Professional Appraisal & Inventory Services

Experience. Education. Diligence. Passion.

Thomas Dawson, a licensed insurance agent and music degree-holding Accredited Senior Appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers, is your go-to specialist for assessing personal property including musical instruments, music collections, archives, and music and recording studio equipment. With a special focus on vintage guitars, Thomas offers professional appraisal services for various needs.

Trust in Thomas Dawson's expertise for comprehensive, reliable appraisals written in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Your assets deserve nothing less.

  • Insurance Valuation: Safeguard your valuable musical assets with accurate insurance valuations.

  • Damage Loss Claims: Resolve personal property disputes fairly with an unbiased appraisal written in compliance with USPAP.

  • Charitable Donation: Make contributions with confidence by maintaining compliance with IRS rules.

  • Estate Tax Calculation: Simplify estate planning with an accurate appraisal of your personal property.

  • Divorce: Settle disagreements with an impartial, unbiased appraisal to assist in the equitable distribution of property between the parties.

  • Potential Sale: Get the most out of your investments by knowing the market value of your assets.

Areas of Expertise

Thomas offers inventory and appraisal services for personal property with a special focus on various stringed, brass and percussion instruments, music production and recording equipment, as well as collections of vinyl records, CDs, sheet music, and artist archives.

Inventory and Appraisal of Recording Studio Equipment

Get a grip on your gear. Ensure you have a precise record and value of your studio equipment for a comprehensive understanding of your assets and accurate insurance coverage for speedy claim processing in case of loss.

Music Archives Appraisal

Artist-generated archives can hold immense value. For insurance purposes, potential sales, or charitable donations, Thomas provides accurate, unbiased, professional appraisals in accordance with USPAP.

Music Collections

Whether you're a collector or a connoisseur, Thomas can assess the value of your music library, helping you make informed decisions.

Book a Consultation

We’ll prepare a proposal and walk you through every step of the process.