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Attention all music lovers, grab your tissues and your wallets! Sam Ash Music, the venerable institution that has been the Santa Claus for musicians for nearly a hundred years, is closing its doors. This iconic store has been the place where dreams are strung and drummed into reality, but alas, it's time to say goodbye.
Yet, as we bid farewell, there’s a grand closing sale that promises deals so good they might make you weep with joy. But hold your horses, because some fraudsters trying to rain on this parade with scams galore setting traps with fake websites and misleading ads.
Imagine it's 1924. The Charleston is all the rage, and in a cozy New York store, Sam Ash Music opens its doors for the first time. Fast forward to today, and this legendary retailer has been through the roaring twenties, the rockin’ fifties, and the grunge-filled nineties. But the modern era, especially the post-COVID challenges, has been a tough riff to play. Now, Sam Ash Music is closing all 42 of its stores across the United States.
But every cloud has a silver lining; in this case, the closing sale started on May 2, 2024. Musicians are flocking to get some sweet deals, both in-store and online, while supplies last.
Amidst the buzz of the closing sale beware of scam artists lurking in the shadows. These tricksters are creating bogus Facebook ads and dubious websites promising outrageous discounts – think 90% off on high-end guitars like the Gibson Les Paul. If you spot ads like these, hit pause. They’re likely bait designed to lure you into a scam.
Sample Sam Ash Music Closing Sale Scam ad on Facebook
Clicking on these ads could lead you straight to counterfeit versions of the real Sam Ash Music website (Samash.com). These impersonation websites might look convincing, but they’re out to snatch your cash and personal information. Here's what these phony sites might look like:
Sample FAKE Sam Ash Music Website
Here's a quick guide to avoid hitting a flat note:
Sam Ash Music has issued a heartfelt warning to all its customers: be vigilant. Only shop at their official website, their physical stores, or through their verified Facebook page. Their official statement reads;
Notice: BEWARE OF FRAUDULENT WEBSITES
WWW.SAMASH.COM Is Sam Ash Music’s Only Website.
We only sell through our official website, our stores, our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/SamAshMusicStores and Reverb.com
All Websites Claiming to be related to Sam Ash other than www.samash.com are Fraudulent. Most are operated outside the US and will take your money but are unable to fulfill your order. We are not responsible for orders placed on them.
So, here we are, saying a bittersweet goodbye to a beloved friend. As you browse the closing sale, keep your wits about you. Revel in the nostalgia of a century-old legacy while staying sharp to avoid the scammers. Let’s make sure that the final encore of Sam Ash Music is a triumphant one, filled with great deals and cherished memories. Read our article on how to recognize a scam to avoid becoming prey.
Happy shopping, stay safe, and may your music play on forever!
