Every time I've ever done here in the last year, they've never had what I've needed in the past this would be one of my go to places for cables microphones no longer read more

Lots of stuff to buy at this place like cables and connectors mic accessories and speaker stands and recorders etc. Pretty quiet place. But the guy at the cashier needs to be replaced. Never smiles, sour attitude when I am making my payment. A more cheerful lady or a welcoming personality will be more helpful for this place to keep their customers returning often. read more

An LA institution. I love supporting family run businesses especially when they are actually good at what they do. Ametron had everything I needed at very competitive prices. Knowledgeable staff and stock on the shelves. Can't beat it! read more

They had the CF memory card I could not find at any other photography storefronts and at a fair price. They were very nice as well. Thank you! A true lifesaver. read more

I reached out to Ametron for a same day rental of a mic stand and microphone. Their rental specialist was out sick for the day but they made arrangements for him to call me directly and set up the rental agreement and then he called and set it up so another associate could help me even though he wasn't going to be available. Their pricing was super reasonable. After arriving, an associate even came back early from lunch to assist me because I needed to make some changes to my rental. The process didn't take super long and in the end they even helped me make the most aesthetic choice for the project I was trying to complete. I will definitely be back for my next rental. read more

Staff were incredibly helpful, kind and quick to answer calls and questions. I found everything I needed for a great price!

Great selections film audio entertainment equipment Knowledgeable staff Been going to Hollywood store for many years new location is ok read more

My friend told me about this place and highly recommended it to me I went with him and he knew his way around.. we picked up a few small items at the time and all seemed good.. I went back on my own and that seemed to be where the trouble started .. Some of the staff had done a disappearing act ...now this place was fairly big .. I didn't quite know where to look for some items .. and nobody to ask .. and to answer any questions about anything.. so it seemed like a long time wandering around ..hoping I'd find an employee or even another human .. finally I got ready to leave and I stumbled across a salesman.. I couldn't believe it .. we went around the store and found the things I was looking for .. equipment great Prices ok .. service and attentive salespersons not so much .. guess I'll go back to guitar center read more

They almost everything you need for you guitar or bass amplifier like switches speakers and other stuff

Would highly recommend coming here for a rental and working with Brendan. He went above and beyond to make sure my team and I understood what we needed and what the best options were. Quite frankly we are in the health and vitality, fitness space so we went in very blind lol not knowing a thing about how complex audio equipment for events actually are. We appreciate his patience with our confusion and we slowly made our way to the best questions to help us uncover what we actually need. Thanks to Brendan we have way more knowledge around what to rent to match our event needs haha. We'll definitely be back for more rentals and hopeful to work with Brendan again as we grow! read more

Ametron - Electronics Near Me - North Hollywood, California

Maybe 3 1/2 stars for inventory and items to be purchase here. As long as you know what you need, like connectors, wire, cables for audio and video, they are cool. Once you need advice most of the guys suck. There is this older Pilipino gentleman who has been working here for ions (maybe 15+ years) who is exceptionally helpful and showed me a couple items for comparison and shared some good ideas for connection to the TV. Needed to hook up newer AppleTV to older TV. They were out of stock of what I actually need to convert HDMI to older TV. But, I got my box of CAT 5e cable and some connectors, Done. read more

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Alan and Raymond were super helpful when no other business where could help me... I tried so many electrical and lighting stores. i told them my concerns and time restraints and they came up with a solution ++. I had a LED makeup light used for Instagram posts and seeing an artiste's face or zoom lighting that had a damaged power supply. The sales team had everything I needed as soon as I got there so I could make a quick purchase. This is an amazing store full of anything electrical including mikes for anything music and photo related. great value for money also. read more

What a fantastic resource. Everything neatly organized on the shelves and whatever you could possibly need in one place. Support this place before the Amazon monster takes it out. read more

These guys have so many obscure pieces of equipment that are life savers for last minute music or film needs. That being said, everytime I come in there and politely explain what I need, it doesn't matter who it is, they are super annoyed and rude, as if me coming there is an inconvenience. Just the other day I showed the man at the counter what type of cable I needed and he acted like I was speaking an alien language and rolled his eyes. Pretty odd customer service policy so I really only come here if I have no other choice or guitar center and Sam ash don't have what I need. read more

I am very sad to have to write this review, because some of the staff working here in the sales department are very nice and have been super helpful. (Mike and John.) but my recent visit to Ametron has made me an unsatisfied customer. First of all, they used to be able to move faster, and now a simple microphone rental took 1.5 hours, probably because they don't have a functional printer to print all the paperworks. I rented a microphone from them on Saturday night, on my contract, the notes read "return before Monday 10am" so I said "okay I'll bring it back tomorrow." to the check out clerk, and came back on Sunday during the day to return it and found out that their rental department does not open on Sundays, which I was not informed of at time of this rental, nor was there any mention of it in the contract. (I have rented from them before and always been told to bring it back in 24hours, otherwise call to inform them) So after my first failed attempt to return the microphone, I left the store and called the rental department, no one picked up, there was no voicemail option, I then went onto their website to send an email explaining and apologizing that I didn't realize they don't open on Sunday's, and my work schedule only allowes me to come during lunch breaks on Monday to return it instead of 10am. And when I went back again on Monday during lunch, and explained the whole thing, the insensitivity of the staff threw me off. When I mentioned about the email I sent, The response I got was something like: "sorry that's not the email of our department. I have to charge you for another day. " How am I supposed to know if I go on Ametron.com, click "contact us", click "CLICK HERE to email us" would eventually send my email to the WRONG DEPARTMENT? I tried asking and calling for a supervisor, no luck. And was then charged for another full day of rental. So overall, the staff move very slowly here, rental department does not open on Sundays. Even though it says hours of operation here. Also email link online won't necessarily lead you to the right department, which they will not honor if you are unlucky like me. (See attached picture) Unfortunately, after have been renting from this place for a bit, I have to say that I won't be returning. read more

Ametron - Electronics Near Me - North Hollywood, California

I went in today, new store to me, saw some luke-warm revues beforehand. Two guys greeted me, the one more knowledgeable for my item took me to the rack in back and searched for it. We couldn't find the correct switch so unfortunately no sale. But he did recommend another music shop close by that I went to and they had the switch I needed. And a great little store to know about, also with helpful staff. So it was a great day for me. Thanks all, I'll definitely return to both stores in the future. read more

We rented a projector and screen for a celebration of life for my father-in-law. The assistance to ensure their equipment and cables and our digital items worked seamlessly was wonderful. It was so great to get the customer service that lacks in so many businesses these days. My husband looks forward to going back to purchase future audio needs. He was blown away at what they sell to the public. Thank you!! read more

Have a lot of great hi fi audio equipment. Purchased a replacement ortofon 2m red cartridge for my record player from Wayne who was really friendly and helpful. read more

These guys are the best An LA institution for sound advice. Fixed my turntable when no one else could. Thanks guys! read more

Very helpful and extremely nice staff. I'm very grateful the moved to Burbank and I can easily find the parts and equipment I need the same day. read more

during this pandemic and business slow, you would think some small businesses like this store will be thrilled to have you come and purchase items, but this store sales are so rude and not willing to help or with a so cold respond almost saying "don't bother me" attitude. I never understood, as a business customer service is a must, if not then close the damn doors and give the business to someone who really care about their customers. The cashier was ok though, just the behind the glass sales. read more

You find things you'd think impossible... at a very reasonable price. And crew is always helpful and very friendly. They even get you better deals than advertised. read more

If you want a box of 150 Ft of Cat 5e or parts for making your own cables and know EXACTLY what you need they're adequate and chances are it's likely in stock. Prices for bare bones components are fine. Found a reasonably priced hi to low impedance converter box that I needed in a pinch. BUT If you need actual service or have a question or need something that requires human interaction like a rental? Forget it. Go somewhere else, like PacRad or even Fry's (if they don't know they'll at least be nicer about it). You'll get nothing but angry old men here who can't be bothered to look anything up, speak with civility, or answer honestly. read more

Been coming to this place for a long time now, can think of any other place that comes close to having in stock what these folks have. If it's a last minute cable for your gig or a unique case to customize your gear, I'm pretty confident they have it, I am back from living up north for 10 years, I am so excited about returning there to peruse at this fine establishment. read more

I'm super psyched to have discovered this place. The staff are knowledgable with A/V equipment and electronics (and hell, any topic you bring up, really) in ways that's hard to find in today's retail market. And the store is chock-full of cool stuff that makes you just want to wander around for hours. I came in my first time for a $40 case and after talking with my salesman for awhile that led to a great deal on a Blue Bottle and cap kit that I was about to get from Sweetwater but went with Ametron instead after they beat Sweetwater's best offer by over 3K. Then, after I paid off that mic I got another of the same, since it was such a good deal. And while dropping in to make a payment my salesman "Michael K." showed me a matched pair of Neumann M149 tube mics behind the glass case. After I finished paying that 2nd Blue Bottle off I put some money down on the Nuemanns. Happy to say, I just picked them up today and so after going in for that $40 case over a year ago I've now spent about 16K on mics that would have cost me many thousands more had I not discovered Ametron. This place is a gem. Thanks guys!!!!!!! read more

Been renting from this place for a while and purchasing products. Reliable, friendly and knowledgeable service! Have made many gigs possible for me. Had one last week and Brendan went out of his way to make a complicated set up work perfectly. Thank you ! read more

This is where the ex & I bought a lot of the parts to build wireless Street Fighter arcade joysticks for the Xbox. Well, since I lost the Xbox in the custody battle, I've been spending my free time on the weekends hanging out here under the pretense of scoping out a nice new soldering iron for myself. Really I have been scoping out potential dates. I figure if I don't find one soon, eventually I'll just end up seeing my ex and then he'll ask what I am doing here - and petty soon he'll just get frustrated and fix all my damn broken electronics for me. read more

I *think* I have learned my lesson now. After two separate incidents where I've needed a not-very-common electrical and a/v component, I made several vain visits/searches at other chain electronics stores of the more common variety, and it isn't until I was told about this place that I knew that there is no reason to even bother going chain store location hopping and just make one stop here. I find it a blessing and a curse that 90% of what they sell/rent there is beyond my electrical understanding. If I did have a little more know-how with that stuff, I'd be like a kid in a candy store totally geeking out finding the 3' cable for this instead of overpaying for a 6' cable of the same sort at Best Buy or figuring out how to find the right parts to fix the power button on my TV remote control. I'm perfectly happy bringing AC adapters with its cable torn in half and asking for a replacement, or asking for what's becoming an obsolete piece of equipment without getting a blank stare and a response along the lines of "I've never heard of that thing before!" in asking for help, because I know I will find exactly what I need. Everyone that I've encountered there are super friendly and helpful, and really know their stuff without being snobby about it. Based on others' reviews of this place, at a quick glance at what they were selling and for how much, I don't think their prices are expensive compared to other brick and mortar stores. If you're astute and patient enough to shop online, we all know that the best bargains on this stuff resides there, but for someone who needs an immediate fix and instant gratification, I'm happy their prices are no more than your big box chain retailer. Perhaps on a slow day, I'll go there and just walk around the sales floor hoping I may absorb some knowledge and figure out how to make a motion-sensitive video security system with lasers. It's nothing that I really need, but I'm sure I can find everything I need for such a project there if I wanted. read more

I just called this business to get some information regarding purchasing or renting some lavalier mics. They transferred me to someone in their sales department who didn't seem to really understand English. He also didn't seem to understand customer service either. I've done business with this organization in the past, and this call was very disappointing. I'm kind of questioning now whether the standards that were typically there are not being upheld any longer. read more

This place has everything you need for a good price but the customer service is seriously lacking. I came buy with the exact specifications I needed for a new adapter for my piano keyboard and three people pretty much ignored me when I asked where I could find the wall of adapters. All of the people I encountered there had really bad social skills or they seemed extremely lazy. I will probably begrudgingly go back but only for the low prices. read more

I should first say that I have never set foot in this store, my review is purely based on a conversation I had on the phone today with one of the sales representatives. I am thinking of getting a glidecam and wanted to know if they had any I could see so I could decide which I wanted. Ametron was listed on the glidecam website as being a distributer, so I called them up. I ride public transportation everywhere, so I tend to call ahead for stock. This is how the conversation went: Me: Hey, I was wondering if you had any glidecams in stock? Salesperson: No. Me: Would you have one on display for m- Salesperson: we don't sell that here. (starting to get angry at me) Me: Your store was just on the glidecam website so- Salesperson: NO And then he just hung up on me. I don't know if they were busy and he wanted me to get off the phone, but he could have politely said they didn't have any. I am sure that not everyone there is like that, but that conversation really turned me off to the company and I've never even been inside the store. read more

The best! Shout out to Wayne for saving me time and $$$ by correctly diagnosing my record player as just needing a new belt rather than a new motor. He also gave it a tune up and helped me better understand how to use its features to enhance sound quality. read more

I frequently rent here and that's because of the customer service I get from Brendan. The guy knows his audio. The pickup is smooth and ready to go when I get there. He always double checks if there is anything else that I might need and I greatly appreciate that. I strongly recommend renting from here and asking for Brendan. read more

Great store for video / electronic enthusiasts, but the hours honestly suck. I would triple my business here, if they were open later than 6:30 PM. This is ridiculous, especially considering rush hour in L.A. If you work until 5 PM or 6 PM, it's difficult to get anywhere else before 6:30 PM. read more

Aside from selling professional grade sound equipment, from cables, to mikes and batteries, this place rents just about everything you could ever want or need in terms of sound equipment. They are patient when you call and ask how to make something work, or have a problem and need a solution they'll help you work through the problem and rent you the piece you're missing. read more

I pop in here regularly for all sorts of small connectors and plugs. Always have helpful and knowledgeable people on hand. Their selection is wide ranging and suitable for a wide range of projects. Love knowing I have a reliable electronic parts shop around! read more

Nice people but the slowest service ever which can be really frustrating when you are working on a time schedule. Just because it's uncommon to leave a cash deposit for a rental shouldn't make the transaction any different. Anyway got my deposit back after 30 minutes. Thanks guys! read more

Went to Ametron for some amateur recording stuff after the usual harrowing experience at Guitar Center. Within 5 minutes they had saved me $100s, offered a scalable option should I want to go more pro in the future, and gave me a bunch of very important "don't do's" that I doubt the GC staff would even know. For my needs, the perfect combo of Guitar Center's pro audio and Radio Shack. Would highly recommend a visit if you've got particular needs but can't find a solution. read more

The most down to earth A/V place I've been to in Los Angeles. I've tried a bunch of places lately and must admit this place is my favorite for audio equipment hands down. I'm a browser-- I tend to find things I need as I walk around a store and Ametron made it easy. I hadn't ever been there before and was a little apprehensive about dropping a lot of cash on my first visit, but I needed gear and I needed it quick. They were keen to help me get what I needed and it was a relatively quick and painless process. My salesperson knew his gear and stock, was friendly and didn't make me feel like I was a complete idiot (which they like to do at some other places in town) when I was asking questions he had heard a thousand times. I was pleasantly surprised and will be returning for more gear as I need it. read more

I have a 65" Mitsubishi that was released just before HDMI. I wanted to have the ability to connect three items to the TV (DVR, Apple TV, Sony PS3) without having a switch box that I had to get up and press A, B or C every time I wanted to use a different device (as the switchers at Best Buy required). They understood my predicament and found a switcher that could take multiple inputs and outputs AND could be controlled by any universal remote like my Logitech Harmony which I already had. Now I can watch Hulu or Netflix or Vudu or play my PS3 or watch something on U-Verse or Apple TV and I don't have to mess with any buttons or replace my TV that is paid for and has a beautiful screen. Also my guests don't have to be a genius to operate the TV. I found the staff to be very helpful when I explained what I needed. They clearly cater to supplying audio video gurus as there are rows and rows of things I'd never seen and have no idea what they are for. But I bet if I ever need anything and come here they will be able to explain a solution and give me a couple options because I think they have about everything audio video you would need. read more