Marty is the man behind SBME! He's friendly and knowledgable about music, instruments and many…read moreother things you'll learn when you start talking to him. The store is small and humble, but the inventory is abundant! "There's a guitar in every case", says Marty. Prices are very good, especially for South Beach. A wide range of brands too. Many stores like SBME are going away due to box stores like Sam Ash and Guitar Center taking over, but luckily a few shops like this are still around. Here is something that would never happen in a large chain music store: I picked up a bass and started thumping, my friend said he played drums so Marty told him to get on the kit which was set up in the room. Next thing we know, Marty is grabbing a guitar and setting up a mic and we started jamming! It was so awesome, I loved it. We played 3 songs together. So fun! Note: He keeps night owl hours. 9pm-3am.

I have been living in South Beach for over 25 years. I am a professional musician and I play…read moreguitar. Marty is super knowledgeable about repairing and setting up the action on any number of musical instruments. He takes much pride in his work and is very meticulous in making sure any repairs he does are done correctly. I highly recommend the South Beach Music exchange and I am sure you will be extremely satisfied with anything you need done from intricate repairs on many various instruments to guitar action setups or just general maintenance. Marty is definitely qualified and if he cannot perform whatever task needed he will know someone who does. Amazingly fair pricing as well ! A true Gem of a place for the amateur or professional musician ! Marty C

Ms. Meryll is an outstanding musician and teacher. She is wonderfully patient with the children…read moreand it is amazing how much and how well they learn! She has my highest recommendation!! RB

Meryll is an amazing piano and voice teacher! She knows how to direct the kids and the progress…read moreI've seen has been outstanding! My older daughter also took voice classes with Ilsy who is amazing as well!! I highly recommend them!!

My second home when i buy equipment The prices are great…read morethe equipment is quality! Good service

This store has actually been around for decades if you consider that it uses the same space where…read morethe legendary 70's store ACE Music was. Some of the staff remains, and they are truly knowledgeable having been in the business for decades. From guitars amps and PAs to accessories, this is the place to go if you want to avoid dealing with inexperienced staff and corporate stores.

Johnny is very understanding and glad to help you with anything that you can ask for. I used to go…read moreto guitar center every time I had an issue which was a 20-30 minute drive every time. Ever since I found this place it's close to me and very convenient and I don't have to travel 30 minutes just to get strings. I took in my fender Meteora for an action adjustment and he helped me with it very quickly and professionally. The store itself is also very cozy and you can sit in there any play the instruments while something is being taken care of for you. Highly recommend.

Got my MIA Strat setup here. Very happy with the service…read more Also brought in acoustic with some refinishing work needed. Referred to a luthier more appropriate for the work which I appreciated honesty.

Please be aware it is by appointment only, which is great if you really want to test a guitar w/o…read morehaving to wrestle with other musicians. When it comes to PRS this location is 2 out of 2 on receiving new models prior to national chains. I bought an NF-3 prior to today's visit, and today I was able to test the Herman Li Chleo guitar. While the guitar was not my cup of tea (feels more like a Ibanez neck than PRS) the gentleman was really nice about it and I bought some strings as always to support my local businesses

I ordered defender custom shop guitar to be shipped to Illinois. Unlike other sellers who would…read morejust slap a sticker on the factory box, Miles put the box inside the box with a lot of padding. So even the factory box was protected. Super fast shipping, good prices. I absolutely wholeheartedly recommend shopping with Miami-Guitars for your musical needs. They've definitely earned a repeat Customer here.

Best online site to buy Instruments online!!! Nice people,…read moregood response, perfect timing!

From the owner: Musical Instrument Retailer & Distributor - we ship nationwide…read more Exports to Latin America and the Caribbean

The Winters are the kindest most considerate string shop owners I have met. Each person on their…read morestaff operates at a high level with attention to every detail when addressing your string needs. They provide excellent rentals and can accommodate any stringed instrument request, I highly recommend them!

If you are looking for a personal experience instead of your typical sales I recommend going to…read moreMiami String Haus. You learn so much from the staff about your purchase walk out feeling great about it. Not once did I feel like I asked to many questions. Thank you to the team for their patience while my daughter picked her next instrument. Will happily return & refer them.

Great little local spot. My son was interested in learning the violin and found it. We went in and…read morewere able to sign up for lessons that were reasonably priced. Everyone is very nice.

Staff was so friendly and informative. I was amazed at their knowledge of instruments. if you love…read moremusic this is the place. They even have music lessons here. There awesome I can't say enough about John and his staff.

Fantastic teacher! My 8 year old daughter found her instrument with her wonderful teacher Oscar. He…read moreis professional in every sense of the word. He can even teach a tree to sing! Lol. My daughter loves her music teacher and she now sing beautifully. We continue weekly classes. I highly recommend PMI

There is so much to say about Oscar as a unique artist, a devoted teacher, a master voice…read more"builder", and a kind person, but this space is not enough for me to write everything so I will focus on him as a voice teacher. I started voice lessons with him not as the typical high school graduate looking to build a professional career in the field of opera but as a medical professional who only wanted to sing classical music well. After a few years of training with him I ended up being accepted in a local conservatory with a scholarship grant in a college program, major in music and vocal performance. I loved singing all my life that I was willing to do what it took to achieve the "excellence" I always dreamed of. My path was far from easy as I had to work the night shift in order to attend school during the day. I also had my share of vocal faults due to fatigue and stress from a demanding schedule. Oscar helped me through all these difficulties and never gave up on me. He probably saw how much I loved singing...not just singing, but excellent singing. After a few years of studies at the conservatory I had to move overseas and despite the major disruption from my move I continued to sing at every opportunity I was given. I still live abroad but every time I return to the US I take lessons from Oscar to make sure my voice stays on the right track. Looking back to the past few years, I believe I have come a long way. I have done solo concerts both in the US and abroad and continue to receive invitations to perform on stage. Miracles can happen... that, I believe. I am grateful for not only the strong foundation Oscar has built in my singing voice but also for the inspiration he always evokes.