I have visited roughly 15 Guitar Center locations in America as a result of business travel. Always…read morenice to kill time browsing and playing guitars on the road without having to bring one. Staff is helpful in all departments. Just don't play Stairway To Heaven. Reminder it's not just guitars. Drums, Bass, etc.

My experience at Guitar Center Dallas was nothing short of exceptional. Walking in, I was greeted…read moreby a bustling atmosphere, with the Guitar Center guru Nathan deeply engrossed in fixing a guitar. Despite interrupting him, expecting to be redirected, he attentively listened as I explained my skill level and preferences. Instead of pushing a sale, he presented me with several options, explaining the nuances of each instrument, spending no less than 30 min on the ins and outs and helping describe what I was going for. He could have easily pushed a 3k guitar on me and told me this will have me playing like Stevie Ray Vaughan in days. Instead he was patient and and showed me what I was looking for, I asked him to pretend he was buying for his brother "the one he likes" and show me the way. I ended up with a beautiful guitar and an amp that will grow with me, all thanks to his guidance. It was evident that he genuinely cared about ensuring I left with exactly what I wanted. Before checking out, the manager and other salespeople also made sure I had everything I needed, further enhancing my experience. What stood out most was the lack of pressure to buy. It was refreshing to be treated with such care and respect, especially in a retail environment. This fantastic experience, which began with Nathan, has made me a loyal Guitar Center customer.

I purchased a used Ovation Acoustic Guitar from Zoo music as well as guitar lessons. I enjoyed the…read morelessons as well as the Guitar. I highly recommend Zoo music for all of your music needs.

Cool place with a wide array of some sweet vintage gear. It's definitely a shit hole, but some of…read morethe best places are, right? Only annoying deal is, the majority of the guitars state; "ask Dave for the price" Fuck that. I dont want to ask Dave, just price it folks!

Went in to look at guitars, not planning to buy right away. Tried a couple of models and got some…read morebasic advice. Might come back when I'm ready.

Fantastic customer service and great people! Helped me find exactly what I needed and even helped…read morefix my guitar tuner on the house! I'm definitely coming back here for all my guitar needs from now on

I've never met a more wonderful staff than the one in Music and Arts in Plano. Heather, Carla and…read moreJeremy went above and beyond the call of duty when they helped me out with a very tricky clearance item on an email I received from M&A. They did everything they can for me to get the deal and now I'm eagerly waiting for my new Fender 12 string acoustic electric guitar! Thanks to Heather, Jeremy and Carla for all their help and patience with me! Y'all are truly a terrific team!!! Corporate, please give them a raise!!!

Amazing customer service! Jeremy gave us the royal treatment. He was very knowledgeable about…read moreelectric guitars and helped us pick out the best one for us. He also replaced the strings, showed us how sounds of the guitars and amps we were considering compared and gave us a box to wrap the gift.

Expert craftsmen/women deliver excellent repair work on violins, violas, cellos and basses…read more Beautiful instruments offered on consignment, a myriad of string accessories available.

Caraway Strings is a great shop! Duncan Beaver previously worked at Jay Rury Violins prior to it…read moreclosing. He actually remembered the specific viola we purchased for my son there and was glad to assist him with purchasing new strings for it. We also took our son's violin in for some service at Caraway and are very happy with the work done. The staff is friendly and professional. This will be our son's go-to place for his stringed instruments from now on.

Need a good phone number and wish the hours had been updated before we made the trip outread more

I brought an instrument to repair here since they were nearby and the prices seemed reasonable…read more Their website is really helpful, because they provide a breakdown of what each type of repair costs. The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable and kept in touch. The repairs took less time and cost less than I expected - they didn't do work that wasn't necessary. Costs were explained and I left feeling confident. This is a great place for all your music-related needs.

After a buying a new guitar I decided to visit Guitar Center to check them out. They have a wide…read moreselection of music magazines on rock bands to look into like Black Sabbath, the Iron Man song, The Police, Nikelback, ACDC, Dire Straits, Seether, Pop Eviel, Five finger Death Punch and last but not least Saliva. The rockstar associates are really cool and can find about any rock band's music notes if not available same day.

Wonderful experience! We worked with Addison who was knowledgeable and experienced herself with…read moreguitar selection. She guided us to select a beautiful Gibson! We loved our experience and would absolutely have Addison sell us our next instrument. Thank you!

Great experience here! A six year old I've been taking here over the last month is really enjoying…read moreher piano lessons and is showing a healthy interest. She's eager to practice at home and there's no having to pry her out the door to attend the lessons, like the case would be for her other activities such as soccer and ballet. Her teacher is extremely friendly, helpful and good at communicating. The other music teachers I see while I'm waiting in the lobby seem caring and helpful as well. All around pleased and thankful we found this awesome place!

My son has been going here for a while. We received a word of mouth recommendation from a friend…read moreand have been very pleased. My son, 14 and a freshman at Lake Highlands, has worked on acoustic guitar and now after Christmas has added his first electric guitar. They have been open to letting him pick his own music to learn and at least I like Green Day too. Highly recommend