John did a great job on setting up a new 5 string bass I recently acquired. Even had it done the…read moresame day! Very reasonable price as well.

Great costumer service and a great collection of guitar gear, came in and bought a used 2x12 after…read moretesting it out and it sounds fantastic. Thank you so much!!

You can't go wrong if you want music related stuff. Bookmark Music will fill the need. There is…read moresheet music galore. Music related collectibles, gifts and other nic-naks. Marcia and her team of expert musicphiles will steer you into the right direction. And if it is something that you need specially (music for that next choral concert of chamber music gig, Marcia will order it up for you. Hot off the grill. You can get anything you want at Marcia's Bookmark Music (except Marcia!). Thank you Arlie G

We're so lucky in PG to have this wonderful music store! They recommended my kid's violin teacher…read moreand we buy all our music books there. Very reasonable prices, great selection, and incredibly kind and knowledgeable staff. My child plays the flute and the violin and we've been very fortunate to have this place so close by; they also generously support local music studios putting on recitals and give the kids gift certificates for participating. We are lucky to have them.

You know that feeling of walking into a store not knowing what to expect only to have your jaw…read moredrop? That happened to me today. I thought, "guitar store, huh?" Yeah, guitar store. Nationals, Martins, Guilds, banjos, mandos, some incredibly gorgeous hand-carved thing from Bali... all packed into a compact shop. Then Bernie starts talking and it's like the bookseller who's read every damned book in his store. A luthier with endless knowledge and experience running a guitar store. What a concept. And what a gift for local pickers.

I found this site searching for Fretwork for my 07' Fender Telecaster Ash Deluxe…read more During a consultation appt. I realized Bernie new exactly what was needed besides just a overall setup. Fret crowing & polishing as well as full setup. Of course I occasionally try to make adjustments & occasionally I get it OK. He also made some truss rod neck adjustments & fixed a neck bolt on issues. He knew by the look of my frets where the majority of my playing was on the neck. All I can say Is my Guitar sings better than I have heard it in years!! Highly recommend Carmel Valley Guitar professional service.

Kurt was super helpful finding the best Clarinet reed for our grandson…read more Has an amazing inventory of reeds for all woodwind instruments. And is a very interesting person to boot.

Kurt performed acoustical adjustments on a trumpet for me and made sure I was satisfied with the…read moretransaction.

I used to go here to sell to this pawnshop. And then I felt I was taken advantage of because I…read moreneeded money one time and showed them My mom's Diamond earings that she left me after she died. The owner said these diamonds earrings "don't shine" I'll give you (I forgot if he said 30 or $50) . Total rip off for a $1200 plus pair of earrings. Unfortunately I had to eat and pay for gas. This happened months ago and that's why I never will go back here again And give them the great deals on items I have.

I came to hacienda pawn shop to sell my bracelet 1st time selling had the best experience they…read moremade me the best offer in town. They told me to go look around town and check out other shops to see for a better price so I did and I came back because nobody beat their price in town and I actually went to a different city to see if there is a difference and there wasn't I came back to haciendas because nobody beat there offer love the service come sell your stuff for a good price 100% recommend!!!!

I recently got a quick tour of the new music school that opened up in downtown Monterey. Owner and…read moreInstructor Dennis Murphy, a friendly jack of all trades with an upbeat personality, has transformed this space (formerly People's Mortgage Banc next to Ocean Sushi Deli) into an amazing space including class rooms, a stage with state of the art acoustic panels that are not only great to look at but help with sound control, a recording studio and more. The space is welcoming, comfortable and provides a great atmosphere to grow to your potential in the realm of music. I myself haven't picked up an instrument (clarinet only because I had a crush on the guy playing the French Horn, silly me) since Jr. High School and unfortunately stopped playing the piano in grade school but I am thinking about taking vocal lessons for my own ears sake. Dennis Murphy School of Music offers the following for those ages 7 to Adult: *Private Lessons and Music Clinics *Vocal (glee, choir, gospel) *Band Programs ( rock, jazz, blues, classical) *Recording & Production *Private Instruction for All Instruments Come check it out and he will be hosting a Grand Opening Party very soon! For more information about DMSM you can contact Paula at 831-920-1310or email her at paula@dennismurphy.org

Recently performed at a fundraiser were he was doing the sound for the entertainers…read more He was extremely rude from the beginning, we were just there to perform for the fundraising event, and were very sad that he turned what should have been a great event into a really bad experience!

5 stars for Matt for his stellar impeccable integrity . He has a deep domain in expertise, he is…read moresuper kind and has excellent communication. He explained what i was charged for and that it would be repaired in a timely manner and i could see that he values his profession. He gave me a much lower price than other local cell phone repair shops. I can tell that he genuinely cares about his guests as he treats everyone i a professional manner. I encourage anyone whos looking to fix there broken phone to come here @ 1105 delmonte ave in monterey

My computer stopped working at just the wrong time. I explained the urgency to Monterey Computer…read moreand they were just great. They opened the computer and fixed the problem within an hour. In a world of growing poorer and poorer service, Monterey Computer was just the opposite. By the way , the cost of my repair was more then reasonable. So, thank you Monterey Computer. Highly recommended.

Max was really nice. He fixed a very special necklace that needed a clasp…read more Very nice and professional.

El Dorado jewelry shop has great prices and customer service is good, the staff is attentive to…read morecustomers needs. They carry a variety of chain styles and they even offer custom made pieces if desired. I highly recommend this jewelry shop for first timers.