Who Owns This Guitar-Filled Wonderland?
So, you wanna know who's the lucky duck that owns Chicago Music Exchange (CME), huh? Well, buckle up, because this is a tale as sweet as a vintage Les Paul.
From Wall Street to Wall of Guitars
Believe it or not, the guy who calls the shots at CME used to be a Wall Street bigwig. Yeah, you read that right. The dude was trading stocks and options like it was nobody's business. But then, poof, a magical guitar fairy waved her wand and he was all, "Hey, I wanna play with toys!" And those toys turned out to be guitars, amps, and drums.
His name is David Kalt, and let's just say he made a pretty smooth transition from counting money to counting frets. Who knew a former finance guru could have such a killer ear for tone?
CME: More Than Just a Guitar Store
Now, CME isn’t just some run-of-the-mill guitar shop. It’s a hallowed ground for guitar nerds, a candy store for gearheads, and a therapist's office for those suffering from GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome). They’ve got everything from a Les Paul that could probably buy a small country to a pedalboard that's more complex than quantum physics.
A Match Made in Musical Heaven
But here’s the kicker: In a shocking twist that would make a soap opera writer jealous, Reverb, the online marketplace for music gear, decided to swoop in and buy CME. It's like when your favorite band announces a reunion tour – you’re ecstatic, but also a little confused.
So, technically, CME is now part of the Reverb family. Think of it as a power couple: the brick-and-mortar experience combined with the online shopping convenience. It’s a match made in musical heaven, or at least in the boardroom.
How to...
- How to find the best deals at CME? Keep an eye on their website and social media for sales and promotions. Also, don’t be afraid to haggle a little!
- How to get over GAS? Sell some gear! Or, you know, just accept that you'll never own every guitar. It's a tough pill to swallow, but it's the truth.
- How to learn more about guitars? Dive into online resources, watch YouTube tutorials, and most importantly, practice!
- How to visit CME? It's located in Chicago, Illinois. Plan a trip and prepare to drool over the guitars.
- How to become a guitar god? Practice, practice, practice. And maybe take some lessons.