I went in with my young niece to get her guitar fixed. The guy in the repair center was fantastic.. very helpful and patient. The store itself has a great selection and a nice vibe overall. read more

They are awesome! Great selection fair prices. Stong musical community experience. So many cool instruments to play.

The first guitar I bought from Kit's place was 32 years ago. The most recent was bought last week. A business can only last that long if they treat their customers right. They do. read more

I am a discerning guitar player and this is the only shop for me! The Luthier is world class. And makes my guitars play and sound exactly the way I want them to. I bought my 1975 Martin D-45 from Kit and he has always had the best of the best and shares his love for the music and all of his fine instruments. If you want your kids or grandkids to love and a predicate this art, START HERE! read more

Great place with some guitars you may only see in pictures. A truly genuine shop that is authentic as it gets. They don't even try. The place really gets old timey on ya. Didn't catch the guys names that worked there, but dude with long hair, genuine and informative. Dude with glasses that cashed me out, again, genuine and informative . These guys definitely gave me info I was unaware of. It was a good experience for me . I even got to hear a comedian there doing accents and impersonations of NY folk. (At a guitar store? I know, quite the treat) Being from the area I can tell you, the comedy seemed kind of labored, but good effort. That particular counter help(and I mean that in the best possible way)has dreams. Shine on you crazy diamond! Again, the first two guys will get you the guitar you need. Still gave the place 5 stars, bruh. read more

Absolutely fabulous place. Dropped off my Martin for some work. Picked up a Gibson J-200 for fun to check it out. Then two amazing musicians came in.... They Picked up a banjo and guitar..... played and sang bluegrass for the next 45 minutes... The shop has a terrific selection of instruments. The work area is in the back so don't be fooled into thinking this is a small shop. Great selection....HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!!! read more

Olde Town Pickin' Parlor - Musical Instruments & Teachers Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

In a town that closes its sidewalks at 8 PM. The OLDE town Pickin Parlor was an amazing find. Music inside as well as locals just playing on the front porch. I could've stayed there all night. read more

First time I went here, it was 10 minutes till closing and the male associate was locking up. I asked if it was too late to see the shop and was told he already closed the registers. SO we left. The second time I was looking at guitars and the male associate seemed disinterested in assisting or even talking about guitars. SO again, I left. Sorry this place is not meeting expectations of a reputable music shop. read more

I came in the early afternoon to see if I could get my old guitar restrung, and the lady working in the shop was really friendly and welcoming. I haven't picked up that old guitar in a long time, and she was really helpful getting the right strings and getting it fit in to get strung that day. They did a great job and have quite a nice selection of guitars and tons of other stringed instruments. I even put my name in to get some lessons. So, all in all, a great shop. read more

Olde Town Pickin' Parlor - Musical Instruments & Teachers Near Me - Arvada, Colorado

I've been twice, both times the person working was incredibly unfriendly. I found the instruments to be overpriced but I'm willing to pay more for local business but not if I'm made to feel unwelcome. read more

This is one of the very few outstanding guitar stores in the whole Denver metro area as well as the repair shop Glen in particular is an outstanding luthier and I never have to worry with my expensive instruments while in his care. Kip The owner is engaging and it's obvious he's put his heart and soul into this business. I live almost 40 minutes away from the store but it's worth it to me to know exactly what I will get for what I pay for. thank you read more

If you have a guitar, you MUST get it into the Glen in the back for a set up or a full restore. He will make it play MUCH better. I have a wide range of instruments, and he is a miracle worker. He just finished a restoration of my 1972 Martin D18...all I can say is wow! He also set up my new Martin D28, and it plays MUCH better than it did straight from the factory. Thanks, Glen! read more

They don't have cellos, but what they do have is an assortment of old wooden guitars and lots of good shiny strings to go with them! The scenery reminds me of the old west with lots of wood, cow fabric and a very nice owner. You can find yourself spending an hour enjoying the craftsmanship of the instruments. They have an old piano in the corner and lots of photos of old legendary guitar folk singers and song writers. I loved the Atmosphere, as this pad shows quite the adventure!! read more

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This is the best acoustic guitar store in Colorado. Kit (the owner)knows his stuff as well or better than anyone that I've met in any store in Colorado (and the dozen or so that I went to in LA too). He is a smart business person as well (watch out) and carries from the priciest high end custom built stuff to the entry level student models of guitars and mandos and most other stringed instruments. If he doesn't have the one you want, he'll find one for you. He has an enthusiam for music that carries over into his shop and everyone he meets. (If you need a resonator guitar, this is the place.) read more

Lookin for a great guitar...or need a luthier to bring your favorite string instrument back to life???then head up Wads near 53rd to Old Town Pickin Parlor...these folks know their stuff...and your's too. And you have to check out the live America's Soul Live show as Jon Chandler presents great singer/songwriters in a great little venue....Show are very cheap for all the music from some of the best in the biz...checkum out online for shows and gear...check with Kit for whats the lastest and greatest in guitars, mandos, and one of a kind instruments...these guys can really help. read more

This is a great old school style shop that focuses mainly on acoustics but has some funky electric guitars as well and even some basses. They cover all price points. The atmosphere is friendly, relaxed and welcoming so even if you are one of those who are typically too intimidated to try out a guitar in a shop under the watchful eyes of the shredder next to you, you'll find yourself sitting down on one of the many chairs here and trying out some great guitars. This is really where the shop shines, they don't make you ask for most of the guitars and you can just grab a Martin, Guild or whatever off the wall and try it out. I think the pricing is very fair as well. read more

Very in friendly to any one under the age of 30. Refers to us as the riff raft and were constantly looking over at us as if we were there to steel something. Won't be going back there anytime soon. read more

Walkin in to Pickin' Parlor's like stumblin into a cellar full a moonshine in a dry county. The selection of high quality guitars, banjos and dobros is at first staggering; but don't fear. The knowledgeable staff (all of whom are talented musicians themselves) will direct you to your ideal partner. Besides drooling at the window when I walk by, I've purchased two great guitars and numerous small items over the years. Whether you are an accomplished musician lookin for a new friend, a tune up for your old friend or just starting out on your musical adventure....take a stroll into Pickin' Parlor! -Chantae read more

One of the nation's best acoustic guitar shops. An outstanding selection of flattops, acoustic archtops and resonators. I've not personally had a guitar set up there, but every archtop in there I've played was superbly set up and they were all done in house. Surperbly set up. Perfect. It's a must hit every time I'm in the Denver-area. read more

This place is great! There's not many good shops around that deal in acoustic instruments, and this may be the best one. Besides having a great selection of cool guitars (I think I need another), the staff is knowledgable and friendly. They also have a repair shop ran by competent people. But that's not the best thing... they offer lessons in the back of the shop from instructors who know their stuff! I only started playing a couple years ago and was lucky enough to have found out about this place from a musician guy that I sold a guitar to on Craigslist. From his recommendation, I took my guitar in for a setup. I could hear music being played in the back rooms near the repair shop. At the time, I wasn't exactly thrilled with the guy I was taking my first lessons from, so I asked the repair guy about it. He gave me a funny business card and the next week I started taking lessons from Marlo, who is a real pro (and a cool guy). I now feel as though I am progressing faster while learning correct technique and theory. read more

This is a very nice appearing old-school shop but BEWARE. They do not deliver. I had a $1,700 guitar on layaway owing $250, they sold it out from under me. DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THESE CREEPS. read more

Pickin Parlor is a great local boutique guitar shop. If you like old Martin's and high end acoustic instruments like Collings stop by and check them out. Lots of vintage instruments on consignment too. If guitar center is Kool aid this place is wine. They have a nice selection. Great repair shop too whether you need a set up or a neck reset on a vintage Martin. read more

I recently had my old guitar "set up" by the guys in the back of the shop. Holy smokes, I didn't know this guitar could sound this good and play this easy, seriously like getting a brand new instrument. Highly recommend! read more

I recently had a vacation planned for Vail CO and didn't want to travel with my Taylor Guitar. When we landed in Denver I called a shop that I found online and they had told me they don't rent guitars. They gave me this shop in Arvada and it was a gold mine of a find. Liz, the girl that worked there is just super good with customers. She set me up with a nice sounding acoustic guitar, extra set of strings, loaner tuner, and a gig bag for the car. I played that guitar every morning and it was awesome. When I brought it back the owner was there and he was equally as great. What a wonderful shop and I wish more cities could have such a great shoot. I highly recommend these guys. read more

This guitar shop is without a doubt the best shop I have been into. They have a great selection of guitars, steel guitars, cool vintage guitars, etc...and the staff is VERY knowledgeable. Their luthier ship is the absolute best in Denver!!! read more

Sweet music shop. Lot's of great instruments that they'll let you pick around on and the employees are really fun and nice. I feel lucky to have a place like this not to far from my house. read more

Food here is good. Oh wait, I forgot they don't have food. Must have been down the street at Breadwinners. But the music is real and the instruments are fair priced and the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. read more

Great place with beautiful instruments. I bought a 1970's Gibson classical guitar here and the price was excellent. Not to mention Chet gave great service, even through in a free pack of nylon strings for it. read more

I received a flyer from a friend about the third Tuesday of each month concert. The flyer states a "suggested donation of $15", however, upon arrival the door person insisted it was a ticket fee of $15. I was not planning on staying for the full concert as I was with my son, and would need to leave early. I cant express enough how rude the door person was, and Kit, who I believe is the owner was rude as well. The owner gave me some nonsense about ASCAP would tax them if they 'sold' tickets, and I explained the flyer said it was donation based. I believe all the music was original by the musicians. (Who were fantastic and have nothing to do with this review.) A requested donation is based on what you can afford, or believe what the value of the service is/was. I will be reporting them to the City of Arvada as this is not right. read more

I second the comment by Peter H on 9/18/19 who thought the shop was "owned by a moron." And, in the words of Douglas F., his employees are not only disinterested but poorly trained. All of this stems from a consignment sale that went terribly sideways, with a dispute over the %age to be paid upon the sale of my old guitar. Both the employee and the contract indicated they would take 15% consignment fee upon the sale. But, following the sale, I received check, without any explanation with a 25% consignment deduction. Following phone discussions with the owner about how the contract was misinterpreted , I suggested we split the difference, to which he agreed. But, of course, the check never arrived. So, when I returned to the store to collect the outstanding balance, the owner re-started his rationale as to why he shouldn't have to live up, not only to the terms of their own contract but to the verbal agreement we had made over the phone. No wonder this idiot and his store is barely hanging on by an E string. read more

If you are purchasing a guitar over the internet: 1. Ask for pictures of the guitar's interior. Especially the bridge plate. 2. Ask for closeup pictures of the bridge. 3. It is not disclosed, but you may have to pay the credit card transaction fee. 4. Make certain that it is understood, in an Email, that you can return the guitar for ANY reason. 4. They do not have Terms and Conditions on the their web page. Ask for the purchase terms and conditions in an Email. 5. Might have been a fluke but it took a call from me to get them to credit my credit card. That by the way was when I learned that I was repsonsible for the transaction fee, because my reson for returning the guitar was not to their liking. read more

I hate to give an instrument store a bad review but... my family and I went there the other day no hello's looking for anything special. Then we were looking in the guitar area and the lady working came in and turned out the lights. I said I guess we have to leave and she said well its about 6 ' oclock and we close at 6 but you can look out there but we are pretty much closed. I just think it was rude to turn the lights out on people whole they ate looking around. I wont be buying a ukulele from there! read more

Great people and the luthiers do phenomenal work!

I absolutely love this place! I bought y favorite violin here and my husbands favorite guitar in his collection came from here. We love to attend the live shows they put on and are always happy to pick up our strings and others accessories here because they most always have what we need. Friendly, knowledgeable owner who really cares about his customers too! read more

I can get lost here for hours! The luthier is very competent, the staff friendly, the instruments are well humidified. Great Music shop!

Brought in a Martin for repair on a Thursday, also wanted to see about selling/ consigning some guitars from my father's estate. I was told that Kit was out of town until the following Monday; and to bring the guitars in then. Which I did, driving down from Nederland. The front door was wide open (literally), no one in the store. After about five minutes I went back to the repair shop, where the tech was speaking with a customer. He did not acknowledge my presence in any way. After a few minutes of being ignored, I went back out into the store and wandered around for a bit. I have to say, there are a lot of really nice guitars right by the front door. Just sayin'. Amazing they don't walk off by themselves. Anyway, about ten minutes later (the dog is very friendly, by the way) another gentleman came into the store and was standing up by the counter. I assumed he was another customer. After a bit, he went behind the counter, by the register, and was looking at his phone. Never acknowledged my presence either. Shortly, another business owner came in and they started discussing who was moving into a nearby vacant store. After five more minutes or so, I went back into the repair shop, waited for the tech to finish his conversation, picked up my Martin, and left. I don't mind waiting a few minutes, but I was there for twenty and no even as much as said hello. I can only surmise that for some reason I was completely invisible; there is no other reasonable explanation for why a customer was ignored so thoroughly for so long. If you are depending on your business to put food on your table, then you should have at least a minimal respect for your customers. Very unhappy; won't put my feet in there again. read more

I have been here a couple of times and never had a problem until this last visit. I had given my fretless bass to them for consignment last year. I called a couple of times to check up on the status and was told, rudely, that they would contact me when it was sold. I went in with a friend a couple of weeks ago and an employee had no idea if they sold it; they couldn't find the paperwork. Then he said to me on the sly, "No one does their job around here, the boss is a difficult person, and we've gotten several complaints." The owner came over to me and was snotty and said that they might have sold it. As soon as they found the paperwork, they said that it sold in October and mailed a check; but, they failed to call me. I had moved unexpectedly around that time. So, the owner said it was my fault that I didn't contact them. I don't know about you; but, when a business says they will contact you they do-especially if it's a larger sum of money involved. My experience with them was super unprofessional. Long story short, I do not recommend this place which is too bad because the luthier is great. read more