by Mark Hiebert | Oct 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Recording Artist’s Workshop (RAW) and Guitar Tex are hosting our second studio Jam on Sunday, October 18, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the RAW studio. Here’s the link to the Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Hsvwo6XV1/ Location: RAW Studio (Address...
by Mark Hiebert | Sep 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Looking ahead to the remainder of 2026, we plan to have extended hours on Saturdays. Starting October 3, we will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the same as the rest of the weekdays. We will still be closed on Sundays. For the observed holidays for the remainder of this...
by Mark Hiebert | Jun 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
End of the day, everything around this shop is in some way about making music. When TPR approached us about their June 21 Make Music Day event, we decided that would be a good opportunity to show some support. In partnership with City of San Antonio Department...
by Mark Hiebert | Mar 15, 2024 | Instruments, News and Events
Recently received in the shop are a couple of unique consignment instruments, a 1963 Epiphone FT-45 Cortez and a 1963 Fender Telecaster. Both are instruments from the estate of Robert Combest and are being sold on behalf of his family. We have prepared a detailed set...
by Mark Hiebert | Mar 14, 2023 | Mark Hiebert - Author
It’s always a happy day when the right instrument finds its way into the right hands. Whether we’re talking $300 or $3,000, a new (or new to you) guitar is an investment. We work to help you get the best value possible as you step up to your next instrument. When...
by Mark Hiebert | Dec 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
We are operating with limited staff due to COVID exposures. As such, we are implementing special protocols. Appointment Only On: • Tuesday, December 13 • Wednesday, December 14 Please call 210-822-1595 when you arrive. We are sorry for the inconvenience. We aim...
by GuitarTex-Comm | Sep 8, 2022 | John Rameriz - Author
When Leo Fender designed the ’59 Bassman amp, I doubt that he was thinking it would become one of the most desirable guitar amps ever. Using four 10-inch speakers gives 40 square inchs of speaker working for you. That’s better than one 15-inch (15 sq.in.)...
by GuitarTex-Comm | Sep 8, 2022 | Mark Waldrop-Author, Mark's Corner
For many players, if not most, the choice of their pick doesn’t require much thought . They’re completely content with a Fender medium, thin, or whatever generic pick they choose. When I was coming up as a guitarist their were few other choices. Then along...
by Mark Hiebert | Aug 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Larrivee 0-40R 12-Fret Guitar Larrivee O-40 R Special Edition (2022) SN 138730 A 12-fret parlor guitar, this P-O3R features an abolone rosette. Big sound doesn’t require a big instrument. For proof, play a Larrivee 0-40 or a P-03 – 12-fret guitars with smaller bodies...
by GuitarTex-Comm | Aug 1, 2022 | Electric Guitars, News and Events
50 watt 1X 12″ combo and less than 22 lbs. We’ve been selling the original USA voiced Aviator Cub really well. We believe the UK voiced version will be just as popular. $649.00 www.quilterlabs.com In this pic it’s joined by a very cool Fret King John...
