I have never met anyone like Mr. Jordan -- he is truly a gem . Not only is he incredibly…read moreknowledgeable about music and instruments, but he is also a gifted artist and a genuinely kind human being who treats everyone with respect and integrity. He is someone you can completely trust. His shop is fascinating, but what truly makes it magical is the passion he pours into his work. Whether he's crafting instruments, carefully helping you choose the perfect one, repairing a beloved piece, or patiently answering a thousand questions from an 8-year-old, his dedication and love for music shine through. Places like this are rare. We came to pick up a violin for my daughter, and thanks to this wonderful experience, she continues to love playing. A poor instrument can discourage a child from learning, but a good instrument can inspire confidence and a lifelong passion for music. I feel so grateful for the opportunity to support his business, and I truly hope more musicians will visit to see his amazing work and show their support. Don't order your instrument from Amazon -- go see Mr. Jordan first. You won't regret it!

I went to see John for to get some new strings for my banjo. While I was there he was also able to…read morereplace one of the tuner buttons that had cracked. Very nice guy and good experience!

I can't say enough good things about my experience with Langley at Chasing Tone. Incredibly…read moregracious with his time. I had some fret buzzing on a higher end acoustic. He made time for me same day. Walked me through all his suggestions to fix the issue and factored those to my playing style. Price was absolutely fair and he had it dialed in and ready for pick up the next day. Beyond fixing the guitar his willingness to let me pick his brain on all things guitar was a value in itself. Having a resource like Langley with a wealth of experience and a willingness to share his knowledge is invaluable for guitar enthusiasts!

Langley helped me with my Taylor gs mini guitar. He walked me through his thoughts and gave me a…read morefew options and the rationale behind his suggestions when I requested intonation and action to be adjusted. Overall really happy with Langley's professionalism. My guitar sounds much better and is much easier to do bar chords now that the action is optimal.

Always good to have a new guitar set up properly. Had Joe set up my new Bass...Plays perfect..im a…read moresenior with many basses...but never could set one up..Thanks Joe

I had a guitar that had been handed down to me from my stepdad. It was a beautiful Gibson acoustic…read morefrom theb60's. I asked Joe if he could take a look at it and he said yes. He did an amazing job giving this guitar new life. He was thorough, capable and caring in his process. I an't recommend him enough. My guitar looks and sounds amazing

Our so take lessons here. He's always excited to go and the energy is always positive .read more

After talking at length with a sales person on the phone, my blind music partner and I were assured…read morethat the guitar and amplifier we inquired about was in stock. I did not mention that we travel with her Guide Dog (Ferguson) from Guide Dogs For The Blind in San Raphael. We arrived, having traveled an hour from El Cerrito, fully prepared to spend ~$4000, and see if they could order another $4000 worth of gear. While attempting to seat my Blind partner with her pup, a short, young, bespeckled man rushed over and said "No dogs allowed in here." I quickly informed of the "Guide Dog" status, to which he replied "Doesn't matter- you can't have a dog in here". I gently informed him of the law, via ADA, and he repeated, "Doesn't matter, you cant have him in here". At that point, the man behind the counter shouted, over a few customers' heads, that he had allergies and we need to get the dog out. I told him we'll be leaving, but that he should familiarize himself with possible exemptions of ADA rules. My feeling is, that if we had been treated more politely and professionally, we would have been happy to return later, when he was not present, to consummate a win-win deal with a different sales person. Seriously rude treatment from both staff members. This is not a misinterpretation of the exchange; these guys were crude. I am neither vindictive nor litigious by nature, nor is my Blind partner. But in this case, she is seriously considering action.

Great, honest music shop! The owner(?) gave is a few different options when quoting a guitar fix…read moreand was very clear about what we needed to have done.

If you want your guitar set up correctly then this is the place. Dan is the man. I really…read moreappreciate his knowledge of guitars and how easy it is to work with him. Thank you!

Just had my Taylor guitar set up here. It sounds, looks, and plays better than it ever has, and…read morethey had it done in three days. If I could give them more than 5 stars, I certainly would.

They have a great choice of instruments. My daughter bought her first guitar. They were very good…read moreat explaining all the information so we could take an informed decision. It was well priced. Overall a good experience.

Very easy transaction. We went in and they showed us The product. Went over thoroughly our options…read morefor lease to own, etc. it's a no frills, compact, simple store. Just has the necessities and I appreciate it.

Bronstein Music is a little off the beaten path. It's in the alleyway between Grand and Baden…read moreAvenues (enter off Linden). I was very impressed with the wide selection of books and learning resources for aspiring musicians. They also had many accessories at attractive prices (such as music stands, tuning instruments, books, capos, etc.). This part of the shop deserves 5 stars. I'm sorry to say my experience with having my old guitar worked on wasn't quite as good. Maybe I didn't communicate the situation properly. When I went to pick up my guitar, it still needed work. They did it, but it seemed like it took more effort than needed to communicate the problem. 5-stars for a store and people who care about music. 5-stars for the selection of learning resources. 3-stars for my experience with repairing my guitar. Overall 4-stars.

I'm so pleased with the service I've received from this wonderful local shop. Adam ( the owner )…read moreset up my new Stratocaster and fixed my Martin so perfectly. I feel like I can play so much better now. It's nice to practice without the stress of knowing the guitar is just not right. Extremely happy!! The entire staff is friendly and very helpful. Definitely getting my next guitar from Mountain Music!! I know they will help me get the perfect guitar.

Craig and Gregory both so lovely and kind as I walked in and quickly bought a guitar to learn on,…read morenot even remembering which way to hold it ("are you left handed?" - Craig) Gently mentioning lessons, picks, etc... yes, please, and I promise I'll be back. A very cool space run by nice people who help, don't push, and don't make you feel dumb for not knowing anything. Love a local business too.

I came in after getting curious about buying some piano sheet music, and a quick search online said…read moreC&L was an option. I figured it wouldn't hurt to come by, since I had to go to Costco for something else. After I was done with Costco, I stopped by and waited for them to open. Mark, one of the owners, helped walk me through what I was looking for, and he was really kind and helpful. He said that they don't have a whole lot of sheet music and stuff with the advent of the internet, but I did find some good deals and music. I told Mark that after several years away from playing, I wanted to get back into the piano and was looking for technique books to help with my playing form. He walked me through their selection, between Faber and Alfred, so that was really wonderful. This place was a truly wonderful experience, and I'm found them. I would definitely come back.

Good people in a changing business climate. I was impressed with their throwing us and helpfulness…read moreeven if they didn't have exactly what I needed. They weren't hesitant to recommend others for work they didn't do

100/10 - This place is a hidden gem. If you run into Brad even better! He made my whole experience…read moresuch a pleasant time. I came in with my late Dad's guitar neck fully broken. Brad said that he'd personally make sure that it's fixed to his standard. Very reasonable repair price as well. Not only is Brad awesome, but the store has what you need. Whether it guitar picks, strings, keys, or curious about lessons, this is the place to go. I'd HIGHLY recommend this spot! - Vi

We love coming here! My daughter is 7 and learning the piano. We started with the Music Discovery…read moreclass and were able to sample different instruments like the drums, ukulele and piano. The instructor's are kind, patient and build on the foundations each week. Very happy to have Consumer Music in Vallejo.