Tim was the absolute nicest, most informative, welcoming retail worker I've encountered in recent…read morememory. He answered our novice guitar questions, and then just kept going. Showed me how to adjust string height, then proceeded to explain and demonstrate the different effects from different picks for my daughter. 5/5 stars, this place is great. From here on out, anything guitar-related we get here.

Bought 12ax7 pre amp tubes from them, it blew out after a day, I called and explained that they…read moresold me a dud and they acted as if my amp was the problem lol after haggling back and forth and getting them to replace it, low and behold 2 days later it blew out! So they refused to make it right, I went to eurotubes and bought another 12ax7 and over a month later IT STILL WORKS! So I wouldn't recommend buying 12ax7 tubes from them, they buy the cheap low tested ones and then resale them. I looked into it myself from who they buy directly from.

Very helpful, great work. Cool guitars and amps. Will be back for sure. Thanks so much!read more

Staff is friendly and helpful Good selection and prices Definitely my go-to place for…read moreinstruments and service

Really inviting and welcoming…read more Each employee has a different perspective so know what you are looking for There are plenty of instruments looking for homes I was looking for a guitar and found a decent one for a hundred dollars It's a very respectable store in my humble opinion

Small, intimate venue for great music. There's a bar with limited bottled beers, cider and soft…read moredrinks. Small bar-nuts kind of snacks are available for purchase but no other "food"; however you are welcome to bring in your own snacks/food (and you can have food delivered there too!) The artists booked here are good quality, there's a sound guy (to be sure you have a good sound experience), and the sound actually IS good.

This is a really great store. I ordered a used guitar and wanted to make sure it had a case. The…read moresales associate Sybil made it a point to take my number and call me back to check in. She was also personable and seemed to really care about getting an instrument into my hands. Bravo!

Couldn't find a single human to check me out and then when someone was finally at the counter to…read morehelp me he walked away and started stocking shelves. This place sucks.

I was VERY impressed with my visit to Centaur Guitar! Selection is HUGE (much larger than one…read morewould expect when looking at it from the outside), the staff is EXTREMELY knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly, and prices are LOW. They carry a huge variety of electric guitars, acoustic guitars, amplifiers, and accessories. They also offer setup and repair services. They sell both new and used items. Their used items were unanimously in extremely great condition, and did not appear to be used. A few things to note if you visit: *There is a small, private parking lot *The entrance on the building that is on the same side of the gate as the parking lot is not actually for Centaur Guitar, it is for an amplifier repair service that shares the building. *The entrance for Centaur Guitar is on the street side of the building, past the parking lot gate. *To enter, one must ring the doorbell, and an employee will open the door to let you in *There are no centaurs available for sale

What a great place! I start my guitar class tonight and I completely spaced on procuring a guitar…read moreuntil today. I forgot the name of the kind person who helped me. They took the time to go over several guitars with me so that I walked out with something that was usable, nice sounding and not intimidating. I can't wait to use my new guitar tonight.

I'm a guitar newbie, and from another music store, bought the wrong guitar. It was pretty, but…read moreheavy with steel strings. Richard (at Division location) was very helpful and listened to my needs. It was such a treat to look around at all the beautiful guitars in every price range. Richard had great tips how to learn to play quickly and you will need to meet him for the skinny as he has played over 40 years. I bought a beautiful guitar that I can play with my sensitive fingers. They have a 10 day return policy and 30 day exchange which is very fair. Richard also suggested I bring my other guitar in for a professional to look over and restring with 'silk' strings. Great education on the variance of string manufacturers, not all are the same size. Richard has a wealth of guitar knowledge. I recommend a visit no matter what the distance is for you.

This is the only music store I shop at, and I have been a music teacher for 5 years. Their customer…read moreservice goes above and beyond, they order your items if they are not in stock, and they are the coolest and kindest people you will ever meet! I cannot recommend them enough

Overall great experience - no pressure - and left with what I was hoping for!…read more I called ahead of time searching for a new acoustic Stratocaster and had a great experience. I own a traditional, American made solid body Strat that I've enjoyed playing for years, plus an amazing acoustic Martin guitar that I love playing unplugged. But I wanted something more versatile I could take with me to jam bands and sound like a solid body guitar when I wanted, but also a true acoustic when I wanted. Called around and Portland Music Company had what I was looking for. We may the trip in from McMinnville. The salesman (or manager?) remembered me from the phone call and had several choices set aside and acoustic amps set up. He helped me home in on what I wanted and added no pressure to purchase. I played several different acoustic Strats on several different amps for the better part of an hour. The salesman was super helpful answering all of my questions. I decided to go for it and still love this guitar today, more than a year later. (I wrote most of this review right after I purchased, but the review got stuck in draft status, so I'm just now posting).

Interesting that these clowns advertise both online and even on the door that they buy, trade or…read moreconsign musical instruments. Last week I took two mid-level guitars in to do consignment. I've never been so insulted. These clowns must have assumed they were stolen. "Where'd you get them? Why are you selling?..." Hey pal, I have multiple instruments and these were two I almost never play (as if it's any of their business). They claimed there were problems with both and weren't interested. Now, I have done business with them multiple times, but they can kiss this customer goodbye! I'm not a thief, but these guys are jerks. To prove these were from my personal collection, I've included a picture of my remaining guitars. I ended up gifting the guitars to my niece.

This shop is incredible!! The staff was very nice, knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about…read morehelping me find the right gear without feeling pressure to buy at all. They have an excellent selection of guitars, amps, and accessories. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend checking them out!

Looking for guitar specialists? Thunder Road is your place. They have a selection ranging from…read morerelatively inexpensive to "to die for" models. The best part is their service--these guys love guitars. They own them, play them, know them, and they will expertly guide you to the instrument best suited to your level of playing, size, and budget. Will, the owner, recently helped me with an issue I had with a Martin acoustic, and I walked away completely satisfied. It was a "win-win" solution. Great place for guitar aficionados as well as beginners who need guidance on finding the guitar of their dreams

This place is awesome! I spent a long weekend in Portland with my 10yo and we spent 3 days here…read moretesting out everything they have on display. All the employees were so knowledgeable and kind. They encouraged him to test out everything and enthusiastically shared their knowledge with us. Plus they have a couch so there's somewhere comfortable to hang out if your shopping buddy decides to spend hours here.

Great sales around the holidays. The 10% really helps! My favorite modular store in the US.read more

Great staff that genuinely cares. Kids demonstrate growth that you can really see and experience…read morefrom one show to another, all while building friendships and connections that will last far beyond the walls of the school.

Went to our kid's School of Rock concert at Hawthorne Theatre and honestly it was one of those…read moreparenting moments you do not forget. Seeing your child walk onto a real stage, under real lights, with a full band and an audience cheering them on hits you right in the heart. This was not just kids playing songs. It was confidence. Growth. Courage. You could see how much work they put in and how supported they felt by their instructors and by each other. Watching them perform, handle the crowd, recover from little mistakes, and finish strong was incredibly moving as a parent. School of Rock is a truly great program. It teaches music, but more than that it teaches teamwork, discipline, and how to show up when it matters. You can tell these kids are learning life skills along with guitar riffs and drum fills. Hawthorne Theatre was the perfect venue for this experience. It feels real and authentic, not polished or sterile. Being close to the stage made everything feel personal and immersive. The sound was solid, the flow of the event was smooth, and the whole space felt welcoming to families while still giving the kids a true concert experience. There is something powerful about watching your child perform in a real venue and realizing how much they have grown. We left feeling proud, emotional, and grateful for programs like this that give kids a place to shine. Highly recommend School of Rock and Hawthorne Theatre. This was more than a concert. It was a memory we will carry for a long time.