I just had the most amazing experience with Lombards Stereo. My rear camera had dislodged and wasn't working, which was a big problem as I rely on it a lot. I called Lombards Stereo to see if they could possibly help me out. They got me right in and assured me they could help me with my problem, and indeed they did. They fixed the camera problem right away; it works perfectly and is very secure in place. If you or anyone you know needs a stereo or automotive camera, do not hesitate for a second to contact the very friendly folks at Lombards Stereo in San Luis Obispo; you won't be disappointed. Thank you again Lombards Stereo for your great service. read more

Very good professional installation. The review mirror area looks very nice and tidy with the wiring. Thank you guys. Great job. Let's do it again!! read more

I could not pair my phone with my Alpine receiver David fixed my problem with a smile and expertise I plan to buy new car speakers soon. Based on today's experience I would not consider going anywhere else read more

Had a great experience with Lombards - highly recommend. Walked in to ask questions about my Tacoma. I had already spent some money on a system upgrade that didn't do what I was hoping. Angel walked me through what my dissatisfactions were and then helped me understand the types of decisions that would improve the quality, yet maintain some of my current investment. I ended up choosing to have the stereo replaced and added acoustic treatment to the doors and rear. The result was a huge increase in sound quality. It was exactly what I was hoping to achieve. I never felt like I was being "oversold" a solution, but that we decided what would be best together. If you're looking for a team that knows what they are doing, I recommend contacting them. read more

DO NOT COME HERE !! Paid them 300 to install a new head unit. They FAILED to tell me if they install this new unit then they would essentially disable my back up camera & gps system. Quoted me another 500 to 'possibly fix' a problem they created. Paid them another 100 to go back to stock, even though I just wanted to fix something THEY BROKE. To top it off my aux, fm/am radio, cd, & whole front panel does not work anymore after they CHARGED ME TO FIX SOMETHING THEY BROKE. Paid them almost 500 in labor hours for my car to stay the same & for them to break my stock head unit. If you want quality, integrity work done on your car THEN DONT COME HERE !!! Guy says he has '20 years experience' but it must be in dog years. If i could rate 0 stars I would, 1 star is to high for them read more

Solid team, definitely will trust them to do another install. The sales rep took his time walkthrough a bunch of different options and never once pressured for any kind of an upsell. read more

Am I writing this review over 2 years later? Yup. Is my sound system still working extremely well? Absolutely. I was assisted by Angel, who did a fantastic job in not only helping me decide which media screen to upgrade for my 2014 Toyota Camry, but he also assisted my father a year later with upgrading his in his Lexus. 2 years later, my media console is still going strong + I have had no issues with it! I'm very thankful I was recommended to go to Lombard's by Alan from Smitty's in Los Osos. You can trust these guys to do the best job, and provide phenomenal support! read more

DO NOT COME HERE! Over charges and didn't let me know and won't give money back! Dude has terrible service I promise do not waste your money

Super helpful crew, they are always super knowledgeable and informative and send me in the right direction to get something done. Armando was such a nice guy, helped me from start to finish and hooked me up big time. I highly recommend. read more

Everything! Angel was awesome. Even delivered our car back to us in Arroyo Grande when done. We added Alpine touch screen with true GPS/navigation; Serious xm radio; AM/FM radio; 170° back up camera. We love it. Looks like factory install!! read more

Update: The sound system works amazing!!! I ran into a small problem recently and Lombards stood by their product and service and got it resolved. Could not be happier or recommend them any higher! read more

Lombards were great for installing my car door and rear deck speakers. Making the installation clean and looking factory. I haven't had any problems with their installation at all. Also, they gave great advice on the audio problems I had. read more

Very knowledgeable and did not try to up-sale. They have my future business for electronic repairs or replacements.

I had lombards install a sound system in my salon over 10 years ago and it's still working perfectly. I got a new computer that I used for Spotify and accidentally cut the AUX cord with scissors! I went in to the store and the guy made my day by giving me an extra one and totally saved the day! I was back up and running with music in my salon within 15 mins. I really appreciate these guys they work hard and are so friendly! read more

Went to their store the other day for a simple product to help me install replacement speakers in my vintage automobile: I'm doing the installation myself. They listened to what I needed, and after a bit of head scratching, went to the back and came out with what I needed. Free of charge and good-ole San Luis Obispo kindness. I'll definitely be back. Thank you! read more

Earlier this year I had an inoperable antenna on my older Toyota replaced by Lombards Stereo. Their price was reasonable but the quality of the reception after installation was MUCH worse than had been the case with the original antenna. After putting up with this for a few weeks I contacted Lombards and asked them to check it out. I was given an appointment about a week out. At that appointment a technician popped off some molding in the trunk and stated that the antenna was properly grounded and was working as well as it could. Total time spent checking the antenna out: 2 minutes. I thought this examination was so cursory that I sent a letter to the company (after finding that there was no way to send an email) detailing my concerns. They didn't bother to reply. Some weeks later the antenna just fell off. My guess is that the part -- which Lombards special-ordered and installed -- was defective or, possibly, installed incorrectly. Even a minimally-concerned technician would have noticed that that the radio reception (which he didn't bother to listen to) was lousy compared with other vehicles and warranted further investigation. Had that happened the bad replacement antenna would have been identified, the supplier would have presumably sent a replacement part and this story would have had a happy ending. read more

Very poor customer service from Bryce in my experience. He could not answer any of my questions without creating a competition of who knows more about the products. I personally felt judged, attacked and unwelcome. If he is any indication of the culture at Lombard's Stereo then you should find the help you need elsewhere like I did. read more

We couldn't be more pleased with some recent work we had completed by Lombards Stereo. We were wanting to update the original stereo in our Sprinter van and have a back up mirror/camera also installed. David explained our options for upgrading our sound system. He and his staff were exceptionally professional and accommodating. The work was completed in one day and we are very happy with the results. High recommended Lombards! read more

I cannot recommend this place enough! I went in because I had an issue with a fuse and everyone was so caring and respectful. I was in and out in less than 20 minutes. read more

Had a wonderful, positive experience at Lombards. I had a pesky, loud off factory security system in my '97 4runner that had needed to go. It was draining my battery and causing frequent mishaps with my vehicle. Lombards was recommended, so I went in and was greeted by Angel. Was welcomed and pleased with his customer service, as he asked me questions and got to know the issue I came in for. One of the best customer services I have experienced in SLO. You can tell he really cares about his customers and is loyal in his work. All was taken care of in a speedy manner and I don't ever have to worry about the extremely high pitch noise again. Thank you Lombards and thank you Angel for your solid work ethic. I will be coming back. I am here to recommend Lombard's to all. read more

I had made an appointment at BestBuy to have a stereo installed for my stepdaughter for a Christmas present. Needless to say I learned my lesson going to a corporate store. Called Lombards and they got me in Christmas Eve. Excellent work and price. read more

Great selection of car stereos, competitive prices, and fantastic service. Highly recommend.

Upgrade your technology and not your car... A few weeks ago, I had to make a huge decision to sell my 2003 (15-year-old) Porsche 911 (996) C4 or invest in it. I needed to upgrade the IMS bearing since this is a known problem for the 996 models. It was a potential failure I did not want to experience on the road. While we were replacing the IMS bearing it made sense to install a new clutch. One of the reasons I wanted to sell it was I could not stand my current stock radio and old tech. Living in the San Luis Obispo area, older radios do not have very good reception and I was missing Bluetooth connectivity to my radio with a hands-free microphone for my phone. I always had to remember to bring a Bluetooth headset so I could talk on my mobile phone. So, my friends from German Auto in SLO gave me a few recommendations, I chose to visit Lombards in San Luis Obispo. I met with David Joy, owner, and he gave me an incredible amount of his time so I would make the right decision for my 911. He walked me through all the radios that would work in my car and still look like the radio belonged in my 15-year-old 911. After David explained the differences in technology, performance and capability we took a walk to my car. It turned out my 2003 911 had enough real estate for a full screen system. This would include Apple Play, Rearview Camera, SiriusXM, Nav System and Bluetooth capability built-in microphone. We also needed to upgrade the amplifier. We chose the Pioneer AVIC-8200NEX Radio and a 5 Channel Amp that would fit in my bonnet. They also rearranged my dashboard to make this look like it was stock (checkout the pics). I could not be happier with my choices and recommendations from David. If you are driving an older car that you still love but are not crazy about your antiquated technology, you really should look for another type of upgrade at Lombards in San Luis Obispo. Call and ask for David or Angel. You will be glad you did! read more

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I 100% recommend Lombards stereo. They've done multiple systems for me. I have never once been dissatisfied with their work their price, their knowledge, and how courteous and professional they are. They are really great to talk to affordable, and they make buying a new stereo system very easy. read more

Had issue with speaker distortion. brought here for diagnosis. piece of glass from broken window was the culprit. issue found quickly and expertly. local business taking care of locals. Thanks read more

Got a new radio and amp installed in my truck, and Dave walked me though all my options with no pressure. The tech, Angel, sat with me and reviewed all the new features and modifications made so I stayed up to date on my vehicle. I HIGHLY recommend Lombards for professional sound system work--they've been around in SLO 30+ years for a reason. read more

Another incredibly positive experience at Lombard's for me. This was probably the 5th or 6th time I've used them in my life and I felt I should leave a yelp review for this one. I was helped by Angel and everything went great doing the stereo on my mom's Toyota SUV. Where I was really impressed however, is I asked about changing the appearance of a large metallic piece that went across the whole dash. My mom said it made a big glare when the sun it. Angel said they could sand it down and paint it to match the rest of the dash but that the job would probably take an extra day to fully let the paint dry and I was totally OK with that of course. In the end, the dash came out looking like it was factory (see pic) and the big shiny piece was now black matching the rest of the dash perfectly. My mom was very happy!! Everything on the job was done right and it came back less than the original estimate... which I can't guarantee will happen for everyone but it did happen this time and so I know they aren't trying to overcharge. The job was several hundred dollars of course... but he went over every piece with me and I feel I got a great deal considering everything I asked for. 5 outta 5 will use Lombard's again!!!!! read more

Lombards Stereo - They sanded and painted this large piece on the dash to remove glare from the sun. - Car Stereo Installation Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Exceptional service at Lombards Stereo, particularly from Angel! I approached him with speaker issues in my car, and he not only provided expert advice on fixing the problem without buying anything but also ensured my speakers sound perfect now. Honest, friendly, and knowledgeable--I highly recommend Lombards Stereo for top-notch assistance and a great overall experience. I will definitely be returning to upgrade my audio experience. read more

Had a new stereo display installed. The team was fast to provide a quote, showed me exactly what I needed, talked about the pros/cons of various options, and had it installed fast. High quality work, would recommend. read more

A lot of this tech stuff can be intimidating if you don't know what you're doing. The guys at Lombards were super friendly and accommodating when I came by and spoke to me like professionals. My problem: I'm in a wheelchair and my van has a USB cable attached to the stereo. The cable was damaged and needed to be replaced. They were pretty busy and probably could've asked me to leave the van over night which would've been a major inconvenience. But they saw me in the van, came out & greeted me, and assessed the repair job right on the spot. My Diagnosis: Simple cable replacement. They had one of their techs jump on it and BAM! he was done in about 15min. and didn't price gouge me. Easily one of the best auto repair experiences I've ever had! In a world where customer service seems to be a thing of the past Lombards Stereo stepped up and made it happen without taking advantage of their customer! There's a reason that they're the best in SLO read more

Angel's knowledge is superior he took care of our car and we are extremely satisfied we will be returning customers. Thank you Lombards Stereo read more

We were very impressed with the owner of this business. Very knowledgeable in both low end and higher end equipment. Extremely accommodating with our need of picking up and dropping off and vice a versa. Installation was clean and works great extremely satisfied. read more

These guys perform such a great service! I came in because my radio controls feel through and I didn't know how to take out the panels and bring it back out. He came out to take a look and very easily took the panels off and helped retrieve my controls back. It couldn't be fixed because one of the clips are broken it turns out so he told me not to worry about and I didn't pay anything. It only took 5 minutes but I was super grateful for just quickly helping a dumb college student out. Definitely recommend! read more

Dave and his crew are the best at what they do. I've worked with them on 4 different high-end car stereo installs and every single one has absolutely rocked. Recently, after years of wear & tear, a crossover wire on my amplifier went bad and Dave's crew fixed it at no cost. Lombards Stereo stands behind their work, which is quality! read more

Lombardi's is always there for you the best technicians the best shop in San Luis County. The entire crew wants to make sure everything's working right for you. Thanks Dave for resetting our radio. read more

So I came back today for a stereo tune up, as these guys are the doctors of sound They have the tools and knowledge to make it happen and they defiantly work off the motto of "if your mirrors aren't shakin you been taken". They have all the adapters, amps, wire, speakers and decks that you could possibly want to put in your car and they are not afraid to push the envelope to achieve the optimum sound you want. It was a long drive up but a bumpin drive back ....oh yea...ahhhh let there be rock!..Angus Young read more

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I needed to get my backup camera fixed so I decided to go to Lombards Stereo. Of course, I wanted to get something basic since I have quite a few blind spots on my corolla. The previous owner of my car put in an aftermarket stereo/navigation/backup camera. Unbeknownst to me, it appears as if they had done it all themselves while leaving behind quite a mess. The guys at Lombards were kind enough to fix it which took them an extra hour. It is so nice to open my trunk and not see a bunch of wires hanging down. I appreciate their work and would recommend them to my friends. read more

They have installed my stereo/GPS/rear camera/alarm systems. That's how much I trust them. I have a 10 year old car, which can provide some quirks, but they always. They have always been friendly and overly helpful to all my bazillion questions before each purchase. What I like is that the owner, David, is interested and knowledgable in each product and what it can provide. His staff are always friendly and helpful, even when I've kept them past closing. I can only hope they are always there for my future needs. read more

Tired of shopping in the internet buying audio you can't hear or know what your getting? Yea I was too. So I drove to SLO and met David. He really spent a lot time getting to know what I was looking for in a stereo for my truck. We listened to a lot of different components and I'll admit I upgraded higher than I expected but his knowledge of how things sound and the quality was much appreciated. I installed all the equipment and came back to get it all tuned up. Can't say enough about how good it sounds. No distortion at any level. The whole experience was so impressive and I can't recommend Lombards enough. Do yourself a favor, don't mess around on the internet. Just go to Lombards. read more

I called Lombard stereo this morning, and I live in Bradley, the website looked pretty good. I wanted make a drive and talk to a technician before I travel to distance. The sky name, Angel, I think, got on the phone 20 years experience. I told him I have a 1998 jaguar XJ8L and I wanted to know how much it would be to upgrade the speakers and put an amplifier, he said that he doesn't know what kind of speakers go on that car because every car is different so I said I have a 1998 jaguar XJHL and he said he didn't know what package goes in the car he had an attitude, yes after 20 years, you don't know which of the three according to your words packages are in this car you should retire. I was going to drive down there and speak to him in person but I was only willing to go that far to spend money. Good job angel, in 20 years. You never learn customer service. You have my number Saturday morning at 9:30. My cell number if you want you can call me back and I can go down there and talk to you in person. read more