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People long to hold that guitar carefully stored in their closet for years, or that one precious accessory worn only for special live performances. Whatever you seek, we'll make it a reality. Whether you prefer a closet classic or desire heavy relic processing, TMG delivers with the highest standard of finishing techniques.

Using traditional nitrocellulose lacquer,
We provide the highest level of finish available on the market.

High-tech robots cannot perform such intricate work. True American quality is made by people for people. Every guitar shipped from TMG carries a human warmth.
Our craftsmen are a true team who make decisions based on reliable standards and work with artistic skill, meticulously refining each piece until it becomes a truly satisfying creation.

The History of Nitrocellulose Coloring

This relates to the automotive industry of the 1950s. At that time, Detroit automakers, renowned for their beautiful color schemes, dominated the market. Nearly all automobiles of the era were painted with nitrocellulose-based coatings, where the optimal combination of "pigment," "binder," and "solvent" was crucial.
The colors used on guitars back then were mainly just "Sunburst" and "Blonde." They were heavily influenced by the colors of cars shipped from Detroit, and the custom colors of the time were created by referencing the color variations of that era.
Nitrocellulose dried quickly and produced a beautiful finish, and it could easily repair minor scratches, so it was only natural that it came to be used as a car paint.
On the other hand, regarding guitars, nitrocellulose lacquer was considered important due to its ease of use.
In fact, it has been found that the adhesion between nitrocellulose lacquer and wood conveys a more natural resonance without hindering the wood's unique sound, and it is also characterized by having an extremely minimal impact on the body that transmits string vibration.
We chose to use this traditional paint in TMG's custom finishes not only to achieve the finest possible guitar finish by preserving the excellence of this era's painting techniques, but also to honor the spirit of the old days when it was first used.

Vintage tone with modern quality and functionality

We are grateful to be partnering with leading companies in the guitar market. Like us, our partners understand how crucial hardware quality is and share the same vision.
We strive daily to provide the best possible hardware without compromising on appearance or playability.
With deep gratitude, we would like to introduce our partner companies.
Callaham, Kluson Tuners, Bigsby, Mastery, Dunlop Fretwire