I'm a full time musician and frequent guitar shops all around the nation. My wife and I recently visited San Antonio and decided to stop into Lark since I've followed them for a while on the socials. They are under new management from what I understand and the new manager is awesome. He was incredibly helpful as were all the staff. They answered all my questions even going as far as to google things for me. I started looking at an amp I was really digging so I started A/Bing amps and by the time I was done that had just about rearranged the show room and I was surrounded by amps and pedals. 1st class service and I loved it. One of the best experiences I've had in a music store. I can't wait to go back! read more

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This store is for Out-of-Towners, Collectors and Doctors and Lawyers. No one should ever take their gear here for a trade in ever and the store should be the first to tell you that. They also do not appear to be a PRS authorized dealer anymore I posted my review elsewhere and was not going to add it here but based on their reply want to get it posted The claim that these instruments had functional issues or 'body splitting' is a blatant fabrication used to justify a $300 offer on instruments that routinely sell for way more. The Strat is a 'Closet Classic'--it is designed by the Fender Custom Shop to have checking and age. To use factory relicing as an excuse to offer 10% of market value is either a lack of product knowledge or a deliberate attempt to mislead. The $4600 dollar guitar I was looking at looked like it had Lost a long-time customer today. I've been a loyal supporter of Lark Guitars for years, spending a substantial amount of money here and recommending them to others despite their premium pricing. I believe in supporting local shops, but after today, I will never step foot in this establishment again. I went in today prepared to purchase a $4,600 Custom Shop Telecaster. For trade-in, I brought a PRS SC 58 and a Fender Custom Shop Closet Classic Stratocaster. After waiting, I was met with an insulting offer of $300 per guitar ($600 total). Claiming these high-end instruments are "too beat up" to offer more than entry-level Squier prices is either a blatant attempt to scam a loyal customer or a total lack of product knowledge. For a shop that deals in boutique gear, they should know exactly what those models are worth. I packed my gear and walked out. If you value your instruments or your time, I suggest you look elsewhere. They've lost my business for good. read more

Just wont be using them again. My amp arrived with a foot controller damage and some broken plastic tabs in the back of the amp and it took a lot of back and forth to get it taken care of. They did finally take care of it in the end but it was a bad experience for me and the person who I was conversing with was slow on response and wouldn't respond to all of my emails. He had a bit of a high horse attitude if you ask me. read more

Unless you're a professional guitar player, this place is not for you. Unfriendly service and they don't like you to play the instruments. read more

If you have 4k, or so, to drop on an acoustic guitar, don't come here. Mentioned I was in the market for an acoustic for around 4k and there immediate response was, "we don't have anything in that price range". Which, after looking around there were quite a few in that price range. 4k to drop on a guitar and no help, very dismissive, and very rude. These guys think they have the best guitars ever. Also, many of their guitars were 4-500 dollars above new priced guitars of the same model I've seen elsewhere. Save yourself the time and go to Alamo Music Center. Much more friendly and they don't mind you playing their guitars at all. Lark is such a stuffy and stuck up place. read more

I took an acoustic guitar for a set up and the difference the work they did was amazing. Then I started looking around and found a guitar I've been wanted for a while. They worked with me and I came home with a beauty. Theses guys are professional at every level. I highly recommend their service and their people. Both are top shelf. read more

Lark Guitars - I've wanted this beauty for a while. Now I got it with the help of the fine folks at Lark Guitars. - Guitar Stores Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I have been searching high and low for the perfect gift for my fiance's birthday. He is a really talented shredder (lead guitarist) and has a couple of dream guitars. One of them is Yngwie Malmsteen's guitar, which he recently got himself and the other is David Gilmour of Pink Floyd. Well, the second dream guitar is a custom design that is extremely expensive. I haven't been able to find one reasonably priced. However, I did find one that was in mint condition online that was marked down slightly. I worked with a guy named Clint Franzen online haggling over the price. He was friendly and we negotiated a really good deal. He shipped the guitar right away and my fiance' received it yesterday. He played it with the biggest smile on his face. He is very pleased with his new baby. I couldn't be happier when I see him smile like that. So, thank you, Lark Guitars, and especially to Clint for making it so easy. The guitar is in pristine condition and the transaction from beginning to end was first class. I will definitely be a loyal customer and highly recommend you. read more

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Large guitars Was a pleasure to work with. I recently bought in Anderson guitar Works arc angel that is absolutely fabulous. They packed it up and set it up exactly how I wanted it. The guitar even arrived in tune. Albert was great to work with answered all my questions and I will definitely do business again with these guys! read more

Lark Guitars - Guitar Stores Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Probably the highest-end guitar and amp store in San Antonio/South Texas. They carry some very fine instruments from Lowden, PRS, Two-Rock (amps) and others. There is a bit of judging that goes on as they decide if you can pay for an instrument which is a bit odd but seems to dissipate depending on what you ask to see. The staff knows their stuff. read more

I just bought a guitar from Lark Guitars. I dealt with Clint. I ordered the guitar and it arrived in 24 hours. It was everything as advertised! It had new strings and did not need a setup! Played beautifully out of the box. I have called back with a few questions and Clint answered them immediately. He is very knowledgeable and helpful. He shares his thoughts and knowledge then you make the decision. I am very happy with my decision. Thank you Clint! You are a class act and Lark is a great guitar store! read more

Outstanding guitar store! As an LA native who as been playing for 41 years and now moving to San Antonio, (was also a military officer so traveled the world and seen many shops!) I went looking for a new "home" guitar store. This is it! The sales people were knowledgeable, friendly, and CAN PLAY. Not your Guitar Center/ Sam Ash experience. High end and mid range guitars and amps for the serious player at any level. Their website and guitars for sale are impressive (much more online than they have room for on their walls). In full transparency, I did not negotiate any deals this time, but would rather spend my money at a quality store that knows its business and offers solid customer service. If you are only looking for a deal, learn to buy on Reverb and become an amateur luthier (like I also am) and then you can have what you want at a significant deal because you can fix it yourself (and you will most likely have to fix it... every used purchase requires some type of repairs or setup). If you don't have all those skillsets and live in the San Antonio area, highly suggest you check out Lark Guitars!!! ~WAK read more

I have been to this store on several occasions and the service swings wildly, depending on how affluent I'm dressed. Still, every time I'm reminded of why I won't support a business who treats customers so rudely. read more

Not a very friendly environment! They don't want you handling the guitars. High priced and don't deal!

Outstanding service. So happy I found these guys. Excellent knowledge and a great selection. Couldn't be happier with my purchase! You have made a lifetime customer. read more

Great store, great selection of killer guitars, acoustic and electric. They have a huge selection of pedals and pedalboard accessories that you can hold in your hand and see how big they are and compare sizes for board building (the MXR brick is tiny!). Clint is super knowledgeable and friendly. One of the top guitar stores in the USA. read more

I'll start off by saying I downloaded this app just to review Lark Guitars. Overall the looks of the store is awesome. The gear is alright. Typical walls of strats and hollow bodies to attract your first time guitar buyers. BUT The service was BUNK. One guy was in the back chilling the entire time cutting his nails. Not one of them asked if I needed help, or if there was anything I was looking for. Not digging man. Not at all. I didn't appreciate the lack of service. Tourist, locals, San Anto natives. Take your dinero elsewhere. Not worth it. Regardless of the Southtown vibe. read more

Yesterday, I went into Lark fully expecting to quickly check the shop out and go buy a guitar somewhere else. Instead i ended up buying a guitar and amp. Both the store manager and the sales rep were outstanding. The inventory is almost overwhelming. They took the time to get to know me, my playing level and what I was looking for. They did a great job listening, education and not selling. As a result, I bought a guitar that I love and stayed within my budget. Nice job Lark! read more

Fantastic selection and service! Easily best shop in San Antonio.