Rare, Vintage & Collectible
Guitars & Musical Instruments
From a $30,000 vintage guitar to rare saxophones, drums, and keyboards — Best Pawn Shop buys, sells, and pawns the DMV's finest instruments. Expert authenticators on call. Same-day cash in Riverdale, MD.
Looking to sell a guitar near Riverdale MD? Need to pawn a saxophone in the DMV? Want to buy a vintage guitar near Washington DC? Best Pawn Shop at 6609 Riverdale Rd is the DMV's premier destination for buying, selling, and pawning guitars, brass instruments, drums, keyboards, and all musical instruments — with expert appraisals and same-day cash.
We Handle It All
Every Instrument. Every Category.
Guitars
Brass & Woodwinds
Drums & Percussion
Keyboards & Pianos
Our Track Record
We've Handled Instruments Worth $30,000 and Beyond
Best Pawn Shop has been the DMV's most trusted source for rare and collectible musical instruments for over 30 years. We've bought, sold, and pawned instruments that most shops have never seen — including a single guitar that sold for nearly $30,000 right here in our Riverdale store.
Whether you're a collector, a professional musician, or an estate looking to liquidate a prized instrument, you'll get a fair, expert evaluation every time. We have a dedicated team of instrument specialists and authenticators we call upon for high-value pieces.
What We Handle
Instruments We Buy, Sell & Pawn
Guitars, brass, woodwinds, drums, keyboards, orchestral — we handle all makes, models, and eras from student instruments to museum-quality collectibles.
Vintage Electric Guitars
Pre-CBS Fenders, vintage Gibsons, Gretsch, Rickenbacker, and other sought-after electrics from the 1950s–1970s. We pay top dollar for rare and collectible electric guitars.
Vintage Acoustic Guitars
Martin, Gibson, Guild, Taylor, and other pre-war and post-war acoustics with collector and player value. Bring in your vintage acoustic for a free appraisal.
Brass & Woodwind Instruments
Saxophones, trumpets, trombones, French horns, clarinets, flutes — vintage and professional-grade brass and woodwind instruments from top makers like Selmer, Bach, Conn, and King.
Drums & Percussion
Vintage Ludwig, Gretsch, Rogers, and Slingerland drum kits. High-end cymbals, snares, and full drum sets. We know what vintage percussion is worth.
Keyboards & Pianos
Vintage synthesizers, stage pianos, Hammond organs, Rhodes, Wurlitzer, and high-end digital keyboards. Rare and collectible keys command serious money.
Rare, Limited & Signed Editions
Artist signatures, limited production runs, custom shop models, celebrity-owned instruments with provenance, and one-of-a-kind pieces.
Orchestral & String Instruments
Violins, cellos, upright basses, mandolins, banjos, and other orchestral string instruments. Vintage and luthier-made instruments evaluated by specialists.
Full Collections & Estates
Entire instrument collections, estate lots, and multi-piece sets evaluated and purchased in full. We make the process easy and pay fairly for everything.
Why Trust Us
Expert Authentication & Appraisal
High-value instruments deserve expert eyes. We have a dedicated network of instrument specialists and authenticators we call upon for rare and collectible pieces.
Authentication
We verify originality, provenance, and authenticity on vintage and collectible instruments before making any offer.
Fair Market Valuation
Our appraisals are based on current market data, recent auction results, and decades of hands-on experience with rare instruments.
Condition Assessment
We evaluate playability, finish, hardware, electronics, and structural integrity to give you an accurate, honest picture.
Provenance Research
For instruments with history, we research and document ownership, modifications, and notable use to maximize your offer.
Simple Process
How It Works
Bring It In
Bring your instrument to our Riverdale store at 6609 Riverdale Rd. No appointment needed — walk-ins welcome.
Expert Evaluation
Our team examines your instrument. For rare or high-value pieces, we consult our specialist network for authentication.
Get Your Offer
We make you a fair cash offer based on current market value. No pressure, no obligation — ever.
Walk Out With Cash
Accept the offer and walk out with cash the same day — or pawn it and reclaim it later when you're ready.
Sell Your Guitar Near Me
Searching for "sell my guitar near me" or "guitar pawn shop near Washington DC"? Best Pawn Shop in Riverdale, MD is minutes from DC, Hyattsville, College Park, and Greenbelt. We pay top dollar for vintage Fenders, Gibsons, Martins, and more.
Pawn Musical Instruments in Maryland
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Buy Vintage Instruments in the DMV
Looking to buy a vintage guitar near Washington DC or find a rare saxophone in Maryland? Our rotating inventory includes collector-grade instruments at fair prices. Visit us at 6609 Riverdale Rd, Riverdale, MD 20737.
Have an Instrument Worth Serious Money?
Don't sell to someone who doesn't know what they're looking at. Bring it to Best Pawn Shop — we do.
Call Us Now — (301) 459-6400