Picker's Exchange

The Picker's Exchange is a guitar shop for stringed-instrument players in the Chattanooga area. According to its website, it has been serving musicians since 1996 and is musician-owned. The shop carries new and used guitars, plus basses, amplifiers, effects pedals, accessories and parts. You can also bring an instrument in to sell, or have one repaired. Its repair bench handles jobs from basic setups and electronics installs to major structural work. Lessons are offered too, for complete beginners through advanced players, including bluegrass and mandolin. Call the shop for instructor availability. The website also has a newsletter with news and tips for subscribers.