This place is a score. Competitive prices and extremely helpful owners/staff. The gentlemen who…read morehelped me were kind and patient as I selected a piano/keyboard. Extremely well-informed staff. You can't Amazon that. Highly recommended.

My 95 year old father, retired prof of music, came to live with us in Shoreline, so we wandered…read moreinto Prosser Piano to see what our options were for getting a piano for him. Bob, Nathan and other staff were WONDERFUL.... kind and respectful to Dad, knowledgeable, patient, and provided us with a terrific second hand piano that is a joy to listen to. We are thrilled. It couldn't have been a better experience.

Nicest people, and extremely helpful. Had bought a keyboard with some minor volume issues and they…read moretook it in to fix no questions asked. Took the time to even fix minor cosmetic issues free or charge. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for great instruments and great insight.

Great shop built from the remnants of another great shop. These guys have more stock coming in all…read morethe time and they're super helpful. Don't forget to check out the drum room in the back.

I really like this unique concept of turntables and outdoor gear. It's a really good idea and I…read morealways see customers in the store. Finding quality turntables in Seattle is hard. Even many record stores don't seem to carry them as much unless you go to Seattle records or inner vision. Spencer, the owner has a niche on the market. It used to be that the Dearborn Goodwill, some pawn shops that weren't sketch, and various record shops had some lp120's or technique 1200's. These days I just see cheap Crosley's for sale at Barnes and Noble. The selection of vinyl is good and prices are solid. The expertise is great and it reminds me of Hawthorne Stereo. I love the big selection of outdoor gear also and the prices are good for new and used. I enjoy shopping here and I'm glad it's part of the Lake City community. seem dated and overpriced, goodwill is often junky with quality, Hawthorne is great but can get pricy, the Ave which used to carry a lot of turntables in the early 00's scaled back. I

Spencer runs his business in an ethical manner; how refreshing. What a concept - good communication…read moreand "doing the right thing"... because it's the right thing to do! Offered me a return for a full refund on an item that things didn't work out on...even though "stated policy" on eBay was "no returns". RESPECT

Thunder Road is great shop for guitar service and repair. Had them do a pickup change and setup on…read moreone of our metal axes. They did the job perfectly and quickly for a very fair price. Their guitar, bass and amp selections are extensive, of course. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Excellent Guitar Store! Anthony was exceptional and he went beyond the call of duty to oblige my…read moreevery request. He helped me in purchasing THE guitar I had shopped for a long time! Thunder Riad gets an A+; no worries here!

Anna is an excellent bass teacher! I've been going to her for a little over a year now and I've…read morelearned so much. She teaches using several different methods and caters to each student as an individual. She is kind and patient. She can also help with accountability and reminders to keep practicing, in order to get better! She also has an excellent selection of basses for rental and purchase, as well as accessories. Her prices are reasonable and buying from her supports a small local business.

Played Bass in musicals, jazz bands and orchestras from 4th Grade until I graduated college...ten…read moreyears later i'm back and playing again thanks to The Bass Church. Since I've started taking lessons on the bass, i am re-teaching myself the piano, guitar and banjo again. My first lesson on the bass was a bit awkward...I had to remember how to hold the bow and how to use proper arco tech...my years of practice are coming back quickly. Coaching is positive and enthusiastic...I wish I would have had opportunity to come here coming up through high school. The bass instruction is top shelf. The Bass Church is your one-stop shop for a great bass rental and even better lessons.

Guitar lessons with Dan were my weekly retreat from a hectic workweek. Dan is super patient with…read moreyou every step of the way. Somehow he manages to urge you to practice (something I have trouble with) without being naggy or making you feel guilty. He listens to your concerns and musical tastes and incorporates them into each lesson. He lets you pick the genre and even songs that you'd like to play. His classical training means that you get experience in sight reading music and musical theory. I'm a bit of weird bird that I like blues and punk rock. He taught me the basics in both so I can have a great time just jamming out with him or with some of my talented friends. Overall, if you're looking to invest some money in lessons, Dan is the place to go.

Dan is great. Young guy, super fun and super talented. He explains things very clearly and never…read moregets frustrated. I'd gladly recommend him to anyone out there looking to learn how to play from the ground up. I've been taking weekly lessons now with Dan for about 3 months and can already see some real results. Pat

I needed to rent an upright bass for a music video shoot with my band in Seattle. I live in San…read moreFrancisco so all communication was done online and over the phone. The sign-up process was super easy, and every staff member I talked to was extremely friendly and helpful. I explained what I was going for, and they were able to pick out a bass that suited my needs perfectly. With this being a short-term rental (3 days), the pick-up and drop-off process was very easy and convenient. Thank you Hammond Ashley for the beautiful instrument! Besides looking great on camera, it sounded amazing and was a dream to play. Highly recommend if you need to rent a classical instrument!

Worth the drive to Issaquah for string instrument rentals! Hammond Ashley has been around for…read moreawhile and while they carry a full range of stringed instruments, they do particularly well with cello and string bass. As a cellist, I appreciate the focus an when I needed a half-sized instrument for my daughter, they had quite a selection. While some stores may carry mass-produced instruments, the ones I tried here were a notch above, and after trying 3 instruments, it was difficult to pick one as all three had good qualities. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the store was spacious and well set up for trying out instruments. Highly recommended!

I had a truly excellent experience with Classic Pianos and recommend them without reservation. I…read morecame in search of a rehearsal piano with very specific requirements: something suitable for a rental situation, capable of silent practice with headphones, yet--above all--an instrument with genuinely good action. As a pianist returning to conservatory-level study after years of gigging, proper action is not a luxury for me; it is the foundation upon which all serious work is built. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the hybrid pianos offered at Classic Pianos. The hammer action is responsive, musical, and deeply satisfying--impressively close to an acoustic experience. While nothing replaces a grand, this instrument is an outstanding solution for a renter needing rigorous daily practice and keeping one's technique in shape. Hui was a pleasure to work with throughout the process: knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely attentive. She made everything easy and stress-free from start to finish. Since the piano arrived, I've been playing far more than I intended--which may be the clearest sign that the right choice was made. Classic Pianos did such a good job that my neighbors may soon need to leave them a review as well.

Are you thinking of buying a piano? If so the best experience I've ever had is at Classic Pianos in…read moreBellevue. the store has a lovely feel to it, the staff is friendly and welcoming and it feels more like a visit to a wonderful world of music and pianos. We met Ben Klinger who has been helping people buy pianos for many years, in fact he authored a book on how to buy pianos. He is knowledgeable and funny and pleasant with never any notes of pressure. He plays guitar, piano, has a great ear both For music and listening to what you are looking for. You can visit as many times as you wish and are always welcomed. Ben will meet You where you are and find the best piano for your budget and needs. As you grow in your musical ability you can upgrade with great terms.