I won't take another instrument there. I had a warranty repair on a brand new 3 day old Gibson I…read morebought from Sweetwater. It was feeding back horribly. I've been building guitars for around 8 years now, so I know my business. My first impression when I dropped it off, was they weren't happy it was a warranty repair, although they are a Gibson Authorized Dealer and Warranty Center. I explained the problem and asked for the tech to call me, a week went by with nothing. When I asked on progress they didn't have a clue they even had it and this is not a big box store. A week later I called again, "oh, it's ready". When I went to pick it up it wasn't fixed, their story was absurd about it's the nature of the pickups (it's not) and they ended it with, it must be a B stock. It isn't. My thoughts are, they just wouldn't honor the warranty and waited for me to come pick it up. I would never entrust Lafayette Music with any of my gear. The attached picture is why I know they never looked at. That would have been their first clue.

One Star - Predatory Business Practices…read more We rented a saxophone from Lafayette Music Company last summer. The return deadline was June 1st (which fell on a Sunday). We tried to return it five days later and were told, "Too late - it's yours now." No warning, no reminder, and no option to pay a late fee. Just a hardline stance: either pay Tower Loan $1,200 or continue monthly payments at 28% interest. They didn't send any return reminders, and they don't give you an electronic copy of the contract. It feels like they're hoping you miss the deadline so they can lock you into a high-interest loan. We tried to negotiate in good faith and were told flat-out, "It's your problem now." Absolutely unacceptable. I won't do business with them again and will be warning others to steer clear.

I contacted them for help identifying a saxophone I bought from them 25 years ago. With a few…read morepictures they were able to tell me everything I needed to know about the saxophone without even seeing it in person. Big thanks to David for being so helpful. Same quality service 25 years later. Ain't nothing like a family business

Will definitely do business with again. They stayed after hours to help us with last minute…read moremarching shoe emergency, on a Saturday night.

Everyone there is very nice and they are fair what they give you for your items...!!..and,ba few of…read morethe guys there are really cute!!!

One of the nicest pawn shops I have ever been to. Great selection of tools, electronics, jewelry,…read moremusical instruments, and didn't see anything at all that belonged in a thrift store, garage sale or trash can. Well lit, friendly, guess I should have checked prices. Nice place. Recommended.

Such a wonderful talented musician, Emil played at our…read morewedding this past June at the Golden Nugget wedding lawn in LA. Was a beautiful wedding, and having Emil was a great addition that my family and friends got to enjoy. His music selection was wonderful, and lively. The evening temperature was warm, but he played past the recessional, and during our wedding photo shoot. Thank you, Emil. You helped create such a wonderful day, and lasting memory. Highly recommend for any event. Travis & Kathy Josey,

Grateful to Emil and Arco Music for the time spent teaching my son Julian how to play violin over…read morethe years

I've had several dealings with Anya and her staff at SOLA Violin, and I recommend them highly. No…read morepressure, accommodating, and professional in every sense of the word. Excellent, timely repairs, and a wide selection of instruments and bows for sale or rent.

A lovely little shop in downtown, with a nice range of selection. Offers sales, repair, and…read morerentals of violins, violas, cellos, basses, and other stringed instruments.