This is a local, mom & pop store and for that reason the service is expedient, personable and…read moreenjoyable. I needed a basic guitar (am just learning) and Dan helped me find the perfect one. I had previously purchased a guitar online and was very disappointed with it. (Duh!!) So, I found this place and what I got by going into their store is Dan's knowledge about the guitar and its maker, and how to care for it. Also I can go in and have them adjust it, when needed, and help me with restringing it when one breaks. I now have two guitars, but the one I bought from Grand Central Music & Conservatory (An Alvarez) sounds sooo AMAZING and the price point was very similar to the one i bought online. very reasonable! I am so happy I found them! Thank you Dan & Cathy.

I rented a PA system for an event that was held in Pismo Beach at Holiday RV Park and the equipment…read moreworked perfectly and the process was seamless and smooth. The employees that helped me did a fine job and were lovely to deal with. This was my 2nd time renting a system and I was completely satisfied! I will be returning soon!

Michael is a very wonderful music teacher. He is patient and so incredibly encouraging to this…read morestudent. As an older person I felt hesitant about taking on a new endeavor. However my love for music moved me to search for the right individual to help me achieve my dream. Michael's musical abilities coupled with his career experience has inspired me to commit to learning to read and learn more about music. Recently I heard Michael's band play at a local venue. I can say he's not only a great instructor but an amazing musician, singer and member of a very fun listening band. Great to dance to as well. I highly recommend him as an instructor and musician. A very solid human!

We were going to be living in Grover beach for the summer and my son just got some electric drums…read morefor his bday. We were thrilled to have private lesson by Michael all summer long. My son really connected with him and his teaching style was a perfect match. We are even going to start some remote lesson. Thanks again Michael and I'd definitely recommend anyone looking for lessons of any instrument he teaches.

Tevelde is truly a wonderful and accepting place. I am a student at their school and have had three…read moredifferent teachers, all of which I absolutely adore. They are all just extraordinary teachers and when you walk in, you already feel safe and happy. The vibe is just all around great. Miss Bonnie Tevelde is the owner and gets really excited if you're excited to learn. She often gets into many different aspects of music and will almost definitely have sheet music on hand of your favorite song. She is all over the place, but somehow seems to keep it managed in an orderly fashion. She is such a great teacher and incredible owner. Miss Sierra Gainer, soon to be Mrs. Sierra Shiver, is such a sweetheart of a teacher. I, personally, have not had her as a teacher, but just the encounters I have had with her before my lessons are amazing because her smile just makes you feel like the place is a little bit warmer. She teaches many instruments, but her specialties from what I've seen are ukulele, piano, and voice. She is so nice and sweet, and she definitely is worth having for a lesson. Or two. Or however many you would like. And finally, Miss Shaira Benitez. She is my current teacher, and let me tell you, she is so good at what she does. She is the one that teaches most of the theory I know, she teaches some piano, and voice. Her voice is so powerful and she is definitely able to teach you that too, as she has taught me. So if you need preparation for that audition you've been so nervous about, she's your woman. Also, she's a huge goofball, so honestly, just be prepared for some pretty bad dad jokes. All in all, this school is definitely the school you would want to attend for music lessons. You may go in thinking "they may not be able to do anything with me, I have such horrible music skills", you'd be wrong because I went in thinking the same thing for my first lesson. As soon as my first lesson was over with, I knew that my time here was going to be great. I've been attending this school for 1 hour a week for about a year and a half now, and honestly, it's just such a great environment. If music is your passion, then this establishment would be your place to express it.

I cannot tell you how much I love this place!!! We are new to the area and my Son was interested in…read moreplaying the drums. I googled music lessons that were around me and the TeVelde Conservatory of Music came up. I went to their website, which is very put together, got to read the bio of it, as well as see each picture of each of the music teachers. We met with Bonnie, the owner. She is EXTREMELY excited about music and is a very "hands on" owner, which I appreciate! Her team of teachers are the creme dela creme, if you ask me. She has your child take a test and based on their personality, they are set up with the corresponding teacher. Michael is my Son's piano and drums teacher and he is just an AWESOME human being. We just love him. My Son looks forward to coming to music!! The prices are quite a bit higher than others, BUT you get what you pay for and this place is WORTH EVERY CENT!!!

I just want to give a huge shoutout to Anthony, the Sales Manager at this store, for taking the…read moretime to help me secure the RCF 905-AS MK3 subwoofer I've been searching for. His customer service was exceptional -- patient, professional, calm, and extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to answer every question thoroughly and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. What stood out the most was that our interaction was completely through Guitar Center's customer service phone line, and even though I live four hours away, he still took the time to truly understand my situation and help me out. That level of care and dedication is rare these days, and it definitely deserves recognition. Huge thanks again, Anthony!

Aaron turned my day around. I got a bad amp and returned it to my local store. Had to find another…read moreand somehow Aaron found the one I was after! He was very helpful, kind and went above

My experience with Music Motive was simply super positive! With an interest in purchasing a new…read moreukulele my expectations were exceeded. The help was casual but attentive. The selection was very adequate to try them out and I walked out with a beautiful baritone w new set of strings, insulated carrying case & e tuner. What a really good experience with Music Motive.

I am on my 3rd lesson with Joe Payne at the Arroyo Grande location and can't say enough about his…read moreenthusiastic teaching style. Not only is he a well-versed teacher, he knows how to motivate his students. I leave the lesson pumped-up and anxious to return. At 72 years old, I may be his oldest student but obviously he doesn't consider age a factor. He seems to think that I am more capable than I do and that is a good thing. And on top of that, Music Motive is a well organized company offering a wide array of lessons at reasonable prices. Highly recommended!

THE BEST! Right before a gig I broke a few strings on my guitar and ran straight to them for the…read morefirst time. The staff was so incredibly sweet and eager to help me. I wish I could've gotten their names. They probably fixed my guitar within 30-45 min and saved my life! Would recommend!

Tired of dealing with trash in Santa Barbara, specifically the weird upper state/uptown Santa…read moreBarbara people (like the sutter hospital case) that think they're above the law. Also dealing with children whose first or second year being employed and or running the store. So this Michael, curly haired man was telling me that they didn't have a book I wanted so I was going to resort to the normal route-buying it on Amazon and getting it shipped to my door the next day. But he insisted that he can get it transferred from another store and it'll be three days tops, he took my info down and said he'll give me a ring after it arrives. And I wanted to support local so I waited the old school way. After two weeks went by I didn't get a call or text so I decided to call them and this lady picks up and said yes they do have it. I came in the store and they didn't have it and he went off angry and screaming at me basically because I'm a dummy - 'like if you don't put a deposit down, you won't get it.' He was saying it all fast paced and clearly very annoyed of me. I mean what are they busy doing? All of the instruments I've touched are all dusty and ragged looking and most are made in china and doubled the price of online. He initially told me I didn't even need to put a deposit and now he's screaming at me and irritated at me and arguing back and forth with a customer. Unprofessional and milks the hourly doing nothing. I hope no one supports this outdated looking and made in china products store. If you want great customer service from all departments for music- go to Santa Maria, Oxnard or Westlake Village for The Guitar Center, they are super professional and they're actually rockstars that will keep you and/or your child inspired.

Juan & staff can help you with your music needs. I take my guitars for maintenance and they do an…read moreexcellent job

I needed a set of strings quick as possible and was hoping to find them in Santa Maria. I checked…read morein Google and found 3 locations, one I remember but I stopped going there because they were mainly teaching lessons and a few music accessories. Then another location but it was mostly music dvds and cds but it didn't give enough information on what they exactly do. But I came across Rangel and it looked like it would have what I need plus more. I got to the store and wow, it was set up pretty nice, I got to play a couple of classical guitars and then found they carried the guitar strings I needed, nice! Sales associates were very good, so glad I was able to find this place, I'll be coming back, in fact all musicians need to find this gem.

Had some work done on two guitars. Eddie is cool and kept in touch as the tech fixed my Ibanez and…read morerefurbished a MIM Strat for me. Guitars came out great. Only thing was it took a couple weeks + to get them done but that's not a big deal for me. He also has some great looking guitars there for sale. Check it out!

Local music store with a mix or new and used equipment, accessories, and drums, beginner electric…read moreguitars and basses, vinyl, and tee shirts. Friendly owner who greets everyone making sure all are acknowledged as they browse. It is challenging to have all that gear in a smaller space. Their location is excellent since they benefit from the foot traffic during farmers markets.