I first learned how to read and play music at the owners other store in Lyons. I took trumpet and…read moreguitar back then. The owner of the place is a great teacher, and doesn't let you get away with making excuses. The philosophy of the place is that they want you to learn how to play music, rather than just play a bunch of songs. The place is focused on lessons, so it isn't a guitar store that gives lessons on the side. I moved out of state for a while. When I moved back, the first call I made was to continue my lessons here. Now I'm back to my trumpet and guitar, plus I've started piano. I started back basically where I left off, and I think I sound great. My musical knowledge is improving every week. It's only a matter of time now before I hit the big time!

I am just leaving modern music and have to share my experience. I walked in and was immediately…read moregreeted by Zach. He asked how he could help me and I explained I had an older trumpet to sell. Zach called William over and William gave it a good inspection, call for second opinion and came back with a very fair offer. I am happy to be able to get a little bit of money for it and that someone else will have a chance to play it. I think it's a win for all. I would highly recommend modern music as I think they are a very reputable and honest business.

I dropped off some guitars for repair. I thought it was odd they didn't show me their work in the…read morestore like most places do, but when I got home, I realized why. One of the guitars needed a jack repaired with a nut that had to be constantly tightened. I got back a guitar in the same state, only they had put a washer in there that didn't solve the problem at all. Not sure how one would conclude that fixed the problem. Then another guitar needed a set up. The action was crazy high and so I went to the manufacturer's setup specs, and realized they didn't follow it at all: there wasn't enough relief, the saddle heights were crazy high, and the nut had not been properly cut/adjusted. There's a certain amount of subjectivity to setups, but this is the worst one I have received in some 30 years. I did a better job on my own. Would not go there again.

I was greeted when I walked through the door with my guitar. Attentive employees interested as I…read morecame wanted to take a look at the guitar. I explained that I needed new guitar strings (I hadn't changed them in a while ) A gentleman assisted me in choosing the best strings for this guitar. I left my guitar with them for a few hours ...I When I came back, I was happy to see it cleaned up and winew strings on it for me.

Yesterday, I went to Guitar Center to sell back some products that were still basically brand new…read moreand had only been used once. I understood that I was already past the return deadline and would only receive about 60% back through their buyback program, which I was willing to accept. However, the experience became extremely frustrating due to how I was treated by staff. I drove 40 minutes to the store yesterday only to be turned away because I didn't have my ID with me. So today, I made another 40-minute drive to try again, only to be turned away a second time because I arrived three minutes after the start of their "closing procedures." I was then told they are not allowed to process buybacks within an hour of closing, despite the store still being open. After spending nearly 2 hours and 40 minutes driving back and forth between both trips, all I walked away with was disappointment and frustration. The lack of communication, consistency, and customer service was extremely disappointing. Because of this experience, I will no longer be shopping at or doing business with Guitar Center. May I remind you gas is at $5 a fucking gallon.

The owners know what they are doing and bend over backward to help out. They want people to succeed…read morein the lessons.

DO NOT take your guitar here for any service. I took in my Martin OM-21 to have the binding…read morere-glued and they absolutely butchtered the guitar. There was a 2" x 4" section on the back where they peeled off the gloss finish, there is glue smeared all over the side of the guitar along the waist area, and there are multiple scratches and dings on the body and neck. Worse yet, their response was simply "We've never had this happen before". It was just a stunning lack of workmanship on a high end acoustic.

Great location with excellent customer service! Aurora and Nancy were incredibly accommodating and…read moreeasy to work with. They made the process very easy and stress-free, and I appreciated the fair dealings throughout. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a smooth and pleasant experience.

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This place is definitely worth the hype! Their customer service and repair is super fast and…read moreaffordable! The shop has an amazing selection of guitars and rare collections. Lastly their vast knowledge really helps you feel comfortable about your decision if you choose to buy.

the very best guitar shop I have ever dealt with ! and I've been around and had many other places…read moreto compare to. Paul and his people are superb. I couldn't be happier. honest people with fair prices and perfect service. you can't say more than that. Susan from Prescott Az

Veteran's Day, I'm playing Taps in 45 minutes at a nearby cemetery. Very special veteran, built…read moreair strips on embattled Pacific Islands during World War II as a SeeBee, lived a century and passed away last year. I grabbed my cornet WITHOUT valve oil in my case. I HAVE to apply valve oil before I play, it's a thing. I only find out I have no valve oil when I arrive, but thanks to YELP I find a music store that's only 12 minutes away. Thank you YELP. As I'm hopping out of the car and walking to the front entrance, I open up YELP to check in and notice it doesn't open for 10 minutes. A second horrified surprise, but as I'm standing in front of the locked door the owner walked up on the other side and opened up early for me. Quickly, well sort of quickly, sold me a bottle of Al Cass valve oil (it's one of the better brands) for a reasonable price and I was able to properly honor a special vet at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.

I absolutely love Uncle Jon's. Jon Sr. I believe is the man that has worked on a few on my guitars…read more His work is exceptional and price friendly! He has fixed my Fender Strat when I thought it was beyond repair, he tuned up my PRS, and he completely hooked up my Ollandac. I had the Ollandoc custom made and when it arrived it needed lots of work. He adjusted the nut, straighten the neck, installed new Duncan 59 pickups on both the neck and bridge. The pick ups were a bit tricky because they are the 4 conductor model that needed to be wired up for straight humbucker, split coil, and parallel switching. UJM is the only place I trust to touch my babies and she sounds amazing now! The work is done fast, correct, cost effective, and you can tell they take pride in their work. Love the fact that they don't try to up sell you and they give great advise. Give the small guys a chance and stay away from big shop retailers that only care about $$$$. The staff if friendly and fun to talk too, UJM has a customer for life and I recommend them to anyone I talk too! Well done UJM!

It's been ages since I've been to a Guitar Center. They honestly have a plethora of pretty…read moreaffordable guitars and ukuleles that I was checking out as a hobby that I wanted to pick up on. Staff here was really helpful and friendly. Cool amplifiers too, always plenty of parking and worth checking out as long as you're not playing "Stairway to Heavan"

This guitar center is very good, the employees helped me out with a situation I had from a guitar I…read morepurchased elsewhere;they offered help and even reached out to corporate for me

I highly recommend Second Wind Music for your instrument. He took the time to polish, clean, pad…read moreand cork my wooden clarinet. My clarinet is in tune and sounds superb. When I had questions, he was quick to respond and had excellent communication during the process. I am grateful for Second Wind Music. I trust this business 100%.

From the owner: Second Wind Music specializes in restoring vintage band instruments, bringing them back to playing…read morecondition. General repair services for woodwind and brass instruments is available, as well as refurbished instrument sales, piano tuning services, and music performance.

Brought my guitar here for a pickup replacement when I was still living in the Chicagoland area. I…read morecame back to pick up my guitar after a few days and I noticed that my guitar had several scratches on the body and even the replacement pickup had a deep scratch on it. This shop and their tech just shows that they don't care about your gear and will not take care of it. Avoid and bring your instrument to a more reputable place who will take care of your prized instrument. BTW, the repairman's name is Sam.

Great shop! My teenage son has been taking lessons here for the past couple years and the teachers…read morehave done an excellent job with his lessons. Even during COVID, he hasn't missed a beat, switching to virtual lessons. His teacher, Adam, is an amazing musician and instructor and Sam, the guitar tech has done excellent work on his guitars. Hix is more than a music shop, they provide opportunities for student musicians to play live at events they sponsor at local clubs and through their Rock School programs. Their events gave my son the confidence to sing and play in front of audiences and he now does it on his own. I would give Hix even more stars if I could. Highly recommended.