This place is great! The people here are very nice and quite knowledgeable, and they have a huge selection of synthesizers, modules, and effects pedals. The place is always clean and sometimes they offer sales and even contests where they give away stuff if you sign up to get notified. I haven't won anything yet but maybe I will eventually. They also have a big parking lot and lots of street parking available. Parking is free in the lot and on the street. They are located across from the Empire Center and not far from the 5 freeway. read more

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Very neat store! It's super organized and has a wide variety of synth, syth mod, and effects pedals that they allow folks to try out with headphones. I was there to check out the guitar pedals and they had a guitar and bass there to help try them out. Kylie(sp?), was very friendly and set things up for me to explore the equipment. read more

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Synth paradise- so fun- grab some headphones and enjoy!! Huge variety- great service. read more

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Perfect Circuit is like a church for electronic musicians and synth enthusiasts. They have the best selection of new and used gear, the best prices and the best staff. I have always had an amazing experience working with them and they always have exactly what I am looking for. If you are looking for a great deal and friendly, knowledgeable service look no further than Perfect Circuit. They are simply the best! read more

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I see a lot of recent (last six months) frustrated reviewers, and I don't doubt their individual experiences, but mine during the same time period was smooth as can be: Purchased a used Moog Subsequent 37 for a great price (their inventory is stellar), drove up from SD to pick it up, had a couple very helpful discussions about the Moog as well as a general inquiry about modular systems and the guys were great...Sure, it's expected that some of the people working here are going to be hard core circuit heads with the skills of Vangelis (this is LA after all), and thus perhaps on the aloof side, but that kind of thing doesn't even register in my "I give a s-t" department, as long as I'm getting what I need out of the interaction(s), and in this case it was all good. Will return for more gear. read more

Ordered a Pamela's PRO Workout on Reverb (via Perfect Circuit listing) early Friday morning--brand new, free shipping, 'only' in Burbank. Figured it'd ship same day and arrive by Sunday for weekend prep. Nope. They slapped signature-required on it via FedEx--no mention in the listing. I'm in a back unit, no street door, no doorbell I can hear--impossible to sign without camping outside. Tried holding at Walgreens down the street--FedEx approved, but Walgreens doesn't take packages weekends. Now it's Monday, still no module. Needed it for a lesson plan Tuesday; thanks to their silent policy, I'm screwed. Look, I get protecting against theft claims--expensive gear--but communicate! Put 'signature required for orders over $100' in the damn listing. You're selling high-end modules; transparency isn't optional. Fast ship, sure--but useless if I can't receive it. I won't be ordering from them again. read more

Turn on your phones. Not driving up from San Diego and if I can't verify that you can put your hand on something I wanted to buy. "Our support agents are not available to answer your call" and emails aren't returned for a week! And you ARE open today. Get your sh/t together. Also, on their coupons they have a list of products EXEMPT for their 10% off during the holidays and it's basically every product in the store! This is the list of products the 10% will not work on. WHY RUN THE SALE??? The following brands: A-Designs, AKG, API, Adam, Akai, Alesis, Alexander Pedals, Allen & Heath, American Music & Sound, Analog Music Company, AnalogFX, Audio-Technica, Auratone, BAE, BJOOKS, Bananana Effects, Beetronics FX, Befaco, Behringer, Blackhole Cases, Boss, Bubblesound, Buchla, Ciat-Lonbarde, Collision Devices, Conductive Labs, Cooper FX, Cutlasses, DOD, Dangerous Music, Death By Audio, Der Mann mit der Maschine, DigiTech, Dnipro Modular, Dogbotic, Dreadbox, Dtronics, ERD Modular, EarthQuaker Devices, Echo Fix, Ecler DJ, Elektron, Elixir, Embodme, Enjoy Electronics, Epicycloid Engineering, Ernie Ball, Eventide, Ezhi & Aka, Fancyyyyy, Faselunare, Feedback Modules, Fender, Flock Audio, Focal, Focusrite, GS Music, Gamechanger Audio, Genelec, Heet Audio, Hieroglyphic, IOLabs, Ieaskul F. Mobenthey, JBL, JamRacks, Jeanie, Jomox, Joranalogue, Kilpatrick Audio, Kiviak Technologies, Knas, Kodamo, Koma Elektronik, L-1, LZX Industries, La 67, M-Audio, Majella Audio, Manley, Meng Qi, Meris, Modal Electronics, Modor, Moffenzeef, Morningstar Engineering, Morphor, Native Instruments, Nonlinear Labs, Nono Modular, Nord, North Coast Synthesis, Novation, Numark, Origin Effects, Oxford University Press, PLAYdifferently, Patch Point, Pioneer, Poly Effects, RYO, Random Source, Rane, Retrokits, Roland, Rosson Audio, Sdkc Instruments, Sequentix, Sherman, Sonicware, Soundcraft, Soundmachines, Strymon, Studiologic, Suonobuono, Superlative, Suzuki, Synthesis Technology, Synthetic Sound Labs, Synton, TINRS, Tasty Chips, Torso Electronics, Unknown Devices, Vermona, Vongon, Winter Modular, XOR Electronics, dbx, myVolts, sE Electronics Why even have a sale??? Get cucked Perfect Circuit. read more

Wow, can't believe I wasted so much time at Perfect Circuit. This place has the weirdest vibe ever - super awkward staff that barely make eye contact. But their true colors showed about their ridiculous politics when they dropped Soundrise (who make killer stands right here in CA and were their B2B partners for years) just because some internet personality got mad that Soundrise listens to Kanye's music... seriously? They didn't even bother checking facts before believing some random online claim that Soundrise stuff is made in China when anyone can see it's made locally. Typical Perfect Circuit - jump on whatever bandwagon is trending without a second thought. Ditched a solid local business partner over nothing but internet drama. Been shopping at Sweetwater since and what a difference! Better prices, awesome return policy, and the guys there actually care about gear and customers instead of whatever Twitter is freaking out about this week. Let Perfect Circuit keep their weird political purity tests - I'll take my synth money elsewhere. read more

I went in to see if they had the product I was looking for and the guy in the front said they do. After going through pricing, I told him I needed a few hours to talk it over with my wife. Purchased the item less than an hour after for pickup. Didn't get an email or call about the product I had ordered. After numerous emails, I finally get a message the day after saying that the order didn't go through because of my bank. Called my bank, bank said the money was taken out and wasn't flagged for fraud or being held. I message this Lisa person letting them know that my bank is fine the charge obviously went through and I was going to stop by the store with my ID and card that was used. Shortly I get an email from perfect circuit saying that supposedly my bank reversed the charge to a refund. This company is full of it. If you don't have the product or didn't want to sell it to me just say so. Everything was clear on my end, you guys failed miserably in every aspect of selling. Gladly taking my $2,000 dollars back and go to Guitar Center. read more

I walked into Perfect Circuit and the experience was very poor, starting with the customer service. The men appeared uninterested in any of my inquiries that I had. In fact, they made me feel like I didn't even belong. Despite the awkwardness, I bought a keyboard stand, only to discover when I got home that it had been used and repackaged. I mean even the plastic wrap for the parts were torn open. I initially tried to call Perfect Circuit during open business hours, but they didn't answer the phone. So I had to drive an hour and a half back to the store to discuss my matter. When I arrived at the store, one employee remembered me and apologized. He admitted that they made a mistake, but he was super cavalier, as if it didn't bother him. I exchanged the used keyboard for an actual new model, but had to go out of my way and ask for a discount for my troubles. Perfect Circuit gave 15% off, which amounted to $10 bucks (I spent at least $50 dollars on gas just driving to their store and back). I just wanted to share my experience. I am an Air Force veteran and this is my true and sworn testimony. read more

Stopped in to pick up a piece I had purchased online. So glad I got to check out the showroom and grab a couple of other items!

I've had nothing but good experiences here. The staff is my kind of people. Friendly and knowledgeable. You can catch a good sale if you keep your ear to the ground. Parking kinda sucks sometimes. I'm just throwing that in for fun. read more

I left a review about their customer service on google and they paid to have it removed. I purchased an item in January, and the employee ringing me up was completely useless and rude. Sorry that the piece of equipment costs more than you weeks salary, man. This places has an excellent variety of gear, but terrible employees. Rude, snobby, and annoyed that you're in there type of atmosphere. I'd rather buy online from people that are kind and willing to help. read more

Terrible costumer service, rude and unprofessional, And way too expensive. Online costumer service is terrible.

They've been great in the past, but the lowball offers on very new gear has made me want to take my business elsewhere.

Perfect Circuit: Liars. Uncaring. Unreliable. Alex and Phil are unprofessional nightmares. Forget any past positives - they're now a black hole for your money and time. Shop ANYWHERE else to avoid colossal frustration. They are beyond worthless. read more

I've given this place a few shots because their inventory is impressive, but the customer service is just...bizarre. It's like they're either doing you a favor by entertaining a question, or you're just totally ignored. Hardcore elitist record store employee vibes. Hopefully a shift in attitude can be made, but after chatting with colleagues, this seems to be a common experience. Made my purchase elsewhere. read more

We are lucky to have a place like this to get hands on experience with the latest hardware out there

I had no idea a place like this existed really anywhere. It's really unique and the staff were friendly.

For all synth products this is my go to store! They have a broad range of products and are very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this store. read more

Keep getting my address wrong on orders. 3 orders for the same item have been returned without getting to me due to store miss-addressing.

I've already bought several pieces of gear here but all on line. Stopped in last night (Dec. 17th) and the crew working treated me, my son and nephews so well that I am now a customer for life. I wanted to test drive several things but wasn't ready to buy yet. The 2 very helpful and friendly guys working made me a feel very comfortable and had no problem showing me around. Thanks guys. I will be making all my purchasing the future with you. Go see these guys. The selection of synths blows anyone away in LA. read more

I was on a search for a Native Instrumentals keyboard and it seems to be out of stock, back-ordered everywhere! Luckily I found this store through Reverb and I was able to find it in stock at this store! :D Their website is well organized, but I had some questions, and Eldar helped me out via phone call to place a smooth online order. I was througly impressed with him genuinely trying to help me out. A+ customer service. Their pick up is also pretty tight and safe. At the door, there's just a table where I got my item really quickly. read more

Perfect Circuit has an incredible selection and very helpful/knowledgeable staff. Highly recommended!

Perfect Circuit sets a totally new, unparalleled standard for buying and using audio gear. From the very beginning, I felt like they were personally invested in helping me realize my creative potential by finding the right gear I needed to express myself musically. Their staff has amazing knowledge and they helped me every step of the way with the buying process. I couldn't be happier with my purchases and I wholeheartedly give them my highest recommendation! read more

One of the countries leading synth suppliers. Fantastic shop, with great and knowledgeable employees. Good competitive prices and conveniently located. I love this store. read more

Synth Heaven! I came to look at the Dave Smith and was so impressed with how clean and organized it all was with excellent customer service.

This review is for phone advice - I called Perfect Circuit to ask for guidance picking a MIDI interface for my workflow. I was only on hold for a minute before getting a human. Scott gave me the name of a product that would exactly meet my needs, but said they were sold out of it, and he suggested other places I could find it. He also let me know what would be the closest product they did have in stock. That one did more than I needed and also was twice as expensive, so I ended up ordering the first recommendation through another store. Just wanted to leave a review here as a thanks for the guidance. read more

Great offering and wide variety of equipment. I enjoyed how clean and spaced out everything is. They are more than happy to loan headphones if you forgot yours. Low pressure sales but they really know their stuff. I loved their album collection too. Some really hard to find items like max professor's mezzanine remixes and IBM 1401. My only regret was checking in and then forgetting the Yelp coupon when checking out. Such a bummer. They offer 10%. read more

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I love this place. It's laid back and you can grab some headphones and try out a large selection of synths, modular, effects, etc. Whenever I've talked with the staff or asked questions (which is every time lol), my experience has always been positive. I've purchased a few things here and always stop in when I'm in the area. They have a great website with a lot of good information on it as well. read more

Had my first visit to this landmark for analog synth enthusiasts today. The person at the counter, Julian, was extremely knowledgeable about the subjects of my inquiry, & i did not feel rushed in any way. I would very much like to buy from them in the future - a showroom for these kinds of instruments is an essential thing. How could one ever truly make an informed decision without hands on fun! I think the layout and approach in the showroom is well thought out, with an abundance of toys readily available to tinker with. Several brands were new to me, and its much more helpful to see them in person, side by side, than on some web page (and hear them, but i was in a big hurry myself so i couldn't spend much time). Need to keep this place and support it. read more

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Was looking for a microphone. The guy that was working buzzed us in and we asked if they had microphones. He said yes but didn't point us toward the room where they are . We waited for 10 min for him to at least acknowledge us and tell us he would be right with us . Nothing . We waited for a few and looked at him talking to another customer but seemed to pretend that we did not exist . We walked out and he never said a word .. horrible customer service . I wouldn't spentld a dime there . We left to head over to the guitar center . read more

I love this store! I bought my Roland SH-01A here and a few other accessories. I got to try out the Oberheim OB-X8, a dream synth, absolutely mind blowing. read more

If you are into synths this place is probably what heaven looks like. It's basically a room full of gear with headphones you can plug into anything and try out. What sets them apart is all the brands that you might not find at your local Guitar Center - Teenage Engineering, Elektron, Critter & Guitari, various modular systems, etc. on top of the more hardcore products from bigger brands like Moog, Roland, Korg, etc. There's a separate room for clearance items and another room for effects and more pro audio gear. Ring the doorbell to get in. read more

I'm not the "leave a review" type but I had to. Perfect Circuit Audio was the right place for me. I met Daniel who processed my curbside pickup order at the front door. He was very helpful, kind, and patient. He also answered a few questions I had that weren't very clear in forum threads. I had been going to Guitar Center for my instruments/supplies and not anymore! I had so many problems with their customer service and luckily found Perfect Circuits through an online recommendation. The customer service found at Perfect Circuits is incomparable and top-notch. I bought a PO-33 from these guys. I was going to buy through Amazon but I'm glad I went through them. Help support your local business read more

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What an amazing gem located in an unsuspecting location that draws pretty much zero attention from the street. I found them while shopping on eBay the other night for something specific, only to have found the item I wanted located right here in Burbank. I did a quick Yelp search and found this place. I'm a former supervisor for a large technology company that sports a bitten piece of fruit logo. So I notice excellent and clean merchandising. This place didn't disappoint, being marched in the most excited of ways. This is like my old store, but for synth, vinyl, and effects pedal nerds (*nerds said affectionately, of course). And honestly, their shop is merched even cleaner than that large fruit company. I needed something as simple as a Voodoo Labs voltage doubler and I was given service like I was buying a $1000 item. It was refreshing to see and I felt valued as a customer, despite my toddler running around the store like a bull in a China shop. If you're a fan of boutique synths and pedals and regularly shop vinyl, this is this the place to be. Seriously, it's amazing. read more

Horrible customer service, especially from the guy with the bleached blonde hair. Come here to test out synths but buy them somewhere else. This business does not care about you. read more

Perfect Circuit has become my go to shop for electronic instruments. You may be familiar with them as an online retailer, but they are so much more than that. I appreciate their Youtube content, which is how I discovered the company. But as a resident of Los Angeles, I especially appreciate their showroom. They make a wide variety of highly sought-after instruments available for demo, which other retailers like Guitar Center just cannot compete with. They are one of a kind in Los Angeles as far as I know. Not only that, but their staff is far more knowledgeable and passionate than Guitar Center could ever be. Shout out to Lisa for your customer service! :) Thank you! read more

They wouldn't sell me a gift card. Told me to go on-line and do it myself. So, I went to Guitar Center and bought a $200 gift card.

If you're a fan of high end vintage gear this is NOT the store for you. All they carry is new eurorack trash.