Vintage instrument shops are amazing.

Here in Toronto, there's Capsule Music on Queen St., and even for those who know nothing about musical gear, this place is just gorgeous. Easily one of the high points here in town.

As if that weren't enough coolness for one post, there's a place which simply cannot go without mentioning. Ok, it's not in the GTA, but it's cool for (at least) two very important reasons. First, in addition to selling vintage instruments, they make their own guitars. Which are used by some very hip people, by the way.

Second, they're family. Visit my cousin at Philly's Di Pinto Guitars... and don't forget to check out his photo page.