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Why Buy Your Instrument From HeadlessUSA?

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Why Buy Your Steinberger from HeadlessUSA?

Musicians often wonder why they should purchase their "dream" Steinberger guitar or bass from HeadlessUSA rather than an anonymous internet or eBay seller. The answer lies in our decades of expertise, commitment to quality, and unmatched service.

For those who have never ventured into the risky waters of buying vintage instruments online, it’s important to know that these transactions can be unpredictable. We’ve bought and sold hundreds of Steinberger guitars and basses over the past 30 years, and we understand just how intricate and sophisticated these instruments are. Steinbergers are high-performance, precision-engineered instruments, and buying from someone who doesn’t fully understand this complexity can lead to costly repairs down the line.

The Risks of Buying from Unverified Sellers

It’s not uncommon to see Steinberger guitars or basses listed online as being in "great condition," only to find they require hundreds of dollars in repairs to restore them to their original, playable state. Most of the time, this isn’t intentional; sellers often just don’t understand the engineering behind these instruments. For instance, we rarely encounter a TransTrem-equipped guitar with its tremolo functioning perfectly out of the box. Most need at least a bearing replacement, if not a full disassembly, cleaning, and rebuild.

Unlike simpler vintage models such as the Stratocaster or Les Paul, Steinbergers are significantly more complex. With only a handful of truly qualified Steinberger technicians left, it's critical to ensure your instrument is handled by someone with the right expertise.

Why Choose HeadlessUSA?

At HeadlessUSA, we pride ourselves on having original Steinberger employees and technicians on our team, unmatched expertise, along with our deep knowledge of Steinbergers, allows us to restore and maintain these instruments to their original performance standards.

Every Steinberger guitar and bass we sell goes through a rigorous inspection process by our Steinberger-trained technicians. Any necessary repairs, part replacements, or fret work are completed before we ship the instrument to you. We also offer a 72-hour approval period—longer than the industry standard—so you have plenty of time to inspect your new instrument and make sure it meets your expectations.

Your Satisfaction is Guaranteed

We are passionate about what we do, and our impeccable, world-class work reflects that. Your satisfaction is guaranteed, and we take great pride in the positive feedback from our many satisfied customers. Don’t just take our word for it—visit our Museum Gallery to see the rare, beautiful guitars and basses we’ve acquired over the years, and check out our Customer Testimonials to see what other Steinberger enthusiasts have to say about their experience with us.

If you plan to actually play your Steinberger rather than just hang it on the wall, having it properly serviced and adjusted is crucial to your long-term enjoyment. We’re here to make sure your Steinberger is in top condition from the moment you receive it.

Feel free to explore our Restoration Gallery for examples of the work we do, or contact us directly if you have any questions. We’re always happy to help.

Stay Headless!
— The Team at HeadlessUSA