Terry sold me my first guitar, a ESP Viper which I still have today which is my favorite guitar and a Rivera amp which I also have. Since then I've bought all my guitars and amps from Terry, including a Martin acoustic/electric, a Strat, along with my sons Fender Jazz bass and amp. My son explored many stores checking out basses and amps. Terry asked what my son was looking for and what music he was playing. He let him browse and take his time with no pressure. Every time I go in with an instrument or amp in need of repair Terry drops what he's doing and, at the very least, looks at it or repairing it then and there. I went in looking for a new acoustic guitar and Terry found out I liked Martin's but couldn't afford one. He sold me a Martin with a cracked panel on the face at a fantastic price assuring me it wouldn't bother the sound and offered to fix it if it did. I still haven't repaired it. Places that have remained in business over the many years and are truly special during my younger days are few and far between. read more

Support your local store! We walked in on a Saturday afternoon looking for a quality acoustic guitar for our youngest. Terry (the owner), was exceptionally helpful with suggestions about different types of wood, body shape, tonality and spent a good amount of time helping us find just the right one. We bought a Breedlove and a hardshell case, came home and we jammed together in our living room. You won't find this kind of customer service anywhere else in CNY. read more

A great Music Store. They really need an active website, so we that live a bit farther away are able to see what they have to offer.

You can teach an old dog new tricks when your teacher is Terry! So I brought in my daughters to possibly upgrade an old guitar for one new player and repair that same one to give to another. There are plenty of choices but knowing Terry plays guitar professionally is a huge comfort. Plus I had purchased before from BSM and I wanted my daughters to get a lesson on local purchase from a professional and someone who cares. We have been to other places and even though they try if you have the time Terry will hook you up NOT just try to sell you something. Well he asked my budget and then one guitar was picked (on the low end mind you) and Terry said to my daughter whats the first thing that comes to mind. Thumbs up or down. My daughter had thumbs up. Terry made sure it fit and I asked for a little higher end. Again he was mindful of my budget and asked if my daughter liked red. Another thumbs up. Terry spent so much time. He taught all of us new tricks. I and my daughters were both impressed. One being a bachelors of Music recent graduate. Terry made sure that guitar was going out the door in tune, perfect intonation and with extras. Well I deemed the original project guitar we came into fox for my other daughter as her first was pushing close to a new. Again Terry helped and kept on the lower end. I upped it again and Terry pulls out a green Tele with racing stripes . My daughter was ear to ear. We made sure it fit. Tested it and I asked Terry if we could pick up the next morning. Well this old dog was brought in his guitar and Terry helped yet again pointing out what could have ended up in a broken truss rod do to my error. Well that guitar never sounded so good when he was done. On top of it I was struggling looking for my own tone. Terry had a guitar that was his he had modified. He asked if I would like to see it. He had been struggling with deciding to part with it. When I started to play it my daughters said "Dad why don't you play like this at home?" I never buy used. I am anal about even who touches my guitar at home. I wouldn't even let my neighbor play it. Terry and Beat street music is special. He showed me too about a slight adjustment on holding a pick. You can teach an old dog new tricks when you work with a guru. Please note don't go in there in a hurry. Its a one man operation and if your spending time and money on an investment for an instrument you need to take time. Music is an art and really shouldn't be rushed or someone else's opinion. You need a guide and a guru kike Terry. Thanks Terry this is so much appreciated. My daughters had such a positive experience. read more

Terry Vickery is the best in the business with everything that he does: sales, service, customer service, repairs, modifications, or just advice. No one else has worked on any of my instruments for about 30 years. He treats every customer as if they are the most important person in the world, whether you're buying a 5 figure instrument or a set of guitar strings. I've moved out of the Syracuse area, but I know that I could send him a bass and tell him "you know what I like" and he would send it back set up perfectly for me and my playing style. He takes the time to get to know his customers so when it's time for repairs, recommendations or just advice, he will do the best that he can for you always. read more

Beat Street was there for me when I needed a new microphone stand and a pop-screen to make sure that the vocals for a project sounded right. - Great help from the staff let me zoom-in on what I needed, and not make expensive bad choices. - They have a great return policy, one that I did not have to use. - I'll be headed right back to them the next time I have a need. read more

Terry has done everything he can to make me sound good, it's not his fault. He is a super fair guy. He knows what he's doing too.

Buying an instrument online is always a gamble: you're trusting the seller to be honest about the condition and quality of the instrument and to ship it safely to you. I purchased a guitar--a stunning RG570--from these guys via their website. Not only was Mike consistently friendly, but he gave me a great deal on a great instrument, and then shipped it right away. I'll keep them on my list of great places to look for guitars. read more

Great store , bought several nice high end guitars . Very professional and they took care of all my needs .

I started playing guitar late in life one year ago as a Covid project, and Terry was extremely helpful in picking out a starter acoustic for me. A few days ago, in celebration of a milestone birthday, I decided to go electric, and again Terry devoted several hours to getting the right guitar into my hands, selecting a basic amp, redoing the strings, and explaining everything I needed to know about this equipment. I can't recommend him highly enough, and I much doubt there is much that one can know about guitars that Terry doesn't. read more

Not going to lie, i'm a little biased. My dad works here, i've known the owner since I was a baby, hell I even worked here for a few years during College. I'm currently living/working in Los Angeles and have gotten to see other shops and meet other "music industry" people. While there are no doubt some other fantastic music stores out there, Beat Street is still one of my favorites. Very cool gear for beginners to pros (entry level stuff all the way to amazing high-end equipment such as Bogner amps, Goodall guitars), the guys that work there are great and know their stuff. Terry (owner) knows more about this stuff than pretty much anyone I know or have met. Their repairs are fairly priced and they do great work, easily among the best. If you need instruments, repairs, amps, you name it check out Beat Street and help support a great local business. read more

It's a real pleasure to go to a good old fashioned locally owned music store. I bought a beautiful acoustic guitar there. I figured I probably gotten it for less online but I looked and I got it from Terry for about $200 less than it was selling for online. Terry is also very knowledgable about guitars, not like the people at Guitar Center and those places. read more

Terry spent a good two hours with me to help me pick out my first guitar, which I am very appreciative of since I am just learning how to play guitar as an adult and really had no clue what I was doing. He made the process simple and took his time to help me find exactly what I wanted. Terry addressed all of my concerns, didn't try to sell me things I didn't need, and made me feel welcome there. I would highly recommend checking this place out for musicians of all levels. Thank you Terry! read more

Well I've done business with Beat Street music for the past 20 year it has been enjoyable. There selection of instrument is great for every level of players you can find what you needed . There repair work is the best you know when take some thing there it will be right when you get it back.Terry and the guys they are great I feel I can call them friend great read more

terry is the gospel in guitar setups. no one else is allowed to touch my guitars! love beat street!

Beat Street Music....A cut above the rest....way above! Not just your average music store. Personalized treatment with fine instruments, equipment and accessories. Great electric and acoustic guitars, and amplifiers both new and used. Browse their select electric and acoustic pickup selection both new and vintage. Repair work is top notch with 40 plus years of experiance. Stop into Beat Street Music today....one of Central New Yorks staples in the music business. You never know what you might find!! read more

I love Beat Street Music ! I've been dealing with Terry on and off for over 20 years. I bought a new "96 Cal., Fat Strat HSS" in the fall of 96. In 1998 I had Terry pull a "Fat 59" from under the counter and install it in my axe and set it up, changing it to an "HSH Cal., Fat Strat". I love this guitar, it plays and sounds great. I sold my Tele and my LP custom, but kept the "Strat". I have a 1981 Fender 12 string acoustic that I purchased from a relative who left the guitar in a closet for over 10 years w/o a case. The neck was warped and looked beyond repair. No problem for Terry who I found to be a very qualified luthier as he repaired and set this old guitar up for me with a new nut and set up. I also still have this guitar and I love it, it is my favorite acoustic and he did this around 2002, and she still holding up strong. I also purchased an acoustic guitar from Terry back in 2005 which he set up for me and installed an under the saddle pick up. I have beat the guitar up a little, but it plays and sounds great to this day. I have also purchased accessories from Terry and prefer to buy in person rather than online. He is always there ready to give sound advise and quality service. I recently sent a friend over from work who was having trouble setting his hard tail bridge. Terry adjusted his guitar while he waited and sent him out the door,. I just purchased locking tuners for my "Strat" they don't quite fit and the headstock needs to be modified for installation, Terry said " bring the neck in and I will modify it while you wait so your tuners will drop right in'. WOW ! I don't know what I would do without Terry and Beat Street Music, He has always been there for me over the years. Thanks Terry. read more