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People often long for that guitar that’s been carefully stored in a closet for years, or that one special piece of jewelry they wear only for a special live performance. Whatever it is you’re looking for, we’ll bring it to life. Whether you prefer a “Closet Classic” look or are seeking a heavy relic finish, TMG will bring your vision to life with the highest standard of finishing techniques.

We use traditional nitrocellulose lacquer to provide the highest-quality
finish available on the market.

We perform the intricate work that high-tech robots simply cannot achieve. True American quality is something made by people, for people. Every guitar shipped from TMG has a warm, human touch.
Our craftsmen are a genuine team who make decisions based on rigorous standards and, with artistic skill, are dedicated to refining each instrument until it meets our exacting standards.

The History of Nitrocellulose Lacquering

This history is linked to the automotive industry of the 1950s. At that time, Detroit automakers—renowned for their beautiful paint jobs—were dominating the market. Nearly all cars of that era were painted with nitrocellulose lacquer, using an optimal combination of “pigment,” “binder,” and “solvent.” The colors
used on guitars back then were primarily “Sunburst” and “Blonde.”Heavily influenced by the colors of cars shipped from Detroit, the custom colors of that era were created with reference to the color variations of the time. Since
nitrocellulose dries quickly, produces a beautiful finish, and allows for easy repair of minor scratches, it was only natural that it came to be used as automotive paint.
As for guitars, nitrocellulose finishing was considered essential due to its ease of use.
In fact, it is known that the bond between nitrocellulose lacquer and wood conveys a more natural tone without interfering with the wood’s unique resonance, and it is also characterized by its minimal impact on the body’s transmission of string vibrations.
We decided to use this traditional lacquer for TMG’s custom paint not only to carry on the excellence of the painting techniques of that era—ensuring the finest possible finish for our guitars—but also to honor the spirit of the bygone era when it was first used.

Vintage tones with modern quality and functionality

We are grateful to have partnered with leading companies in the guitar industry. Just as we do, our partners understand how important hardware quality is and share our vision. We strive every day to provide the best possible
hardware without compromising on appearance or playability. With
deep gratitude, we’d like to introduce our partners:
Callaham, Kluson Tuners, Bigsby, Mastery, Dunlop Fretwire