I needed to get my cello tuned (tried doing it myself but my C-string was being finicky and I was…read moreweary of dealing with the pegs), so I called to confirm they had someone that could tune my cello and they said yes. Staff was so nice, and I ending up buying a tuner for my cello as I needed one and wanted to support the shop. Location is great: pretty neighborhood and right by a cafe. Street parking was easy the day I went. They do music lessons and sell instruments, sheet music, tuners, and more!

Very nice staff. Bought an acoustic pretty quick. It's a small selection but everything they have…read moreis very good for a mid range situation.

My 4 yr old broke her toniebox. I found DIY instructions on ifixit but got myself into trouble…read morewith the desoldering & resoldering. I contacted this shop just to see if they might be able to help. They were prompt, professional, courteous and fixed the toy for at a very reasonable price. I am especially thankful that they took on a project that isn't necessarily their specialty. Would definitely do business with them again. My child thanks you!!!

I didn't even have a Yelp account, but I felt like I had to create one after my experience with…read moreRock'n Repair Shop. On the advice of a friend, I took my beloved vintage stereo receiver to Rock'n Repair back in early/mid-September 2022. They emailed me in late September to let me know about what it would cost to do the repairs after they'd checked out the receiver. I wrote them back that the price was fine and to please go ahead with the repairs. I never received a confirmation that they'd received my sign-off on the repairs, so after a few weeks I tried emailing, then calling - but there was no response. I regularly emailed and called, not receiving any sort of reply until DECEMBER 2022 when they finally answered the phone. They acted like it was no big deal and just a matter of course that they were simply AWOL for almost 3 months. But they assured me the repair work would get going soon. (with no explanation as to why nothing had been done between September and December) More time passed and I heard nothing. After about a month, I started regularly calling and emailing again, but I still got no response. Finally, in MARCH 2023, they wrote me back to say that my stereo repair was going to be a big job and they were "going to focus more on music production and small hifi repairs." When I went to pick up the receiver today, the woman working in the shop (not the technician I'd previously interacted with) assured me that the only reason they didn't take the job is because it was not technically feasible - contradicting what I was told in the email I quoted above. Technicians and artisans are free to take on or reject whatever jobs they do or do not want, as they see fit. But if that were the case, they should have told me that from the start. Instead, they promised they would do the repairs, then simply held my equipment, did nothing with it for months on end, and ignored all my calls and emails before finally saying they simply couldn't be bothered to deal with it. Don't ever trust Rock'n Repair with any equipment you care about. They are rude, unprofessional, and a waste of time. A real disgrace.

Not often that you come across a real music store these days but this is one! Love this place.read more

By far my favorite place to buy guitar gear! Love all the people who work there, they're all super…read morekind and fun to know! All my guitars (Fenders, PRS, Seagull, Jasmine) have been purchased there, and they always make the payment plan process super easy. They also have amazing guitar instructors who will help you play very proficiently. It's a fun place to just hang out and try new stuff too. Absolutely recommend if you're local or in town visiting! Roger, Adam, Dylan, Cole, et al. are amazing folks who will help you get what you need.

Middle C Music is a convenient place for most musical needs, with a focus on students. A wide range…read moreof sheet music is available. There are studios for lessons and a helpful staff. Lots of instruments and some setups where you can explore different instruments and effects.

Friendly efficient staff, decent violin I needed to rent at a reasonable rate for a couple of…read moremonths.

Greg is a complete professional. I I was gifted a very well used classical guitar. I told Greg to…read moredo whatever needed to be done to make it usable again. Two days later, I picked up a perfectly playable guitar. Given what he had to do, I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonable it was. I would not hesitate to use Greg's services again.

I have been going there since around 2010 I think and this is the only place I go. I'm in Greenbelt…read morebut he does terrific work at a great price and I couldn't ask for better.

A coworker recommended going, I was reluctant since I live on the VA (other side) of the city. But…read moreOMG. The inventory was amazing. I was actually overwhelmed by the number of guitars and amps in stock. Literally thousands. What I thought would be a 10 min max, look around, buy a pack of strings (I always try and buy something at non chain music stores) turned into a 2 hour adventure. Rows and rows of guitars. I was at first intimidated and it took a bit to get my bearings as how the instruments were organized. LPs over here, Fenders over there. Did I mention there were "like 2 thousand guitars. Then I was shocked at how reasonable the prices were. After 45 minutes I had decided I was definitely getting a new guitar that day, then what to choose? Narrowed down between 2 that I wanted and matched what I could afford that day. The guy who rang me up, saw it was my first purchase there and knocked a few bucks off and threw in a new set of slinky strings. Look if you are looking for a posh music boutique store with fancy displays, this is not the place for you. But if you are a musician looking for quality gear that is priced right and huge inventory, this is the place. I am already planning my next visit with a bigger budget.

They say the true test of a relationship isn't how things are when everything goes right, but in…read morehow things are when things go wrong. Last month, I stopped into Atomic Music and saw the most beautiful guitar, a model I had been dreaming of for years. My birthday was coming up, so I decided to splurge and treat myself. One of the owners gave me a great price and was really friendly. Everything was wonderful until a month later when I finally got around to setting up the guitar for my preferred gauge of strings. I discovered a serious but repairable structural issue with the guitar. Not their fault -- It wasn't something they would have been aware of unless they had taken the truss rod cover off and attempted to adjust the guitar's neck. I sent an email detailing the problem and it wasn't even five minutes later I got a call from one of the owners. He told me to bring it back for a full refund, and that he'd even pay for my gas to bring it back. There was no argument and no questioning of my expertise. That's fantastic service in my book! I will be back and I have no worries about spending money there again. The shop has an enormous used inventory including some high-end instruments and prices are fair.

Potter Violins is the best string shop in the country!! They are very knowledgeable on their fleet…read moreof fine instruments and provide excellent service.

This is purely for customer service since I'm still looking for my unicorn viola bow. I want to…read moregive a shout out to Yan who helped me test several bows. He was super friendly, knowledgeable, and most importantly patient as he took the time to help me try out bows in several price ranges. I now have a better sense of what I'm looking for as my search continues. I'll definitely be checking in with them periodically to see if and when they get new inventory. Thank you, Yan!

Ever since my first review over 14 years ago this shop keeps getting better and better! I'm used…read moreto other chain guitar shops that only chat with the guy who's with me but action music treats everyone the same! Hilarious (dis)respect! Jk. They are amazing and make everyone feel welcome! I stop by time to time to browse and purchase items or get service done. I would highly recommend as I was expecting a restring of an acoustic and a small electric guitar repair to take a few weeks but I was in and out in under 30 minutes. I really have to thank Mr. Matt and the rest of the incredible staff. It makes me want to continue my music journey and come back very often. A big plus is their location now. Parking is ample and signage is clear!

I want to thank Mr.Mike for helping me figure out if my parts were genuine. Awesome dude. Always…read morehelpful when it comes to gear! His Knowledge is very extensive and amazing! Love that guy! And also want to thank John and Matt for the Mods to my guitar. Its always love when i come here, i drive an hour in traffic just because i know these guys are human and know their stuff! Always good Vibes and Beautiful instruments here! If you want a Rare and Unique guitar or amp, simply walk in and see what speaks to your soul! Im beyond happy with my last visit. Legendary Guys and Legendary Shop. Thanks Guys

Luis provided fair estimates for our guitars, indicating that one did not truly need work. His…read morecareful attention to my guitar were spot-on, making it more comfortable to play, and better at holding the tuning. A meticulous, responsive professional.

Just left Luis's shop after having two ukes repaired - one midrange with the bridge peeling off,…read morethe other a very expensive custom instrument that had developed an awful buzz. He fixed the latter in about 5 minutes for $20 - best $20 I've ever spent. For the former, he gave me an overview of the issue, what he needed to do, and how much it might cost. He finished the job a few days later and charged me the lowest end of his estimate - he could've charged more, but apparently the repair was smooth and easy. It's good to know you're dealing with an honest man. I'll definitely be going back to him for any future repairs!

Though I loved the old Guitar Shop on Connecticut, this new location is just as convenient for me…read more I have owned a bass for five years.... FINALLY started taking lessons a few months ago with John, and I'm loving it! It's so much fun, and John is an excellent teacher. He teaches to my learning style, he's patient and thorough, and consistent with his reminders of how I should be playing (finger placement, posture, and all). Though his style may seem scattered at first, he really does a great job of building off of what we learned from the previous week while keeping it interesting. If you're like me and thinking that you'll eventually get around to taking lessons, DO IT NOW! (Before they realize that they're not charging enough!)

From the owner: Lessons offered on guitar (blues/jazz/rock/classical), bass (electric or string bass,) banjo and…read moremandolin to all levels of students from beginner to advanced, using a patient approach designed for relaxed, comprehensive, fun lessons tailored to each student. Formally at The Guitar Shop in DC for 6+ years, teaching theory, improvisation and repertoire building, supplying aspiring musicians with the necessary tools and materials to be successful. We specialize in showing students how to learn from and play their favorite recordings.