rob is the best tech in the Twin Cities and his service and quality of the work He does his second to none within the state. The store is filled with knowledgeable people and excellent gear both used new. read more

Awesome guitar shop has a variety of guitars and stuff. Good place to go if you're a metal head etc.

This Guitar shop is top-notch. Billy (one of the owners) is a good guy to talk to. He really knows his stuff. he also hires knowledgeable staff. They have decent prices on used gear and new gear as well. They are a BC Rich dealer, that is the brand that my son really likes. I have special ordered some parts and also a ESP LTD bass from them that my son also plays until his fingers bleed. The staff here seems to try to help you any way they can and the prices are fair. If you or your kids are into music, then you have to check this place out!! Say Hi to Billy for me! LOL read more

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The other day when I was out about, I was wondering who still carried "Jackson" brand guitars so I did like everyone does "Googled" it. I found this place down town St. Paul. I was familiar with them as I see their bumper stickers everywhere. I also found they carried "ESP" brand guitars. The sales guy who helped me was Brad, great guy there to answer questions, yet not pushy or hovering like some of the "BigBox" shops I now stay away from. Oh yea they carry "Vox" amps too another one of my favorites. Tell em the ZERO sent ya. read more

Capitol Guitars - Jackson & ESP Guitars - Guitar Stores Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Great store. Great employees. Great prices. Billy and Eric are running a fantastic business. If you are looking for serious electric and acoustic gear, this is your place. Much more welcoming than the big chain music stores. It's a more personal shopping experience. This is something we need more of in the twin cities. I miss all the mom and pop guitar shops of yesterday. These guys are definitely keeping that alive. read more

Capitol Guitars was opened in 2004 by a couple of members of a local sci-fi punk band (don't ask me what that means) called Invasion Earth. Explains the Star Wars memorabilia floating around the place. The tag line for the store is, "By musicians, for musicians," and it is staffed with gigging musicians. Capitol Guitars has a large selection of guitars and basses, most of which is high end gear. Based on a conversation with an owner, and input from my bro, they seem to specialize in instruments designed for heavier music. Although they have a guitar to fit everyone's needs, most looked like they should be strapped to a long-haired metal thrashing head-banger. Capitol Guitars also carries some rarer instruments, like a double bass and 8 string guitars. They also carry all the amps, heads, and other accessories you will need. One great aspect of Capitol Guitars is their willingness to help you find exactly what you want. A motto theirs is, "If we don't have it, we'll find it." Unlike big, impersonal stores that will simply refer you to their website, the guys at Capitol Guitars will do the leg work and help you locate that rare bass or guitar you've always wanted. Truly, this place is a musician's guitar shop. You will not find an all-in-one guitar starter kit here (although I am sure they would order one for you). What you will find is a staff that knows their stuff, a good selection of quality instruments and accessories, and a Boba Fett helmet. read more

One of the best shops in the state. No question about it! Got my first electric guitar here and the service couldn't be better! Got some wiring fixed for free and they couldn't be kinder. Couldn't recommend it more! read more

Trust me, walk in and buy a $10 cable and you will get treated like you are buying a $3000 guitar. I have a couple examples, but will share my most recent. 1. They had a flash sale for the holidays. 2. Sale price applied to a pedal that you NEVER see below list (and above list on ebay). 3. I asked about the limited edition white. They didn't have one, but called the maker to get one in for me... at the sale price. Giving someone a sale price on an item that flies off the shelves, and is not in their current inventory is unheard of!!!! 4. AND AND AND... get this, Taylor told me he would call me the next day to confirm.. and you know what... he called me... also unheard of these days!!!! I have ZERO affiliation with them other than being an occasional customer. Capitol has earned my business. I might not spend a ton, and i dont play a Jackson, but when i need something, they will be my first call. Do yourself a favor... walk in, buy a cheap cable, and see if it doesn't become your go-to store. read more

Quickly has become one of my favorite music stores in the cities. I live close by and stop in often. Found the staff to be friendly and super knowledgable with my tech questions. read more

What a great place! I had to rent a couple of guitars to play at a wedding, since we were traveling from Atlanta. Found these guys online. Wanted to be absolutely sure things went without a hitch, so I started talking with them early and often over a several-month period. Probably bugged Eric to death, but he never indicated he minded and always responded. The whole process was just perfect, and I appreciate how Eric and Billy both worked with me. The shop itself - well, if I was a native, I might have to go in every weekend and just drool over the goodies. A fantastic selection and the prices seemed quite reasonable. Customer service sells me the most, though, and given this experience, that would pull me back every time. Don't move the store to Atlanta, guys. I don't think I could stay away - and then I'd go broke. read more

Awesome store Awesome people, great job on the upgrades with my guitar !!!! The amp tech they use is incredible, both my guitar and amp sound better than ever, Eric and Billy and Tom and Matt Rock!! read more

Great place for selection, price and customer service. l went in looking for a small watt Mesa Combo but they did not have one in stock. They said they would call me when they did. AND THEY DID!!! The kept it in the box for me to try out before anyone else and because of my schedule I couldn't get in for two weeks. Once I got there I played the amp. (Incredible tone and versatility). I was sold. I asked for a discount which they said they would give me if I had cash (which I get because of credit card fees). Great price but I wouldn't have the cash for two weeks. Honestly I was planning on coming back. But rather than having me deal with that hassle they said they would let me put it on a card then. So I bought the amp. Short story long, great knowledge staff that is ready to give you a great deal. I'll be back!!! read more

This is a really great shop. Excellent integrity, went out of their way to help me with a faulty pickup when they didn't have to. I would buy again from Capitol guitars with no reservations. Cheers!! read more

I am one of Billy and Eric's first loyal customers... I noticed this little storefront down on St.Peter St. one day as I was driving by in my cab... I thought to myself, "Hey they have guitars in there... " As a long time player, I was looking for a smaller shop because I couldn't stand the "big box stores" (I won't mention the name but the initials are GC)... I stopped in one day and Billy and Eric treated me like I was a seasoned rock star... Several weeks later I bought a Traben bass from them which I still have and they have done a lot of work on since... I have bought several guitars and amps from them and if they didn't have it in stock or didn't carry that brand, they would always steer me in the right direction or place an order... My nephew even worked part time for them for a while... They have modified or repaired just about every guitar I own... If you are a player, pro or just fooling around in the garage, go see Billy and Eric and the gang at Capitol Guitars... You won't be disappointed... Great guys, great shop... read more

i love this store top notch equipment,and customer service, i have bought a ton of guitars from them and greatamps like my black star. they are the best. read more