an amazing way of consistently having the best acoustic guitars in the country. Since Lane is a player, he can give a very insightful “in hand “ description, and give you a good idea of the sound and playability of his fine instruments.
Andy Reiss
The Time Jumpers, A List studio musician, 6 time Grammy nominee, 3 time Grammy winner
I have been a customer of Lane’s for some years. One of my favorite people. He has a remarkable talent for finding fine vintage guitars in exemplary condition. His asking prices are fair & I have found him willing to negotiate on specific pieces. He’s careful in his packing & shipping & he gets back to me on questions pretty quickly, usually within 24 hrs or less. He’s knowledgeable about vintage instruments. And stays very up on where pricing trends are going for different segments in this rather volatile market.
Have fun with your new guitar!
C.M.
As a university professor celebrating 38 years in the classroom, l am often asked to provide letters of recommendation. Sometimes I find writing the letter a difficult task. Today, writing this letter is easy because I am writing to provide my highest recommendation for Lane Comeaux.
I am in a particularly good position to recommend Lane. Lane and I have been friends for 15 years, and that friendship started in my classroom. I immediately knew that Lane was destined for success, and l've been privileged to observe, and occasionally be a part of, his professional and personal journey.
You can evaluate Lane's academic background with a quick glance at his resume. His professional history is astonishingly strong. However, Lane has other qualities you won't see on his transcript or his resume. Lane will never fail to impress you with his commitment to integrity, reliability and honesty. These values described Lane at 18 years old, and l've seen him grow these attributes in his graduate education environment at USC.
I've known and worked with Lane for more than a decade, and I'm pleased to offer an unvarnished and highest recommendation on his behalf. I will never be surprised by anything Lane accomplishes. Have fun with your new guitar!
You can evaluate Lane's academic background with a quick glance at his resume. His professional history is astonishingly strong. However, Lane has other qualities you won't see on his transcript or his resume. Lane will never fail to impress you with his commitment to integrity, reliability and honesty. These values described Lane at 18 years old, and l've seen him grow these attributes in his graduate education environment at USC.
I've known and worked with Lane for more than a decade, and I'm pleased to offer an unvarnished and highest recommendation on his behalf. I will never be surprised by anything Lane accomplishes. Have fun with your new guitar!
Dr. Jack R. Shock
Distinguished Professor of Communication
Harding University
This was my first vintage guitar buying experience...especially with buying something as expensive as this gorgeous 68 Fender paisley telecaster...you can image the stress and anxiety associated with such a purchase ....Lane was outstanding right from the start with fantastic communication and answered any questions I had promptly. The guitar arrived safely and packaged well above my expectations and just as Lane described. Would I do business with Lane again? Absolutely 100% A++.
Jay Pfeifer
Bella Canvas brand T-shirt, high quality printing.
