Summer Sounds,
Legendary Gear.
Presented in collaboration with Northfield Instruments, Shubb Capos, Acoustic Guitar Magazine, Peghead Nation, Mandolin Cafe, and Grey Fox Music Festival
This summer, two seasoned brands—Shubb Capos and Northfield Mandolins—are joining forces for a special giveaway that celebrates music, craftsmanship, and connection. Known for their beautifully built mandolins and guitars that blend vintage soul with modern precision, Northfield has become a favorite among discerning players worldwide. The 2 brands have been inspiring each other for years.
We’re kicking things off with the spirit of sunshine, jam sessions, and timeless tone. One lucky player will receive a uniquely crafted Northfield Archtop Guitar, paired with a set of limited-edition Shubb 50th Anniversary Capos. Gear built for inspiration, made to make music.
And the good vibes don’t stop there—three runners-up will score special prize packs featuring Shubb Capos and exclusive merch. It’s your chance to start something new with tools forged from decades of expertise. Let the music (and summer) play on.
Giveaway Dates
Starts: Monday, June 16 at 12:00 AM
Ends: Thursday, July 31 at 11:59 PM
We’re giving away a collection of prizes designed to inspire and elevate your musical life:
Northfield Rival Archtop Guitar
- Inspired by the 000-sized archtop guitars made in the 1930’s
- Premium Italian Red Spruce top
- Premium figured Red Maple back, neck and sides
- 24” scale length
- K&K pickup for plug-and-play performance
- Compact, comfortable, and crafted to sing
- Retail value: $5,495
The Shubb 50th Anniversary Collection
Five beautiful, limited-edition capos honoring five decades of innovation and artistry.
- Violet Sky
- Rosette
- Blue Diamond
- Sequoia
- T1 Titanium Capo
- Retail value: $650
One Year of Lessons from Peghead Nation
Peghead Nation’s String School is full of great streaming-video courses for guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, dobro, bass, and ukulele, taught by the best instructors and players in roots music. No matter what instrument you want to learn to play (or play better), Peghead Nation’s knowledgeable and personable teachers are here to help you unleash your inner Peghead, at your pace and on your timeline. Winner will select one course and have a subscription for one full year.
Northfield Ox Guitar Stand
Made from solid Michigan curly maple. Cut out, shaped, sanded, and stained by hand—finished in linseed oil—all by Kjell Croce. Neck yoke covered in silicone rubber made by StringSwing. The contoured arm that holds the mandolin in place on the stand—inspired by the very tools that help to fell the beautiful trees the stand is made from. Perfectly balanced, rounded over with care.
How to Enter
1. Sign up with your email — that’s your first entry.
2. Get bonus entries by following any of our giveaway collaborators on Instagram.
The more you connect, the more chances you have to win! This giveaway is about community, inspiration, and the music that brings us all together. Whether you’re picking for the first time or you’re a seasoned player, this prize pack is your invitation to create more music — and share it with the world.
Good luck, and happy picking!