New owners doing set up and repair work. I took my Friedman guitar in recently to have them look at…read morethe the high E saddle because I was breaking strings. I got the guitar back after a $70 set up and it's not breaking strings but it won't stay in tune (has an original factory Floyd, not the lower end model trems) and the high E sounds dull when played open. They took out a spring (not sure why) and i am just disappointed in the work. Considering taking it back, but afraid they will do more damage.

Very helpful and resourceful. Great selection of used and vintage instruments constantly cycling…read morethrough the store.

I couldn't be happier! AXEllence did a topnotch job setting up my Epiphone SG super fast & at an…read moreaffordable price! Sean is meticulous in his craft using quality materials & attention to detail! You can tell he takes immense pride in his work and will get your instrument sounding its best!! I highly recommend you contact him today!!

From the owner: AXEllence is northern Cincinnati’s newest guitar setup and repair business committed to…read moreresurrecting the soul of your instrument. With over 25 years of experience playing, modifying and loving everything about guitars, my goal is to bring your instrument to its peak performance. From meticulous setups and hardware replacements to electronics and delicate fret work, every aspect of your guitar is attended to, ensuring an unparalleled playing experience. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.

I had a 5 star visit at Guitar Center, Johnathen Batten was VERY helpful, knowledgable and ensured…read moremy guitar shopping experience was incredible. I'll highly recommend Guitar Center to all. Johnathen answered all of my questions and made me very comfortable with my purchase decisions. I'll be back!

Went in to buy a wireless guitar system. Asked a punk kid…read morewhere they were. He mumbled something and turned back to playing with a keyboard. I went looking on my own. All staff was in the front, no presence anywhere else in the areas I was looking. My money is going to online ordering from Sweetwater.

This is a great place to frequent for vintage musical equipment and instruments. Great prices…read more(often flexible) and things you won't find anywhere else. Things come and go all the time and there's always something "new" to check out. If you love guitars you need to check it out.

Good prices. Used and vintage gear. Knowledgeable owner. Need more mom and pops like this one in…read moretown.

Getting a guitar restrung on the spot and drooling over their guitars lol. Great shop, something…read morefor all budgets

Just participated in their moving sale!! Got a new ukulele and some band maintenance supplies for a…read morevery good price. Staff was super friendly as always and i can't wait to visit the new store!

I just bought the most incredible 1955 J160e i've ever owned or played. It plays and sounds better…read morethan any other i've ever had.

I've been a repeat customer with Gary over ten years and his extensive inventory of top flight…read moreguitars can't be beat. Gary and I have built a trusting relationship. He is easy to do business with, he is highly professional and he has gone out of his way to advocate for me He listens to what my goals are in planning purchases from his current inventory and his extensive list of contacts in the industry. As of this writing, I've purchased 14 instruments from him. Five Stars all the way. Thanks Gary. As if this writing

New and used instruments of all kinds are aplenty in this traditional bluegrass & country…read moreinstrument retailer. It's been around d for years, and is well-known in the musical community. Strings, cases, gig bags, and other musician supplies can be sourced here, as well as a small but interesting selection of recorded & sheet music. The staff & owners are friendly & knowledgable, and ready to talk a deal!

I've never played a string instrument before but had my heart set on learning the banjo. As a young…read morewoman of color, I was a bit nervous that I wouldn't fit into this store or be taken seriously without over-explaining myself and where I'm from. (Sadly have this experience very frequently where I'm from in bluegrass country.) But as soon as I walked in, I felt like I was in my pawpaw's garage, full of passion projects and home. John said, "If you can't find something... I'm sure I can't either. But holler anyway." All the pictures you'll find on Yelp are pretty much the whole store. You open the house door almost directly in front of the register, and all the merchandise is in the front and along one side. It's tiny but packed. This store has decades of stock and love in it. There are a ton of music books ranging from beginner to pro for all different styles, not just bluegrass. As John recommended, it's great to just flip through the books to see which style of writing and teaching makes the most sense to you. I picked out the cheapest open-back banjo, and John never tried to upsell me. In fact, he told me all the great things about the instrument I'd picked and walked me through the basics of the style I wanted to learn and even other ones in case I changed my mind. (Which I did lol.) This was all without me having to ask, with genuine excitement. He put so much care and attention into making sure the instrument and I were prepared. It's almost a month later, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase and experience. I will definitely be back for more supplies and recommend to anyone else looking for an instrument or supplies. I'm so grateful this is here in Columbus :)