I recently purchased 3 guitars from Empire and I found that the service and advice were excellent…read more I've played semi- professionally for many years and have had quite a few guitar buying experiences. This was a positive one. I live on the West Coast and they were kind enough to help with fast shipping to reduce travel time. One of the guitars had a small problem but Joe was responsive to the issue and fortunately it was minor and resolved quickly. I recommend Empire - they have a great selection, as another positive point.

What are the best selections really around? Great acoustic rooms. Just a beautiful shop.read more

Jim Germann has got to be the best on the east coast in woodwind repair. I brought my clarinet to…read morefour different shops in 3 different states, and apparently no one could fix it -Each time, it came back with the same problems. Jim looked it over and figured out the problem in a couple of minutes. I had my horn back the same day, better than new and with a price tag half of what I paid the other hacks. I'm never trusting my instruments to anyone else! Don't be fooled by the horrible website. If you play a woodwind instrument, you have to take it to Jim Germann.

I kept getting charged after returning a rental. They didn't even bother to tell me that a piece of…read morethe instrument was missing or, that it had not been marked as unreturned. Turns out, it was not missing. They just never said anything. Worse, they didn't even say why or take any accountability. That was the most maddening part. I do not recommend this place.

Great environment! Just wished they taught more shit and not let us all goof around... Dammit! the…read moreSchool of Rock is a fucking movie. Do some music theory and realy get to know your instrament and not spend all day rehersing Stairway to Hevan... (More like Stairway to Hell!!!)

Great environment! The School of Rock feels like a safe outlet for my kids' self expression and…read morecreativity. They also offer lots of options and work with each family on scheduling- flexible program that leaves room to grow as your kid's musical ability grows. I'm a fan!

I've been looking for a Tagima XB-1. Found one online, and ordered it. It would ship from…read moreWalmart. On the day it was supposed to be delivered, I recevied a message that "Your shipment has been delayed." There was a UPS label printed for it, but after investigation I was told that it was "lost in the mail." I requested a refund and received it, and then the recommendation was I talk with a Tagima dealer. I knew there was a local one - The Guitar Shop in the Brentwood-Whitehall shopping center. Cool store...but didn't have the effect I've been looking for (since the pedal is made in Italy) and the only 6 string bass they ever had was a used Beardly (made by Rick Link)...but was a fretless. I was in the neighborhood this past Tuesday and decided to stop by. I found a parking space, and walking up to the door, I found the windows covered in brown paper with "For Rent" along with a phone number printed on them. It's pretty sad that little places like this can't exist anymore while Guitar Centers keep on selling walls of guitars that have rusted strings and warped necks.

From the owner: Locally focused, curating some of the best local builders and artists from the community, as well…read moreas national and international brands that you can only find online.

An incredible selection of guitar electronics, pedals, high-end boutique guitars. I think they may…read moreeven have some cheap ones somewhere, probably under the counter, but what a great shop not as good as Chicago Music Exchange or Sweetwater but for Pittsburgh it's pretty cool.

I can't put down the J 200 that I got there a few weeks ago. My other guitars are getting jealous…read more It's so nice I want to buy it a ring! Don't tell my wife.

It really is kind of a lousy name for a fabulous store like I'm thinking puff and stuff or…read moresomething. Do you remember that show but this guitar store rocks and rolls and is definitely worth your time and a visit if you're in town they have so many good things at their store.

My son is a musician and he acted like he walked into heaven. If you need anything they have it or…read morecan get it for you. If you kids are interested take them here - they can try stuff and get a taste for the cool rock and roll - and they have a second hand section for those who don't want to spend a lot but get quality.

This is a hidden gem in the MonValley. They have anything you're looking for musically. They also…read moreoffer lessons. They also let you make payments with a down payment and their prices are very reasonable. They have everything from guitars, strings, ukuleles, amps, straps, wires, everything. And if they don't have it, they'll try to get it in for you. The owners are also some of the nicest people we've met! Love this place, can't say enough nice things about it!!

Great little place filled with music enthusiasts, wonderful owners, music teachers, and of course,…read moreanything music-related. I would recommend that anyone pay a visit to this place.

I had an issue with the customer service. When I brought it to managements attention, they took…read morecare of the issue. I am completely satisfied and would recommend them.

I come in to Johnstonbaugh's for all of my instruments accessories as well as for the repair work…read more The friendly front staff make the experience fun and interesting every time I come in, and the repair staff are great! Highly recommend for your band instument needs!

Julie Baker is my daughter's tutor and she is wonderful. They connected from the onset. She…read morecontinues to provide excellent support and often goes above and beyond in giving her extra work and help on particular subjects. I have even contacted her and spoke to her personally about some of my concerns with my daughter and she offered good solutions all while keeping me in a positive state of mind. I appreciate her more than she knows and I wanted to share that with you. You have an excellent employee! Thank you, Lynn Upton

I'm changing my review. They reached out to me and resolved the issue. Which I would have given…read morethem a good review because the tutor was good. Onboarding was fine. Mostly a smooth experience until the end but resolved which is a big effort on their part.