01 · Buyer protection

Buying a used guitar? Don't overpay for a fake.

Upload headstock, body, hardware and label photos. We screen for authenticity red flags, assess whether the asking price is fair, and give you human-reviewed negotiation talking points — so you can buy with confidence.

Authenticity screenValue check24-hour turnaround30-day refund
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Sample report output ↓
Sample authenticity report header showing verdict, risk level, and summary
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24 hrs
Turnaround
30 days
Money-back
02How it works
01
Purchase & reserve

Checkout takes seconds. Your authenticity check is reserved while you upload the seller’s photos.

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Upload photos

Headstock, body, hardware, label and any suspicious details. Add up to 6 photos.

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Get your report

Expert photo analysis plus human review. A clear risk report lands in your inbox within 24 hours.

03What's checked

We inspect the details that reveal a fake, partscaster or misrepresented listing:

  • Headstock & logo inspectionCheck the shape, logo placement, serial number font and spacing.
  • Serial number screeningCross-check the serial format against known patterns for the stated year and origin.
  • Body & hardware analysisBridge, tuners, pickups, knobs and control layout are compared to factory norms.
  • Label & cavity checksInternal labels, pot codes and heel stamps when visible in your photos.
  • Value checkWe weigh the asking price against the claimed spec so you know if you are overpaying.
  • Negotiation talking pointsHuman-reviewed red flags you can use to negotiate price or ask the seller for better photos.
  • Clear email reportAnnotated photos, a risk summary and recommended next steps delivered to your inbox.
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One-time payment 30-day refund Instant PDF No account needed
Actual report format ↓
Sample authenticity report value check and negotiation talking points
Sample output from a real customer report
04A small price for peace of mind
Without a check

You trust the seller's word, transfer the money, and hope the guitar matches the photos. Fakes and partscasters are common on private marketplaces.

With the check

You get an objective, photo-based risk assessment before paying. Use it to negotiate, request more photos, or walk away safely.

Photo-based screening, not a certificate of authenticity. The report is designed to help buyers spot common red flags; it does not guarantee genuineness.

05What buyers say

“The seller said it was a 2012 USA Strat. The authenticity check flagged the serial format and a modern bridge on a vintage-reissue body. Saved me $900.”

— Alex P. · Florida

“Worth every dollar. I got a clear pass/fail style report with photos annotated where the issues were spotted. Gave me the confidence to negotiate $200 off.”

— Jenna M. · Ontario

“I buy and sell used guitars part-time. This is now my first step before any private sale purchase. Fast, cheap insurance.”

— Ryan K. · Manchester
06Common questions
Is this a certificate of authenticity?
No. This is a photo-based screening report with human-reviewed risk flags. It is not a legal certificate or a guarantee.
How long does it take?
Reports are typically delivered by email within 24 hours of photo submission.
What photos should I upload?
Headstock front and back, full front and back of the guitar, close-ups of hardware/pickups/label, and any defects or areas that look suspicious.
What brands are supported?
Fender, Squier, Gibson, Epiphone, PRS, Ibanez, Martin, Taylor and most major brands. The check focuses on visible details, not brand-specific databases.
What currencies are supported?
We display localised pricing in USD, GBP, EUR, CAD, AUD, and SGD. Checkout is handled securely via Stripe.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes — 30-day, no-questions-asked. If the report doesn't provide actionable value, reply for a full refund.
07 · Get the check

Don't learn the hard way.

$9 once. Delivered within 24 hours. 30-day refund if it doesn't help.

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