When we come here it's hit or miss. We shop for drums ,cymbals, basses ,guitars, and amps. At both buffalo guitar centers it's either we are pestered by salespeople or we have to go hunting for someone to answer questions or take our money. As of lately low inventory. Prices always seem fair Strangely the credit card processers always time out on my Amex express card at both locations. This has never happened before in 20 years of card usage. Told it is a common problem. read more

Walk in and only one other customer who is being taken care of by the normal sales person. I wanted to check out their active speakers that they have. This Guitar Center doesn't have much of a selection beyond the Harbinger, JBL and Yamaha at this locaction. I was hoping they had some Adam monitors. I never got the opportunity to hear any because the dweeb behind the counter was more interested in avoiding anyone than the masked idiot was interested in helping anyone. I walked by him several times thinking I'd get asked if I needed any help, but to no avail. He seemed more intent on avoiding any contact. I might give the West Seneca store a try, Cheektowaga location is a definite bust if you're looking for someone to help you. especially if the bearded good salesman is busy helping someone else. read more

I have brought in three high value guitars to sell as I'm downsizing and the rude staff said they can't take it. my guitars are professionally set up and your "expert" said it needs a setup. Maybe hire staff who know what they are doing. read more

Great Products, but if I had other options, I would choose to shop elsewhere. The staff comes across as very impersonal, and you can sense it as soon as walk in the door. After 45 days don't expect them to stand behind there products or help you with manufacturing warrantees, unless at the time of purchase your willing to pay an additional 30% percent for extended store warranties. read more

This was my second time in and I remember why I was hesitant to come back. No one to greet you when you walk in, no one to ask if you need any assistance, forget standing in line because that takes FOREVER! I ended up just walking out without asking if they had the item in stock. I'd rather take my business elsewhere Update: the business commented on my post and provided and email to send my concerns to , which I did and haven't received any reply in a week. read more

Looked at guitars in the store for 15 minutes while the 3 employees behind the counter ignored us. Walked out.

Great store great people that work there! The only thing I would like to point out is that Dave Smith stinks. IYKYK

The staff at guitar center was very accommodating and were great to work with. I needed a string repaired on my daughter's guitar ASAP and the staff was incredible. I had the guitar back in less than 24 hours. I wish I knew the names of the individuals I worked with, because they deserve recognition. Overall, a great experience. read more

Walked in to buy a $5000 guitar I saw they had in stock on the internet. Walked in and went into their "platinum" area for Guitars in this price range. I was not going to spend that kind of money without playing the instrument. Waited for 15 minutes for someone to help me as all the guitars were locked and finally left. Fyi- I was the only customer in the store. read more

Love Guitar Center, and am usually pleased with the service. On this particular occasion I walked in, intended to get prices and possibly purchase (depending on price) a complete Bose PA system, however, no one greeted me as I walked in and no one approached me. I even sat at a piano and started playing, still nothing. (by the way, you had other piped in music going on in the store, so I question how could a person consider trying out a guitar or a piano without the confusion). I walked over to the music books, nothing. No one said these magic words; "Can I help you" or "if you have any questions, let me know", etc. The interesting fact is they were not busy. Two other customers and three employees. Two behind the counter and one at a different counter I believe "fixing" a guitar. My problem is this: If you are a retail store, this means you are in business to sell product/s. I wouldn't be incorrect by stating the heartbeat of your business is sales. It's what keeps you open and thriving. Now, as a result, I may go to a local brick and mortar competitor or call Sweetwater to inquire about their products. This is a shame...... read more

Guitar Center - Musical Instruments & Teachers Near Me - Cheektowaga, New York

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I have been taking weekly online guitar lessons with Mike Slomowicz for about a year. He is On time and prepared. He is a pro teacher and has been nicely moving me through playing songs and learning technique.I look forward to each lesson . I started as an adult beginner and I have had a nice journey progressing. Thanks! read more

Yup. I like this Guitar Center. You can not define a Guitar Center by it's selection or decor, you measure it by the people working there. Though, if you're curious their selection will have plenty of American made Fenders, Gibsons, and PRS. Also a full complement of beginner gear for most instrument you're interested in (Sorry brass and orchestra your pickings WILL be slim.) And this location has got a solid crew. The only location around that has a Guitar Center Studio. It's a neat idea to have lesson plans that can follow you wherever you go so that you never have to miss a lesson should you be traveling a lot. I haven't tried it so i can't speak much of it, but now you know it's there. Okay, back to the crew. Everyone there is super knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Very open and if you put your cards out there they won't badger you or be too salesman-y. Maybe I'm at an advantage having been a customer of GC for years, but I'd like to think the people working there are just better than your average retailer. It's miles above the Boulevard location. Mainly, because it's a new location, as opposed to it's sister store, which has long been in need of an update. Come here, plug in, have fun, then buy something. If you want. No pressure. You free Saturday night bro? My new age metal reggae hip hop cover band is playing at generic bar A! read more

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Wishful thinking and snobs? They don't like Trump and will spread false news about him at checkout as your card is approved. They apparently also disrespect Chinese products, which is weird because many online reviews I have noticed before writing this, claim they sell their products (keyboards for example). But they destroyed the wood on a guitar I took to them, installing parts over each other several times to the point that the wood was worn. The guitar functions exactly as it was when I brought it in and I am out over 200$. - So, I guess you could say they cover both sides of the political spectrum as the money comes in. It may be one of your only options for repair if you don't have a luthier, but your acoustic guitar can get worn if they don't like it. Everyone is busy, perhaps too busy and you will be used here. Wishful thinking and snobs? read more

Guitar Center is easily the biggest music store chain in America, and while they may be the closer to WalMart than a mom and pop shop, their customer service is miles ahead of your local Walmart super center. This location is the newest Guitar Center in the buffalo area and you can definitely tell. The selection is better and the staff is new but overall more eager to help. I never have an issue finding what I want and if I do, the store is small and well staffed, so finding someone is never an issue. The store is always stocked nicely and laid out logically. The selection might be a little smaller than the Niagara Falls Blvd location, but they seem to cover all of the bases and even have a few more high end instruments at this location. Given a choice between the two, this is definitely the better of the two Guitar Centers. It might not be a mom and pop shop, but the staff is fairly knowledgable and always ready to help. If you're in the market for some musical equipment, give this place a chance. read more

Eh this place is ok. It can be hit or miss for me. Customer service needs to be better. I was looking for stuff for my acoustic guitar and ukulele but I walked in there and nobody said anything to me. The guys behind the counter were talking to each other and ignoring the customers that walked in. They only talked to one person and I guess he's a regular there. This place is ok to pick up parts and stuff. Trying to get help from the staff is useless lol read more

Went in to buy a guitar today and after not being greeted for over 30 minutes, decided to leave. To say that I was not greeted is putting it lightly. It felt more like I was being ignored. I'm relatively new to the Buffalo area. Never had this issue at any other guitar stores in Rochester. It's sad because they probably missed out on a $600+ sale. I highly recommend going elsewhere for an instrument. read more

Came in with my boyfriend to pick out a PA system. We didn't get greeted, we got ignored when we asked for help, and when I asked, he looked at me and was like "ya ya ya I'll be right there" ... ten minutes later he's still talking to his friend. I used to work at a guitar center and this is definitely not how I would want to treat customers. read more

I have never once had a good experience here. Today was the last straw, won't be coming back. Products mislabeled with the wrong prices. Display models not in tune. Selection is awful. Shelves are disorganized and half empty. Save yourself some time and avoid this place. read more

If you live in the Buffalo area and are looking for a great setup on any guitar, be sure to check out the Cheektowaga location and talk to ANTHONY. I've had 3 guitars set up by him and they are all perfect. read more

It was refreshing in this day and age to get such great customer service. Brandon in particular was extremely helpful. We had an issue with an online order but he was able to correct the problem for me. read more