There's a famous saying, "If there's a will, there's a way." Some of you may think what's the…read moreconnection with this review? Well, I guess if you have the will to find a real good instrument repair shop, there's always a way to find one no matter how far it is. It's definitely worth it once found. There are of course a lot of other repair shops, perhaps some near where you are, but maybe not as good as Gino's. Gino's Instrument Repair Shop is a great find. My fiancé's bass saxophone needed a thorough repair and when we picked it up, it sounded brand new. Gino knows and understands everything about horns and this is a shop to go to. Wouldn't trust no other no matter how far the drive is from where we live, this is our right shop for all horn repairs.

Several years ago, Gino restored my father's wooden flute, which dates from either the 1930's or…read more1940's, so that our daughter could play it as she grew up. He has also taken care of our son's clarinet. Gino is a master craftsman and his knowledge of musical instruments is phenomenal. What other reviewers have said is really true--when you meet with Gino in his workshop you really do feel that you are traveling back in time to when real master crafts people walked the Earth. And on top of that, he is a really nice nice man.

They have the knowledge, They have the experience,…read more They have the instruments, They have what you need to keep your music flowing. They can fix you stuff. They are friendly people. I recommend. Metta john

CLOSED! Unfortunately. Best music store ever for many decades. That's what we all get for buying…read moreAmazon instead of local.

They let me try out a takamine and they were all so polite Seth and Jackson were really helpful…read moredon't have any photos but best experience I've had in a guitar store I would recommend

Last week I took my bass in for a replacement on the jack and picked it up yesterday. My bass looks…read moreand sounds great and Zack and another man with very short blond hair were very friendly and helpful. I generally find music stores have a kind of attitude that is somewhat dismissive and disattached but not Bananas. I take lessons from one of their instructors, Angeline Saris, who is wonderful, I have purchased other items there with informative and friendly help and, now I will continue to bring my basses in for repairs. Thank you Bananas, for being my one stop shop for everything musical.

I brought both of my son's guitars here to be restrung. Amazingly friendly service, which was also…read morequick and affordable. It's always great to find a local business to support, and these folks deserve it. We'll be back for any future instrument needs.

December 30, 2021: I have literally been researching, auditioning and shopping for a digital piano…read moresince September 2020. Most musical instrument retailers have floor samples of the big three: Roland, Yamaha, Casio. All of those I tried didn't satisfy for various and personally important reasons. Mostly like the keyboard didn't feel like an acoustic piano or the simulated piano sounds were too fake electronic. Was motivated to visit as Stanroy is a Kawai digital piano authorized seller which no other local sellers carry. I've been an occasional Stanroy customer since 1973. In the dark distant past I have purchased guitars, amplifiers, percussion instruments, even a few real German made pear wood recorders. But it's been decades since my last purchase. Was always satisfied with the shopping and purchasing process. Today, played the Kawai KDP-120 digital piano. Keyboard action feels like a "real" piano. The sound models are remarkably pleasing. Close your eyes and you'd be hard pressed to hear that it's digital. The construction is solid. Industry reputation for reliability is excellent. MSRP for the piano is $1599. Stanroy price = $1199. Sold! Nice folks. Stanroy is a real musical instrument store in that they sell and service orchestral instruments. Only place in Sonoma County you can buy a trombone, trumpet, piccolo or French horn. All the other shops (which I also love) are basically electric guitar stores with amps, a few synthesizer keyboards , DJ tables, PA systems, one drum set, and the panoply of electronic gizmos for rock n' rollers. Stanroy, it's been too long since my previous visit until today. I promise not to stay away too long again. Highest recommendation.

Top LA session guitarist- Joe Diblasi who played on Pink Floyd's The Wall recorded with Bet Midler…read moreand many others is sending a filming department to do a video shoot of some of my originals In which I'll be performing on guitars Bob Groat did excellent fret jobs etc. on! And I will thereafter continue his excellent repairs and craftsmanship! Thanks again Bob! Toby

So glad I get to do this. Groat is an Honest Man. First of…read moreall. - He can repair any guitar He is busy so Money Talks where emergencies take priority. His Reputation is his Business. I like Groat! He's honest.. And I'm Glad to help folks know about him.

i've been bringing my stringed instruments to Dave for many years. Always dependable, and…read morereasonably priced for all repairs and adjustments. He works on woodwinds and brass instruments too.

From the owner: Specializing in: - Musical Instruments…read more- Musical Instruments-Repair

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Better deals than the other music stores in town. They are always…read morewilling to take time out for any questions, and I often have many!

Pulled my old guitar out of the closet after 20+ years. It needed new strings and an overhaul. Star…read moreGuitars had it back to me in a day as good as new. Friendly, personable, and a great experience.

I can't say enough, good things about Loud and Clear in Cotati. Sarah and all the employees went…read moreabove and beyond, on Christmas Eve for my surprise present search. They were super friendly, honest, helpful. And I found the perfect gift and guitar to give!! Thank you so much! Highly recommend this shop!

They are friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and guitar tech helped me a bunch of times.read more

Widely known as one of if not THE best place to get QUALITY stringed instruments in sonoma. Dont…read morecheap out on a cheap instrument online or somewhere else, when you can come here and do a plan/buy lasting product.

Really knowledgeable and kind people! I love working with them on everything from buying an…read moreinstrument to new strings, re hairing bows etc!