Tarpley Music - Waco, TX

10/15/2026

An affordable and versatile guitar, the PRS Silver Sky SE is the guitar for the gigging musician on a budget. The is the John Mayer Signature in the budget friendly SE Series. We have it and you need it!

10/14/2026

Vintage flair, this is the Epiphone Casino, featuring a 5 ply maple body and Dogear P90 Pro pickups.

10/09/2026

Gator Pedal Board w/ Carry Bag & Power Supply

16.5″ X 12″ Wood Pedal Board w/ Black Nylon Carry Bag; Includes G-Bus-8 Power Supply w/ (8) 9V & (3) 18V Outputs

Everything you'll need for your first pedal board. Stop in and see our selection.

10/06/2026

As your student progresses through their musical journey in band or orchestra, most of them reach the point they need to Elevate Their Sound. Tarpley Music Company is here to help you navigate the exciting transition from student level instruments to a new performance or professional instrument. If you've been renting from us, you may have credit towards a performance level upgrade! Ask us how we can help you step up to the next level!

10/02/2026

October is BOSStober at Tarpley Music! You can save on qualifying purchases of Boss and Roland products all month long! Save $15 - $60 when you purchase any Boss product and spend at least $149.99 or more. Stop in for more details.

10/01/2026

Ernie Ball dropped 3 new stringsets to elevate your sound! Nova Slinky, Titan Slinky and Silky Slinky. Stop by and grab a set for your guitar!

09/30/2026

October will be Bosstober at Tarpley Music! Details coming soon, but you will be able to save on qualifying Boss/Roland purchases at any of our stores. Keep watching for full details!

09/29/2026

The Alvarez Test Drive Event is winding down, but you still have time to stop by any of our stores and get registered.

09/23/2026

Join James G as we put the brand-new VOX AC Mini to the test! Is this ultra-portable, vintage-styled desktop amp actually capable of delivering that iconic British VOX tone, or is it just a toy? Today we're checking out its dynamic response circuit, onboard boost switch, digital reverb, and how it handles everything from pristine cleans to crunchy overdrive.

Whether you're looking for the ultimate practice companion for your bedroom, an easy desk-rig setup, or just curious how good a compact mini combo can sound, we've got you covered! Drop a comment with your thoughts and let us know what guitar you'd plug into this thing.

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09/23/2026

Join James G as we put the brand-new VOX AC Mini to the test! Is this ultra-portable, vintage-styled desktop amp actually capable of delivering that iconic British VOX tone, or is it just a toy? Today we're checking out its dynamic response circuit, onboard boost switch, digital reverb, and how it handles everything from pristine cleans to crunchy overdrive.

Whether you're looking for the ultimate practice companion for your bedroom, an easy desk-rig setup, or just curious how good a compact mini combo can sound, we've got you covered! Drop a comment with your thoughts and let us know what guitar you'd plug into this thing.

09/22/2026

The Alvarez Test Drive Event will be ending soon, but you still have time to stop in, test any Alvarez guitar and get signed up to WIN an Alvarez guitar of your very own.

09/18/2026

Field Timing: Set Your Phasing to None!
Whether you call it field timing, phasing, or a tear in the tempo… we all know the sound on the marching field. So, how do we keep the sound together when everyone e is a different distance from the sideline? Is it a complex physics equation? It’s easy to overthink. Have we got an episode for you! Mike Lunney has some great reminders to keep your ensemble on time.

Whether you call it field timing, phasing, or a tear in the tempo… we all know the sound on the marching field. So, how do we keep the sound together when everyone e is a different distance from the sideline? Is it a complex physics equation? It’s...

09/17/2026

Bishop demonstrates the Alvarez RG26CE Deluxe AIMM Exclusive acoustic guitar for our Alvarez Test Drive Event.

09/15/2026

The Alvarez Test Drive Event Going On NOW! Bishop shows you the guitar you can win, the RG99KCE Elite. Stop by any Tarpley Music store, test any Alvarez guitar and fill out a registration card. Simple and no purchase is necessary.

09/11/2026

In Mike Lunney's 30+ years of experience, he was able to help many aspiring teachers gain positive Student Teacher experiences in his classroom. This episode is great for both the ISD sponsoring teacher, as well as the collegiate student teacher. Give a listen as Mike helps define expectations and set some positive guidelines to help create a win-win for both sides of the experience!

In Mike Lunney's 30+ years of experience, he was able to help many aspiring teachers gain positive Student Teacher experiences in his classroom. This episode is great for both the ISD sponsoring teacher, as well as the collegiate student teacher. ...

09/10/2026

Alvarez LF70E Test Drive. Part of the Alvarez Test Drive Event going on now at all Tarpley Music stores. Register to win an Alvarez guitar.

09/09/2026

Featuring a black limba body with carved black limba top and black limba neck, this exotic wood delivers singular looks and stellar tone with smooth, rich midrange and serious presence. Designed to astound, this electrifying guitar delivers uncompromising playability, powerful versatility and refined performance.

09/08/2026

The Alvarez Test Drive Event rolls on all through the month of September. Today Bishop shows you the Alvarez AD66CE. Stop in and test drive any Alvarez guitar and register to win an exclusive Alvarez guitar of your own.