The Scene Nashville: The Gibson Garage

[@donnewton415]

Mark's baby completely explains why he left Norm's. If this is what Gibson offered to entice you to leave LA, well dude, you scored! What a shop.

[@russellzauner]

Coming from working in both start ups, corporations, and startups that got acquired by corporations - not trying to make offense but the people that stay behind to run what's left of an acquisition of a start up or small/mom n pop type company is exactly what you just described. Not only that, there are a an insane amount of new families produced after acquisitions if you run the statistics on childbirth in acquired company's employees lives between the before/after what I like to call the "responsibility" curves and the contrast between "active" and "passive" parenting as your kids age. Some people get too happy and just retire after that; others simply stay long enough to get retention bonuses and the brood out of the toddler years and then dive back into another start up. Contrary to popular belief, the lives of most startup employees is actually pretty great and fully flexible but it's balanced against risk management, which is why, a solid stint bringing your expertise to a venue that really could use it and can at least appear forecastable or sustainable is good for your family and your "career". There's a lot of stuff I *had* to learn that I probably never would have if I wasn't *made* to, and only part of that is of value, really. Instead of taking it personal and being angry or something, I knew it for what it was and when you can get good opportunities with a lot of freedom to flex, teach, and demonstrate, as well as grow your abilities and knowledge - there's something cool about watching a super enthusiast get a gig at a place that thrills their soul - I am glad they let you build the place. The demo shop is amazing too - everyone grab a demo shop guitar before they just aren't there anymore...at least there won't be the pile they're whittling down *right* now. Amazing stuff and I probably already used that somewhere. Anyhow. Sorry for the novel but as a person who's been through it all, professionally (a different field but a technical professional and a leader in my fields none the less), just loves and is secretly thrilled every time someone gets to spend corporate money on stuff that EVERYONE digs. Congrats Gibson for being smart and persuasive. :-)

[@donnewton415]

@@russellzauner This is exactly the mentality of a corporation (post Juszkiewicz) who got back to their core. Make the best guitar possible for the correct price point (you know their guitars DROPPED $500.00 US after JC took over, yes?). Labor rates in the US drive the bus here and I think they've done an amazing job. I've played the new original guitars and my belief is that they're exactly on the right path to reclaim their position as the market maker in the US. I admit to a personal bias: As a kid, I baled hay for Maybelle Carter ("Wildwood Flower") and grew up in an area where "That's a nice guitar, but it ain't a Gibson" was the ethos. I am, and remain a die-hard Gibson player, and as soon as I can convince my CEO of 33 years, I will own a gold top with P90s to round out my "collection". Now that I've closed my architectural business and I'm retired, I get to annoy people here in my neighborhood every day with my 76 custom run through either my Supro or Fender 57 Twin Deluxe. Life doesn't get any better! I watched Mark at Norm's on the KZbin videos. Never went there because I knew what would happen. I'm ecstatic for him and his success in Nashville. I honestly think that bringing in a guitar player to run the company was the smartest thing the board could have done. AND, I'M PLANNING A TRIP TO NASHVILLE TO WALK THROUGH THE GARAGE. Just wanted to write that in caps to prove I'm serious.

[@HiHello-ku1fl]

@@donnewton415 prices dropped? Can you explain?

[@donnewton415]

@@HiHello-ku1fl The MSRP for the "new" original series Les Pauls were listed at $500.00 less than the previous models. Wasn't a secret. Gibson was upfront with the price change.

[@joeltaylor4821]

Mark is the perfect hire for this job! His knowledge from the vintage guitar store adds to the perfection of the Gibson garage.

[@playmobilevanescenceAmyLee8843]

I hope I meet him in person!!!

[@roberthusty979]

Unbelievable place to see! I even ran into Mark himself there! Talked to him for a while. He was like a little kid in a candy store and so excited to show me around. What a fantastic experience! Right now they have a Maestro exhibit too showing the relaunch of their pedals! If you have the chance, visit the Gibson Garage, you won't be disappointed! Well done Gibson!

[@GaryBook]

I now know what Heaven looks like. I can’t imagine a greater place. I shared the video with every guitar player I know. Unbelievable! Thank you Gibson for making dreams come true!

[@paul_stephen11]

When I started playing guitar at 8 yrs old, I was excited just to buy a can of Gibson guitar polish, so I could own something that said Gibson on it. Now many years later I’m fortunate to own several Gibson guitars and still inspired by the brand, just as I was when I was a kid. This showroom is killer! Great work Mark & Gibson!

[@prospectnyc]

I can't believe people get to be around Gibson guitars for a living! So lucky!

[@wickafunk]

Hell yeah!

[@oneeyeddog6127]

I've really been considering trying to get a job with them or another guitar factory in nashville...but it's a 2 and a half hour commute for me.would you do it?

[@heathfitzgerald363]

@@oneeyeddog6127 not unless they pay me $80 plus per hour and perdium

[@oneeyeddog6127]

@@heathfitzgerald363 lol I doubt they pay that well.maybe higher ups but not for a builder.

[@heathfitzgerald363]

@@oneeyeddog6127 i know i was just saying that is how much it would cost them for me to drive back and forth everyday. If you feel like thats something that you want to do the go for it and who knows you might end up moving closer if you end up liking it. Luckily im in the air flying fighters so i dont have to do a lot of traveling back and forth to work unless we are overseas.

[@gustavvader2207]

Just spent two hours there and it was the greatest place I’ve ever been, hands down.

[@limamarco]

Now the best thing would be a Gibson/Epiphone of the day on which Mark demoes a different guitar from the garage every day. If not every day, maybe every week? Thumbs up who would like to see that!

[@bluzzjazz]

I was fortunate enough to be traveling through Memphis for work and booked a tour of the factory. It was pretty cool to see how everything was made. At that time, they we're just doing the Semis. I must say Gibson has gone all in on this new place in Nashville, very impressive!

[@basanova3382]

Congratulations to Mark and the Gibson team. I love my vintage ES 125s, tube amps and FZ1 Maestro Fuzz-Tone. I can’t wait to get to Nashville now to see this amazing venue.

[@edtlonsway]

I would literally fly to Nashville just to see this.... Amazing shop!

[@PatFoster]

I had no idea the Garage had all this behind it, I got the opportunity to visit the garage in September of 2021, and it is absolutely incredible. I’m fortunate enough to only live two hours away, so if I wanted to buy a new Gibson/Epiphone/Kramer/Mesa, It would just be a short road trip to get it from the source. For those of you who don’t live near or around Nashville, but love playing music or just music history in general, I highly recommend stopping by. Its right in the heart of Down Town Nashville, and is a wonderful experience. The staff and everyone I interacted with was incredibly nice, and overall it’s just a great experience. Mark absolutely hit a home run with this one.

[@OscarBenben]

Feels and sounds like home 🏠

[@guitarwithdm6901]

Buy a Gibson from this Shop is a dream ❤️

[@charlescockley7610]

How could anyone not like this video??

[@dennisflock3958]

Just bought my first Gibson. Arriving tomorrow. Thinking about taking the day off to wait for it.

[@therangersinger]

And then fed ex changes your delivery to Monday....been there 🤣🤣🤣. Hope you enjoy it. What did you buy?

[@FloodExterminator]

Do it!

[@thenut1212]

I’m with theangersinger on this one. What did you get Dennis Flock ?

[@changeiswelcome]

Congrats and enjoy!

[@heathfitzgerald363]

@@therangersinger no no no then fed ex crushes the box and ruins the guitar

[@nodusk]

I've never seen someone more perfect for a job than Mark.

[@jonkerr2050]

I can’t wait to see this place. I’m hoping to get out to Nashville for vacation next year. This will be my #1 thing we have to do there. Gotta check out Carters too.

[@prospectnyc]

I hope this is a complete success so that we get a Gibson garage in every city!

[@derwood7305]

This place is a bucket list visit. I WILL walk those halls one day.

[@michaelgonzalez7304]

I would love to see and visit the Gibson Garage in Nashville.

[@bigk.o.1822]

Absolutely amazing! It’s a incredible time to be a Gibson Artist and Customer ✌🏽& ❤️

[@gnguyenb]

Mark, you are the ultimate guitar geek! Even Joe B is not matching the level of geekiness of this place! The vault is killer! Bravo!

[@nicero870]

I visited Nashville a week ago and stopped at The Garage. Loved it!

[@mdotto8707]

I was at The Gibson Garage in Nashville two weeks ago. It is AMAZING!!

[@Nightjar726]

Can you actually buy the new custom shop guitars on display there? Try and buy that is?

[@jayalderson]

I just moved to Nashville and ended up living within walking distance from this place. What are the odds! I visit every other week or so...like a kid in a candy store!

[@Skeeterguy24]

Wow! This is marketing and customer experience at it’s very best. Retired now, but I was in world wide marketing and product management for several healthcare companies and this best them all! Every aspect of the garage invites the customer in and brings excitement to the Gibson brand. The conveyor belt and wood selection are over the top. Makes me want to play better to get to the “Green Room”. Congratulations to Mark and the Gibson team to keep this word class brand alive and growing. Keep the videos coming!

[@Skeeterguy24]

PS Great idea from another comment to add a smaller scale Garage in the Northeast and West Coast.

[@gorlagOv]

The attention to detail in the displays is great.

[@siddhantbhardwaj6338]

I love the Dave Grohl portrait in the Greenroom. The Foo Fighters are my favorite band, and Gibson is my favorite guitar company!!!

[@Stillblissstudios]

I’ve played a Gibson jumbo acoustic. It was a real treat to play!

[@Zoso981]

Great place. I visited the Gibson Garage a few days ago. It was one of the hottest days in Nashville history, and it was still worth the walk from Broadway. I didn't want to leave.

[@onetruthmediacompany]

Awesome shop, Mark ! I imagine that the ghost of late guitar gods come here before heading off to heaven, although most stay because they believe their already in heaven.

[@rahmanoff]

Mark, you are the best! Thank you so much for things you do. As for me, you turn Gibson to musicians and collectors. Great job, man!

[@joecole5095]

This place will become the holy grail for people wanting to see the ultimate Gibson experience well done agnessi beautiful place

[@law6044]

I must say, Mark has redeemed himself. This content and the stores look insane. Definitely gonna have to make a trip over the pond

[@waynepayne864]

eh

[@JerryRiceBall]

Just when I thought he couldn’t get any dumber, he goes and does something like this...and totally redeems himself!!

[@waynepayne864]

@@JerryRiceBall this video started with a country trap beat.

[@micpep]

You might be ok. No need to come over here. They just announced one in London!

[@mikestevenson6745]

I'm going back to Nashville just to come here!

[@EdgardCoello]

Disney world is in Nashville, what an amazing place to be, In the future I will be there to spec my own Les Paul! Let’s go!

[@supersonicnomad8437]

W0W!!! I'm really at a loss for words here! My jaw was on the floor throughout the whole video but my jaw went completely through the floor upon entering the "Bat cave"! Shout out to Mark for his phenomenal interior design! Thanks to Gibson for an outstandingly exceptional and amazing place to visit!!! Right on & rock on! \m/

[@flaviogarcia949]

This place is amazing the gibson garage is definitely on the bucket list! Love everything about it and can't wait to go

[@jacksonvaught1920]

It’s amazing I went today and got a Alex lifeson epiphone and met mark there he’s a great guy.

[@rockindavebyron3960]

I think this is BRILLIANT!!! Mark, your presentation is SUPERB, you nailed it, history & all !!! Gibson, this is AWESOME!!! I know exactly where my wife & I will be going first when we go to Nashville, The Gibson Garage, welcome back GIBSON, YOU GUYS ROCK!!! Be safe, Rock On & God Bless!!!

[@RadioDarioBerlinRome]

Stunning 😮 Welcome to Paradise!

[@jeffsaginaw1769]

Mark. you have really outdone yourself! After a semi-lifetime at Norm's already having played many Holy Grail guitars you create the ULTIMATE guitar HEAVEN! The vault was the best. Hope you and the family are well and enjoying Dad's new life in Nashville. You did good!

[@niguel4438]

Can’t wait to visit from the UK. Well done Mark you are a proud father!

[@ApeLikeCreature]

The best thing Gibson has ever done, besides create amazing guitars, is hire Mark. A playground for guitarists…now I have a reason to get to Nashville.

[@thenut1212]

I literally wept when you guys went in the green room, and was sobbing when the camera panned around the vault. Bonamassa’s gonna hand you his checkbook and the keys to his house once he gets back there.

[@adriancoppin977]

I am English, living in England. I ordered a GLP Custom Left Handed ‘57 Reissue Black Beauty with Triple Hums and a Bixby. I ordered it in October 2020. I’m still waiting for it and the latest delivery update from the London based Gibson rep is end of May 2022!

[@garrett1188]

Best Scene episode yet!!

[@playmobilevanescenceAmyLee8843]

I hope I return to there and get a Gibson Les Paul Custom Black

[@1allspub]

The Vault is one of my favorite spaces on planet Earth! :)

[@PhilFeedback]

Great video footage, thanks for posting this video! I was there just last week and I was really impressed!!!! 👍

[@SteveKaynan]

Absolutely loving these Gibson videos, love all the historical locations and history of these guitars etc.

[@thedude7726]

Look up troglys guitar show

[@Followyourlight420]

Add this venue to the bucket list!!

[@birdsfabulous]

Its like they stole the blueprints of heaven itself!!

[@AskDaddyjoe]

Well Mark you hit it out of the park on the design {WELL DONE }

[@adgg577]

Did anyone else get to the end of that video and think wow, that was awesome.

[@rylieriley]

Ah, so that's what heaven looks like! Gibson and Mark Agnesi have hit it clean out of the park with the Gibson Garage. I'd love to visit one day.

[@1000mg.]

Thanks to the guys at the Garage, visited yesterday, April 14, 2022. Played a couple Les Pauls, including one from the Custom Shop. Sounds so nice in that room. The staff couldn't have been less pretensious or judgemental. Just down home courtesy and encouragement. Also got to play a Petrucci Signature 3 channel Mesa amp, (with headphones). Once again, Nashville people in general are very friendly. I'm from California

[@davidpepper442]

When I visit Nashville this spot will be my first stop. One hell of an achievement Mark!

[@rodennis418]

So many cool areas and fantastic designs/ideas integrated in while blending perfectly together. Hope to get to visit one day. I kept thinking...this is what happens when you let someone that has actually WORKED the sales floor design a dream shop.

[@AMGL1989]

At first, I was underwhelmed.. but now that I know they have vintage Gibson guitars in a vault… Wow. I’m definitely visiting if I’m in Nashville.

[@donaldcright5292]

Thanks Mr. Agnesi for the tour, just awesome ! If I ever make it to Nashville, I'm visiting this place !

[@JohnJarvis-d8n]

Only one word Mark… ‘WOW!’

[@randyheath8566]

I actually had to wipe my mouth off from Drooling so much. I just received my New Gibson Les Paul Classic yesterday and I LOVE it. Love your Channel and Content. YOU THE MAN MARK

[@changeiswelcome]

Congrats and enjoy Randy!

[@jennybh08]

I could definitely get lost in that place!! I’m a drummer but I LOVE Gibson guitars!!

[@ellylinam]

was in there today. amazing venue! would love to host an event there sometime too.

[@keesketsers5866]

This must have been a project of love. The love for Gibson and music alike. If I wasn't at the other side of the planet I would go there NOW. So many great ideas in one place. How cool is it that the guitars hit you first but then all the small details like stickers, casette tapes etc.

[@bobchorus3160]

The holy grail of guitar...Awesome place!! 🤘🤘🤘

[@novamaster3960]

Literally heaven 🌌

[@Tsakalos85]

I already have Nashville TN as a destination i want to visit, and this seems to seal the deal. But how much of all this is actually open to people.

[@paulgeorgia8013]

I Sooooo need to get back to Nashville Incredible job, Mark

[@edrowley1]

Man, that was cool... want to see it all more than ever now! Thanks for the tour of the places I won't get to see also Mark. ...sniff.

[@Adrin1117]

Nothing makes me wanna stick a hot fire poker through my ears like country music and trap beats 🙂

[@alvaroescribano4587]

That gold SG with dogears. DAAAAMN!

[@larrypeterson2801]

Your garage is the most amazing place every! Your guy Dylan was absolutely amazing to talk to and deal with. I was fortunate to get a custom White Les Paul. It plays so beautifully and looks amazing. Thank you for create a masterpiece of a store.

[@reverbdeluxe]

I'll be in town next week. This is my first stop!

[@mpesta]

Congratulations on the opening of what certainly is a dream come true for you, the Gibson family and many musicians. I hope to visit the store soon. You absolutely HAVE to uncover and tell the story of the Gibson Moderne! In fact you need one in the garage.

[@hillbilly224]

nothing but LOVE in here...

[@vytautasvaicys8745]

Wow, just wow! Mark, well done. Gibson could not have found someone better for the job!

[@voyager7]

This is SO outrageously cool!!! Great job Mark and the Gibson crew!!!

[@rooster4906]

God Blass you man ! You have a guitar paradise !

[@AndrewReitze]

Just loved it! when I thought I seen it all, you open the hidden vault at the library! just F* Awesome!

[@actionsf]

Lord help me ! Guitar heaven ! Mark ! Well done . Can’t wait to visit in person .

[@blacktapes3475]

This is how you do a brand experience, absolutely amazing work

[@MrAlexGalante]

Just fantastic! Please.... consider opening a Gibson Garage in every country! I'm from Italy, in Milan it would be an incredible success!

[@banjo7598]

Gibson are killing it at the min. Bravo.

[@tulayongvanicharkorn1954]

Wonderful place !!!

[@JS-nf1sn]

A guitar player's dream, for sure. Well done Mark and team.

[@heinerperdomo]

Wow, simply wow. I ...Love.... Gibson...talk about an Iconic Guitar company.

[@ravenstrange8466]

Great video, I love it. I'm loving what Gibson is doing. Fantastic Experience, this is incredible. My only pet peeve is, that isn't country music. It's a guy singing over a hiphop backing track.

[@Sams911]

I bought two custom shop high end models from these guys, by telephone ... wish I could have come in to see the showroom...

[@cancelwoke9384]

The '68 Les Paul is my favorite Gibson. I'll never be able to afford an original one, but with the Made to Measure program, God willing, I'll own one.

[@ivanfranchi6404]

Now my dream is to go to Nashville!! Thank you Mark!

[@TheStrykerProject]

Man, I cannot WAIT to get to Nashville to check out the Gibson Garage! It's a bit of a trip from Western Montana, but I'll make it, someday. Oh yes, I will.

[@chrisfielding]

I want to go to there. Nice work Mark and team!!!

[@georgespencer3973]

Wow, Mark. Great job on that place. It’s going to be a popular spot.

[@joaobrandi]

This is Golden!! I'd turn into a vampire inside that vault. 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@SATedeschi]

Thanks for the tour. It was heaven. It would be great to see even more museum pieces possibly from Ren

[@MattyK-USA]

I'd have been a rich man if Agnesi had handed **me** that '59 Burst, because I would have shit a golden brick on the spot

[@mindbomb2000]

What an absolutely mind-blowing space y'all have created. And so well documented in this video. Bravo.

[@joshperry6866]

I loved seeing the V front row center when he opened up the Vault! Place looks amazing! Cant wait to make a trip up to Nashville and check it out in person.

[@hectorheath]

Not sure how many other people had any input into this,but you've done an outstanding job Mark.👍🇦🇺