Good Old-Time Music store .. last of the breed it seems.. still a customer !... reasonable prices…read more,and slightly used equipment a plus

I have been playing music for 30 years. That said, I have seen my share of music shops ranging from…read morethe good, the bad, to the ugly. I've traveled for and wide to pick up a musical instrument I'd been hunting for, sometimes to different states. That said, I've seen it all. However, Robbie's is something else, entirely different than anything I've ever experienced. This store has a legacy, for sure. This was a great place to go back in the day, and I'd often find some hard-to-find items here. Prices were fair back then and staff were eager to strike up conversation and talk music. However, it does not live up to its legacy and is now a shell of what it once was. I'd been here several times in the 90's, and it was seedy, a little weird, but reputable. Staff cared, quality instruments were available, you could talk music with the staff, and they had lots of inventory. All of this made for a fun and unique experience that was different than elsewhere. Fast forward to present day: There is a large selection of musical instruments. Some appear to have been there for ages, though. Prices are high and unreflective of true value. Perhaps this is why the inventory remains abundant with items that appear to be fossils there for years. The instruments cooking in the sun in the massive plate glass windows makes me wince every time I pass the place. Those poor drum kits have to be being absolutely destroyed sitting in that magnified sun. The environment seems to lack any sort of overall care or upkeep. Want to sell an instrument? Best of luck. Absolutely rock bottom pricing will be offered, almost to the point where you are forced to support Guitar Center. Many of us musicians like to support local, but these folks make that hard. Want to buy used? Prepare for the price to be inflated. The staff seem inconvenienced and annoyed that you've decided to patron their store, almost as if they don't want or need your money. A while back, went in for a simple repair that they quoted me on, never heard back from them, and when I called, they had decided to simply not do it or get around to it. Hours are odd, never a car in the parking lot. They open and close when they decide to. Odds are they won't be open when you get there, which has happened to me and other buddies of mine multiple times. Word going around is that it will be shuttered soon. I understand it, especially given how this place is run.

I recently purchased a drum set from the store. After two visits to the store and multiple phone…read morecalls I was led to believe that the set that I was buying included all the drums all the stands the seat and all the symbols. Upon getting to the store to purchase the unit they told me that one of the stands was not included so I spent an extra $70 to buy the extra stand. When I got home I realized that one of the symbols was missing. I called the store to say what happened and they told me oh it's not included so two salesman missed lead me and did nothing to rectify the situation. My recourse was I could bring it back well we traveled for miles we spent hours putting the site together and it was for my son's birthday so how can I possibly bring it back. I then called the customer service number to complainAnd they could not find any record of my purchase. This is a corporate chain and it is a joke I would never do business with them I wouldn't go near them with a 10 foot pole

Had a terrible experience here. I purchased and paid for an expensive item at the Wayne, NJ store…read morein Feb 2019. The store charged me but never delivered the item. I cancelled the order 2 weeks later, since they can't get the item from the manufacturer. They refused to refund me for 2 months, despite multiple phone calls to their Wayne, NJ store and their customer service center in Maryland. After I filed complaints with Better Business Bureau and Div. of Consumer Affairs, they finally mailed me a refund check, so I withdrew the BBB complaint. However, I just reinstated it because Music & Arts just sent me a collection notice claiming that I owe them the amount they just refunded me! I will never again purchase anything from this retailer. What a nightmare this continues to be.

Hi everyone, I…read morewanted to share with you all the most amazing past 6 1/2 years with a business in Wayne. The School Of Rock. My son started there when he was in the fifth grade. He is now a senior in high school. He has gone from learning to play guitar, base, drums, and he found his niche in vocals. The School Of Rock has gone through so many changes in the past 6 1/2 years but it's been the last three years that truly Turn tables. They brought in a new general manager. This guy is not just a businessman, He is an announcer for the WWE. But most of all he is a professional musician. He has created a team of instructors that aldo not just have a degree in music, They are real artists professional musicians, teaching and mentoring. The School Of Rock music director Justin Caprio, RJ, Angelo, Jean and others are all all professional musicians. They know what it takes to teach an instrument, to teach the music theory behind the instrument, and to teach stage presence. SOR is not just a music school, It's where kids come together and share the same interest in music. They make the most amazing friends and some will last a lifetime. My son has three of the most amazing friends in his life. They have their own band called With skies. They have performed at some amazing venues and have even recorded two songs in the very same studio in South Jersey that Skid Row and other well-known bands have recorded. My son started there and It was a shocker when we saw him up on stage standing at the microphone. His very first song he ever performed in front of an audience was Black Sabbath fairies wear boots. Here this 11 year-old little boy blew us out of the water. This past weekend it came full circle and they did another performance group of black Sabbath. He ended his last performance with fairies wear boots. I know this is a long read, but it's my greatest gift to the School Of Rock and the general manager and the instructors to leave this review If your child shows ANY interested music whatsoever, I so HIGHLY recommend the School Of Rock. It has changed my son's life. Stop Chihuahuas let's go let's go Versace We have met the most incredible families that have become our chosen family. Thank you for taking the time to read this review

I have had roughly 40-ish lessons there and have barely been taught a single thing! First off the…read morelessons per month themselves are extremely pricey for over $300 a month! I have had two instructors and neither have taught me really anything correctly. The first one had taught me a few songs... all of them were COMPLETELY incorrect. The second one barely has taught me anything and I've had him for a little over 10 lessons and he refuses to teach me any songs, he also always says that he will help me learn this or that next week, but next week never comes. It was 100% not worth the money, time, and brain power that was put into it. This school's teaching system is a lure tactic where all they do is say they are helping you to practice, but they are really just not doing much of anything at all. It is even worse if you join their season band program along side their lessons, as when I was enrolled in it my teacher hadn't taught me a single part of any of the songs I was put on. That caused a huge amount of stress on my back as I had to learn the songs ALL ON MY OWN, while balancing my personal and educational life. This caused me to leave the band program, which then they tried to gaslight me into not leaving by saying things like, "Oh [Me] has learned so much, it would really be a shame if he leaves the band!" (Once again remember they hadn't taught me anything, not what so ever). I was better off choosing a different music program that was literally 1/4th of the price. I have been to this other class for only 4 lessons and have already learned to do things like read sheet music (which they hadn't helped me with at all basically). They had taught me as if I had 10 years experience under my belt (WHICH I DON'T HAVE) and thus is not beginner friendly at all. 1/5 Stars: Would've rated it lower Not beginner friendly Too expensive General bad classes

I ordered an exclusive run Les Paul. Paid via PayPal. Then a few hours later get a call to verify…read moreall my information and answer a bunch of questions. Then had to wait for another call from their credit department and answer a bunch of questions all over again. Very weird experience. However, the guitar is amazing and beautiful.

This year I got multiple pieces of gear from AMS I was abl to make easy payments of time. its feel…read moregood to be able to pay as you play!!!

Ryan Hudak is a super talented luthier…read more I brought in a stratocaster with a mysterious wiring issue and he solved it in like ten seconds. I thought I'd have to leave my guitar there for three days, but I was in and out of there in like 5 minutes. Guitar Center tech work can be hit or miss but this location has real pros behind the counter. Reasonable price too! Check them out!

absolutely disgusting!!! went to trade a kemper stage their…read moreoffer was 200.00. ok fine, they re-sell for 1000.00 online. do i need to say anything else?

Called around for violin bow rehairs. The place nearest me quoted $99 per bow, which was almost…read moreenough for me to just buy a new one. There had to be better. So I called a couple more places and Schmeeds popped up. Much better pricing in line with other quotes I saw online. Friendly guy on the phone so I walked in and, well, there he was. Great to talk with Pete and he said he'd get my bows over to Alex. While I was there, I listened to some instrument practices in the side rooms. Next day, Alex calls me to talk about the bows. Very detailed, concerned, wanted to make sure I was okay with the risk of rehairing a bow with cracks he saw. I appreciated the concern and we cleared things up, but it was nice to talk directly with the person handling my equipment. Fast forward... less time than I thought (2 weeks was stated), and I get the call that it's all done. I pop on over and there we are, two freshly haired bows and more friendly chat. While I was there both times, kids and adults were practicing in the various lesson rooms. What a wonderful local place to spend time and money on music.

Hard to find good local music shops these days. What I love about Schmeeds is, they're actually…read moremusicians - they dig what they do (and in my opinion could actually charge more for some services). Have had two guitars set up, one bass guitar fixed (pick up issue, neck issue) and they're quick and inexpensive. Never been there for lessons but I hear good things about that, too. Check em out!

Came into town for a gig and needed drum sticks and I came upon this place!…read more So welcoming and organized. The employee was able to get me in and out so quick it was beautiful. If you're a traveling musician and need something, this is a great stop!

Have known Mike and Joe for years. Both are great guys and Joe has done set ups on a couple of my…read moreguitars. He actually "saved" a MIM Strat I found at a thrift store and brought it back to life. These guys are affordable and trustworthy.

So sorry that I tried this place but never again. The store lacks any type of selection but since…read moreI only had to buy strings, they did have it. The person working there was very rude. He had me sign the credit card slip and then threw it at me (not exaggerating here) and walked away, without saying as much as thank you or bye. Sad, sad store...

Terrible customer service, barely anything for sale and high prices. Arthur is a very rude and…read moreangry man who treats customers like trash. I highly recommend avoiding them and heading elsewhere. Save yourself the frustration.

Amazing service, friendly atmosphere, quality music education from highly trained professionals…read more This well-established business in Upper Montclair offers the best private music instruction in the area. Lots of talent has walked through this place over the last 4 decades! Annual springtime music recitals showcase the students achievements. Can't say enough good things about Montclair Music Studio! Added bonus: nicely decorated windows for the holidays and throughout the year.

Fantastic organization Great teachers, friendly environment,…read morea bright spot in Montclair's great music scene.