Every time I go into Wise Music, I am greeted by people who are genuinely happy to see you and…read moreshare their knowledge. Bryan has been great at handling my overcomplicated upgrades for my Schecter and old Ibanez and pointing me in the right direction with the techs. He was also a pleasure to talk to on the phone when he called to provide updates. Their tech Alex was super helpful when discussing an upgrade I didn't think was possible. I asked, on the off chance, if we could put active pickups in a 25-year-old passive Ibanez. Alex accepted the challenge with positivity and excitement. He said it would be no problem and explained what he was going to do. He also went ahead and installed some custom Guyker locking tuners on my Schecter. They are red and chrome, matching my body. He did a fantastic job! Robert is a dedicated guitar tech. I first met him when I came in to upgrade my Schecter. I had a complex humbucker set unad he was so positive and confident that I knew I had found the right place. I went back on a whim to see if I could replace my old Ibanez passive humbuckers with the ones he removed from my Schecter. I genuinely thought I was going to be laughed out of the shop. However, Alex and Robert both thought about it and were once again positive and enthusiastic. I handed over my guitar and parts, and the shop just had a very can-do attitude. I got a call after a few days to say it was done. I'm amazed at their turnaround time, as the technician's room always looks stacked with axes. Robert also went above and beyond when installing the active humbuckers in my Ibanez. I originally asked to keep the middle pickup just to be kept in but dead because I didn't want a big hole in my body. Not only did he get the actives in, but he also managed to wire it so the middle passive is still live! So my old, crappy guitar can now shred but also go back to my old punk-pop days . It also now has six voices to choose from, combining the passive and active pickups. Madness.... I highly recommend this music store! For all your guitar teaching needs, just ask for Robert

Frank is the best! He knows everything I needed to repair my guitar's neck that needed an artistic…read moretouch. He is one of the best luthier's around.

John did a great job on setting up a new 5 string bass I recently acquired. Even had it done the…read moresame day! Very reasonable price as well.

Great costumer service and a great collection of guitar gear, came in and bought a used 2x12 after…read moretesting it out and it sounds fantastic. Thank you so much!!

Scot Moon is a certified luthier and builds string instruments and specializes in repairing ,…read moresetting up and fret mills all electric wiring and trouble shooting any problems you might have!! I've been satisfied with all my six strings including my bass 4and5strings

Interested in having your guitar and money stolen? Hey, check out Moon Custom Guitars…read more I did business with Scot Moon, the owner, for years and had nothing but great things to say about his workmanship and business practices but that all came to a halt two years ago when I gave him $1200 to have Tacoma DR16C refinished and some other work done on another Tackamine acoustic. I was still in the Army at the time and stationed on the other side of the country but we made an agreement that I'd come and pick up the guitars in a few months when I moved back to California. In the time since I first gave him my guitars until today, I've tried multiple times to get in touch with Scot to see what the status of my guitars is but I've only received a few returned phone calls giving me excuses and promises never kept. This apparently isn't the first time this kind of thing has happened. Other guitarists in the area have since told me stories of Scot's dubious behavior. I've given him more than enough time to reconcile our differences. I'd even settle for just having my guitars back and giving up on the money as a lesson learned. But I want anyone who's interested in doing business with him to know that this is the risk you run.

I recently got a quick tour of the new music school that opened up in downtown Monterey. Owner and…read moreInstructor Dennis Murphy, a friendly jack of all trades with an upbeat personality, has transformed this space (formerly People's Mortgage Banc next to Ocean Sushi Deli) into an amazing space including class rooms, a stage with state of the art acoustic panels that are not only great to look at but help with sound control, a recording studio and more. The space is welcoming, comfortable and provides a great atmosphere to grow to your potential in the realm of music. I myself haven't picked up an instrument (clarinet only because I had a crush on the guy playing the French Horn, silly me) since Jr. High School and unfortunately stopped playing the piano in grade school but I am thinking about taking vocal lessons for my own ears sake. Dennis Murphy School of Music offers the following for those ages 7 to Adult: *Private Lessons and Music Clinics *Vocal (glee, choir, gospel) *Band Programs ( rock, jazz, blues, classical) *Recording & Production *Private Instruction for All Instruments Come check it out and he will be hosting a Grand Opening Party very soon! For more information about DMSM you can contact Paula at 831-920-1310or email her at paula@dennismurphy.org

Recently performed at a fundraiser were he was doing the sound for the entertainers…read more He was extremely rude from the beginning, we were just there to perform for the fundraising event, and were very sad that he turned what should have been a great event into a really bad experience!

You can't go wrong if you want music related stuff. Bookmark Music will fill the need. There is…read moresheet music galore. Music related collectibles, gifts and other nic-naks. Marcia and her team of expert musicphiles will steer you into the right direction. And if it is something that you need specially (music for that next choral concert of chamber music gig, Marcia will order it up for you. Hot off the grill. You can get anything you want at Marcia's Bookmark Music (except Marcia!). Thank you Arlie G

We're so lucky in PG to have this wonderful music store! They recommended my kid's violin teacher…read moreand we buy all our music books there. Very reasonable prices, great selection, and incredibly kind and knowledgeable staff. My child plays the flute and the violin and we've been very fortunate to have this place so close by; they also generously support local music studios putting on recitals and give the kids gift certificates for participating. We are lucky to have them.

The technicians at guitar 123 are amazing and super helpful! Went in with my first electric guitar…read morebecause of a broken string and never changed a string on my guitar before and they helped with no hesitation! Super nice and knowledgeable about what they do. And they did it super quickly too! Definitely check them out if you need a repair or to check out their awesome instruments!

got new guitar, bridge doctor, strings and awesome service! 100% recommended for all musician needsread more

I signed up my daughter for drum lessons about 2 years ago with Stevie. She had no experience in…read moremusic whatsoever, Stevie has taught her how to drum and now she is taking piano lessons and loves it. Stevie has an amazing ability to make music lessons interesting, creative and FUN. Not only is she able to play drums and piano he has taught her how to read music as well. It has been so great for her that I have signed up and am learning a lifetime dream of playing drums. I would highly recommend Carmel Music Lessons to anyone of ALL ages!

Stevie has been teaching both of my sons, one drums and the other guitar. He has a true gift for…read moreteaching music! Stevie is always upbeat and makes the learning process fun. What is particularly amazing is that he is able to teach and engage both of my sons, who are very different learners!

I'm a fan of this private music studio. El offspring had his first lesson and he is hooked. He…read morethinks his teacher is one cool cat. Lessons are a fair price from a credentialed music teacher who has elected to teach privately. The teacher came highly recommended from friends in music circles as well as other parents. (Update... still taking lessons and it is June 2012!)

Todd is a fantastic teacher! He loves his job and is really great with kids. He helped my 10 year…read moreold daughter prepare for her school holiday school performance, and we are continuing on with lessons because she enjoys them so much. Todd's lessons have given her confidence, skills, and an enthusiasm for playing music!