Mission Statement

Welcome to Interstellar Guitars - your launchpad to a universe of tone.

We’re not just another music shop—we’re a curated galaxy of boutique and vintage guitars, basses, amps, and effects pedals, handpicked for players who crave character, quality, and a little cosmic magic.

Born out of necessity (and maybe a bit of frustration), Interstellar Guitars was created to fill the void left by a market that’s forgotten what makes gear truly special. We believe finding the right piece of gear should feel like an epic spacewalk, not a black hole of endless options and no guidance. That’s why we offer a high-touch, no-B.S. experience—where customer service matters, knowledge is shared, and the gear? Well, it’s out of this world.

Whether you’re a bedroom astronaut or a stage veteran, we’re your guides to your next favorite instrument—with some laughs along the way.

At Interstellar Guitars, we’re not just selling gear—we’re curating a galaxy of inspiration. Because the right instrument doesn’t just sound better—it feels like home on another planet.

Strap in. Plug in. Take off.
We’re Interstellar Guitars—your cosmic co-pilots in the search for tone.

Crew Commander:

Clint Franzen

Captain of Tone | Veteran Explorer | Galactic Gear Guru

With over 30 years of deep-space experience in the music industry, Crew Commander Clint Franzen leads the Interstellar Guitars mission with a level of knowledge and passion that’s truly cosmic.

Clint has worn just about every spacesuit in the business—touring musician, producer, educator, transcriptionist, R&D expert, tech to the legendary Andy Timmons, general manager, and sales leader. His orbit around the gear world is as wide as it is deep, and his hands-on expertise gives our shop its sonic soul.

Whether you’re chasing down a rare vintage treasure or dialing in a boutique masterpiece, Clint is the calm, confident voice guiding you through the stars. He’s an accomplished player with a sharp ear, a love for sharing knowledge, and a serious dedication to helping fellow tone-seekers find the gear that speaks to them.

“The soul yearns for great tone.”
—Clint Franzen

In short: he’s the real deal—and the reason Interstellar Guitars runs at full warp.

Pilot:

Jon Shaver

Tone Traveler | Precision Specialist | Relentless Dreamer

At the helm with steady hands and a visionary spirit, Pilot Jon Shaver is the kind of crew member who can thread a needle at warp speed—cool under pressure, sharp in execution, and always chasing the next horizon.

An avid collector and passionate dreamer, Jon cut his teeth not in the rehearsal room, but in the high-stakes world of finance—battling daily in the corporate trenches, honing a strategic mind and mastering the art of navigating complex systems. That same discipline now fuels his mission at Interstellar Guitars: bringing precision, focus, and heart to everything he touches.

A true tone explorer, Jon brings the perseverance to see things through, the curiosity to keep learning, and the strength to stay grounded—even under cosmic pressure. Whether he's guiding a customer toward their perfect piece or analyzing the next strategic jump, he never buckles, never breaks, and always keeps the ship on course.

Jon is constantly training mind, body, and soul, knowing that greatness—like great tone—is earned, not given.

Flight Engineer:

Albert Prieto

Systems Specialist | Creative Navigator | Master of Media

Albert Prieto is the behind-the-scenes force keeping the Interstellar Guitars ship running smooth and looking stellar. With nearly 20 years of experience in the music and media universe, Albert serves as our Flight Engineer—a specialist in all things creation, content, and systems.

From digital infrastructure to creative media to workflow optimization, Albert’s fingerprints are on every corner of our galaxy. He’s the one making sure our mission runs at peak efficiency—while keeping everything visually sharp and sonically engaging.

A talented player in his own right, Albert brings more than just technical skill to the team. He’s known for his patience, positivity, and ability to encourage every player’s journey, no matter what part of the sonic universe they’re exploring.

Whether he’s designing behind the curtain or jamming in the control room, Albert helps power the heart of Interstellar Guitars—with creativity, clarity, and calm precision.