Buyer Beware. It's starts at a reasonable rate for a 10 months rental ($150), then suddenly they…read morestart charging you $50 per month! I should have read the fine print.

very friendly employee, came in to get my gutiar re strung and when I picked it up it was super…read moreshiny too! very nice

Called around for violin bow rehairs. The place nearest me quoted $99 per bow, which was almost…read moreenough for me to just buy a new one. There had to be better. So I called a couple more places and Schmeeds popped up. Much better pricing in line with other quotes I saw online. Friendly guy on the phone so I walked in and, well, there he was. Great to talk with Pete and he said he'd get my bows over to Alex. While I was there, I listened to some instrument practices in the side rooms. Next day, Alex calls me to talk about the bows. Very detailed, concerned, wanted to make sure I was okay with the risk of rehairing a bow with cracks he saw. I appreciated the concern and we cleared things up, but it was nice to talk directly with the person handling my equipment. Fast forward... less time than I thought (2 weeks was stated), and I get the call that it's all done. I pop on over and there we are, two freshly haired bows and more friendly chat. While I was there both times, kids and adults were practicing in the various lesson rooms. What a wonderful local place to spend time and money on music.

Hard to find good local music shops these days. What I love about Schmeeds is, they're actually…read moremusicians - they dig what they do (and in my opinion could actually charge more for some services). Have had two guitars set up, one bass guitar fixed (pick up issue, neck issue) and they're quick and inexpensive. Never been there for lessons but I hear good things about that, too. Check em out!

First timer . Went to this shop recommended by our teacher and it was absolutely awesome . Very…read morefew places in NJ selling good carnatic violins . Mo was very awesome and patient letting us choose our violin. The ambience was just spectacular. It looked like some movie based theme . Well located within a small mall. Parking was ok , but I think it can get crazy on peak times . Violin sounded great . We were given about 10 violins to choose from and took about 30 mins to slowly try each . It was an awesome experience overall. My kid loved his violin . We also got a violin case . It was pricey but we thought it was good for the price . No. Discounts .. wanted to give 4 stars but gave - 5 stars for the customer service and quality of the violins .

Great selection of string instruments at best possible prices. Mo goes out of her way to ensure…read morethat the instrument is the right one for the buyer and is willing to devote as much time as necessary to make that happen. Breathtakingly beautiful sale space

Dan music studio located in west orange, NJ is one of the lovely and friendly music place. The…read moreowner name Joanna. She is very kind and friendly and place look a like small house with warm astmospher. They teach variety of instruments. They teach also to people with disabilities. I highly recommended this place to everyone.

From the owner: Dans Music Studio (DMS) was organized in 2006 by Dan ODea. Upon graduating from Rutgers University,…read moreDans vision was to provide quality music education in vocal and instrumental music to the youth and adults of the community. Educated and living in West Orange, Daniel chose to open his business in his hometown. In November, 2006, he opened the school with one other teacher, serving 16 students each week. As enrollment grew, so did services and staff. Lessons are currently provided in piano, strings, percussion, and band instruments, as well as vocal performance. Group ensemble and rock band are also on our menu of service. Our newly formed Little Theater allows us to give each student an opportunity to learn to perform on stage, in front of an audience. Call us for more information.

Here's the "magic word" SUCKS! Tried to call about a guitar evaluation for an Epiphone guitar…read morebecause they were referred to as Epi authorized service center and I get cocky run around and I didn't say the "magic word?" Can't stand people who hate their jobs.

I have had amplifiers repaired, modified & serviced by Dave since 1994. He has always done a…read moreterrific job for me. Bill has worked a several guitars for me over the years, his work is first rate. Thank you Dave & Bill for everything you have done to help me in my quest for Tone! Most sincerely, Steve Shearin

The folks at Finlay + Gage are just fantastic. Helpful, knowledgable and talented, they're exactly…read morewho you'd want to ask for help if you're in the market for any type of musical instrument or services. From rental violins for your budding Suzuki fiddler and a fun variety of ukuleles to gorgeous vintage guitars for daddy and some rockin' amps to plug into, F+G has a wonderfully curated selection of offerings. What I appreciated most was their honesty in evaluating some repairs on an old Fender acoustic dreadnought whose bridge was beginning to separate from the body. After dropping it off for a couple of days, I returned to hear the bad news of how much it would cost to bring back to a proper playable condition and the genuine assessment of how it wasn't quite worth it. Of course, while I was in there, an immaculate used Epiphone SG caught my eye and lingered in my heart until I took the plunge and splurged on my lifelong guitar desire. Therein also lies the danger of stopping in to browse (at least pre-pandemic): You might fall in love with a finely crafted instrument. But then again, that's a risk I'm willing to take!

I waited to write this review as I wanted to spend some time with my guitars after the setup. I've…read morebeen looking for a guitar tech in the Montclair area for awhile (4 or so years.). I've taken chances on other techs in the area and at times received hatchet jobs literally. I noticed Jason had worked for Mandolin Brothers and that immediately gave me hope. I took a couple of guitars in, but was a little nervous about my '71 telecaster with a bigsby. Man I'm excited I found this place. The guitar intonates amazingly and such a quality setup. All the way up the neck. The guitar feels better than it has in a long time. Finally a place you can trust!

I've purchased two guitars here over the past few years. Both remotely because I live in…read moreCalifornia. Shopped the website then called and had a long discussions with Lou while he did in-hand descriptions of several guitars I considered. I already owned two Peerless brand guitars and know that the high quality to reasonable price ratio for the Korean made guitars is very good. Guitar n' Jazz is probably the highest sales volume dealer of Peerless guitars in the USA. Several other high quality brands also sold. After my purchase via phone call, Lou did a great job in setting up the guitars for maximum playability and putting super premium Thomastik strings on at no higher charge. Shipment time was excellent. Packaging was top notch. Of course Hard shell cases were included. Advice: Always buy a hard shell case when you purchase an instrument remotely that requires handling by Fedex / US Postal service / UPS no matter what the instrument is. I've sadly gotten several instruments over the years from other sellers shipped in double cardboard boxes that were completely destroyed upon arrival. Nobody wants fire place kindling when buying a wooden musical instrument. Even though there are several guitar shops that sell a few vintage jazz instruments within 50 miles of my home, I will always check this shop first when contemplating my next purchase. 5 Stars! Highly recommended.

I purchased a Gibson ES-175 from Guiitars 'n Jazz for a very decent price over the phone without…read morevisiting the shop. Owner Lou is honest, very easy to work with and he wanted to make sure I was happy my choice and with the purchase for all the right reasons. The guitar arrived well-packed an in perfect shape (it was advertised as "excellent" but in my opinion, it was actually closer to mint). There were a couple of issues that I felt should have been taken care of before it was sent out (it happens). Lou agreed and he was quick to make amends. I guess that's why it's a good idea to deal with a serious, long-time, reputable dealer who picks up the phone himself. Not sure what else you could ask for. Many thanks for making the process hassle-free, Lou; I'm seriously digging the guitar : )

Matt brought my guitar and ukelele from "Rustic Grime" to Masterpiece!…read more I brought my 20-year-old Walden Natura D550 and a vintage 1953 ukulele to Matt, and the results are honestly shocking. The '53 uke was in rough shape--old, rustic, and covered in decades of grime. Matt transformed it completely. He finely detailed the body until it was shining like a mantle piece, fixed the tuners, and recommended Nylgut strings that make it sound incredible. It went from a dusty relic to a daily player that I can't put down. For my Walden guitar, Matt performed "wild work." The action was high and the strings were dead, but he used a "cold clamp" technique on the neck and hand-carved a perfect unbleached bone saddle. He even recommended a spectacular cocobolo bridge to match the guitar's aesthetic and tone. Both instruments came back sounding "shockingly fantastic." If you have an instrument that has lost its "soul" or just needs expert engineering to sing again, Matt is the man to see. A true master of his craft and a total professional.

MW Guitar Repair My…read moreGuitar for Repair (Ibanez GB30 2023) Matthew performed a thorough inspection of the Ibanez and explained in detail the work he would be performing. During our conversation I noted that his passion for Guitars was clearly evident. I felt confident that he would bring more musical life to this instrument. Matthew checked fret wear, the string action (and spacing) , the guitar neck, tonality, guitar bridge and stability, string groove, action, tuners, fret buzz, saddle height, intonation, pick up height, stable tuning and much more, He is meticulous and precise. My instrument now has new Life, Vibrancy and now runs on all Musical Cylinders! It is a pleasure to know Matthew and the positive aura that is felt when you are at MW Guitar Repair. You will walk in with a smile and leave with a bigger smile. Thank You friend. I truly appreciate the intense work you perform. Additonally your work is of Heart and Soul, sincerely.. Respectfully Tom E

I can't say enough good things about my experience at The Music Shop, and especially about my…read moreinstructor, Dave Wheeler. I'm a 72-year-old saxophonist who picked up the saxophone for the very first time after retiring from a 40-year career in biochemistry spanning academia and research. So yes, I came in knowing enzymes better than eighth notes. Dave has been an absolute gift. He brings a deep well of music theory knowledge, practical musicianship, and real-world experience to every lesson. More importantly, he has remarkable patience and creativity. He listens carefully, identifies where I'm struggling, and then designs clear, effective strategies that make practice both productive and enjoyable between lessons. What I especially value is that Dave doesn't teach from a script. He adapts to the student in front of him--age, background, learning style, and goals included. Thanks to his guidance, I've made steady progress, gained confidence, and genuinely look forward to practicing and improving. If you're considering lessons at The Music Shop -- whether you're 08 or 78 -- I can't recommend Dave Wheeler highly enough. He's the real deal. -- Michael Van Allen, student https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelavanallen/

I'm sharing my experience to help others make an informed decision…read more I brought in a ~1-year-old student flute (purchased on the West Coast) for what I now know were minor adjustments. At the time, I followed the technician's recommendation for a full COA. When the instrument was returned, it played essentially the same as when I dropped it off. I brought it back a second time. It came back slightly improved, but still not properly adjusted. A few weeks later, I visited an independent flute technician in Brooklyn. He immediately identified the issues, charged nearly half the cost, spent over an hour on the instrument, and fixed it correctly. It has remained in excellent playing condition since. Based on this experience, I would not return here for service or purchase. I would strongly encourage others especially parents of student players to seek a second opinions and verify the quality of work.

Little art studio that covers music, ballet, dance, and other projects. Two "studios" are split by…read morefabric panels and one small ballet room is isolated. Music room is also in it's own room. Two bathrooms. Recently opened, I think, and you can reserve space if you want to teach your own classes, I think.

If you are renting for a venue, this is NOT the place. Owner thinks that one hour before and after…read morethe party is enough to setup and clean, even though he tells you that you can take your time but he doesn't tell you that he will be taking part of your deposit, claiming the extra time you took. The set was a nightmare, his classes didn't finish on time, giving you even less time to prepare for your party.