I really don't know what that guy is talking about an "unfriendly treatment"…read more The only reason I don't give a 5-star here is because they don't always have what I am looking for. However, those guys at the store are always super nice and willing to help finding what I need, and they always offer to order it for me.

The skinny white lady was condescending right away. When I asked if there was someone older woth…read moremore experience on staff, she seemed offended saying "oh I didn't know there was an age limit on help." Trying to be polite by explaining would just prefer someone highly experienced she just said "well we're here." Not really answering my question. Upon deciding to go elsewhere She yells at me while im walking out the door "sorry if you think we weren't "experienced enough for ya!" A chubby white boy with glasses seemed to follow her lead also. Will NEVER go back and Ill be sure to share my experience with others.​

Being a kid that has a real passion for music (or books or any kind of art, really) at a certain…read moreage can make the world feel like a pretty lonely place. I vividly remember being that kid at that age and how much riding my bike all the way across the town I lived in to go to the local guitar shop on a Saturday just to be in a world that gave me a sense of belonging for a few hours meant to me. Honestly, it was sustaining in a time that felt hopeless. Reason I mention this is because my wife and I stopped into Jack's a couple weeks ago and I was taken right back to that experience and I was left not only impressed with how well virtually every guitar I picked up played, but by how supportive, encouraging and kind the owner was when just such a kid was in the shop with her dad, excitedly talking about sci-fi books with him. Honestly, he was just great. When the kid and their father left the store, there was a bit of a pause and the owner said to his partner/wife "What a smart kid!". This little interaction I happened upon made me a fan for life of this store and I just wanted to share. I was that kid many years ago and I can tell you for certain that the kind of kindness and encouragement the owner offered makes a huuuuge difference in what can be a difficult period. There are other things I could mention, like how the set up on nearly every acoustic guitar they had rivalled a Taylor fresh off the rack at Gruhn's. Or how rare it is to find such a great collection of under-the-radar gems and hand made local luthier boutique in one shop. But none of that floored me the way witnessing the owner's interaction with a fellow sci-fi fan did. These are good people.

Great repair work. Honest, knowledgeable and thorough. The store itself has a lot of great musical…read moreinstruments and equipment. Thanks Jack!!

Awesome guy awesome shop! Very knowledgeable and great with young people. If you are in…read moreMurfreesboro go by and see him!

I'm amazed but pleased to be the first to review Forrest York Guitars in downtown Murfreesboro, a…read moreplate's throw from the iconic City Cafe. Full disclosure: I knew Forrest back in the 80s when he recorded my band's music, but until the other day I hadn't done business with him regarding guitar repair or lessons, both of which he now offers. I took in my Martin D-15 for a simple restringing and was a little amazed, if I'm being honest, at the degree of care and confidence he worked. All the while, I badgered him with specific questions about how and why he was doing things I saw--being out of town, I need to be able to do this for myself. He was patient and careful, making this and that suggestion--strings and stringing techniques--and completing his work with the tiniest adjustment of the bow in my guitar's neck, something he'd noticed almost instinctually. I left having caught up on old times and holding a guitar that's never sounded better in its short life. Absolutely top-notch confident work.

At almost 60 years old, I decided to pick up the guitar and teach myself. I found a beautiful…read moreIbanez guitar, and they were great to deal with. When I picked up the guitar, they spent some time with me and showed me some of the features, plugged it into an amp, and did a great demo. Very friendly, & knowledgeable, great prices, and great selection. Now that I've played a little, I think I'll go and see what they have for amps!!

Money grubbers here. Go to Guitar Center. They want $5.00 for a damn cardboard box. Ridiculous.read more

In 1970 George Gruhn established Gruhn Guitars, which is one of the largest dealers of vintage and…read moreused instruments in the world. The "guitar guru" also plays with some curious new equipment as well. This shop is basically George. The first floor is available to everyone. If you ever get a chance to follow someone who invites you to the upper levels, go do it no matter how not into guitars you might be. Up there you will see the collection only extremely serious buyers and collectors are interested in. This also includes George's personal collection. (and most likely George himself) Beyond that there is also the shop where people with immeasurable talent turn broken guitars into back to life masterpieces.

Gruhn's Guitars is one of my favorite guitar stores. I travel through Nashville yearly on vacation…read moreand have been spending an extra night in town just so I can visit Gruhn's. Their selection of new guitars is the best I've seen. Besides the normal Taylor and Martin standard models, they have some amazing "Gruhn Spec" Martin guitars. My personal favorite is the Custom 0 Kenneth Pattengale Special. A few years ago I was trying one out, and George Gruhn himself came up to me and we had a conversation about the guitar. They have a wide variety of instruments, from standard flat top acoustics, to resonators, electrics, classical guitars, and even ukuleles. The staff has always been excellent, encouraging me to try anything I wanted, and leaving me alone to do so. But being available when I had questions. They have a good selection of guitar accessories (strings, capos, etc.) and a wide selection of Gruhn Guitar swag. I've bought Gruhn t-shirts every time I've visited and now have a wide variety. Parking in Nashville can be an expensive nightmare, but Gruhn's has the luxury of a private parking lot!

Great Instruments at fair prices. Excellent education and selection assistance. I am loving my…read moreAlvarez guitars. We have been back to see them each vacation and always enjoy their store.

From the owner: The "Fine Arts at" instructional and retail programs were established with Fine Arts at the Beach…read morein 2008 for the purpose of providing the highest quality instruction available in the fine arts disciplines. Through this arts education program, students gain the necessary skill and knowledge to effectively utilize their creativity in music, performance, and visual finearts disciplines. Our focus also provides students with an appreciation of how the arts affect and reflect our history and culture. Students are trained to use their artistic talents to inspire, teach, and admonish others, and to enjoy the art of making/playing music as a soloist or in an ensemble as well as other areas to benefit the worship life of their local church, and to enrich their community. Our Music Studio also carries quality musical instruments and accessories for both the student and professional at a family friendly price.

Fantastic prices and great merchandise. Went in for some guitar picks and ended up buying them and…read morealso some speciality ones as well and a special case. Really love this store. Will be back again.

I went to have an instrument repaired and looked at but the repair person was very rude and…read moreargumentative! It was like I was begging him to fix it! He has no clue on how to repair an instrument, in my opinion. No desire to help the customer just looking for an easy way out. I guess he is a salaried employee so he wants less work. I am sure if the owner heard how he treated me he would not be very happy! I mean I will never ever go there again! I Will never recommend it to anyone. One bad apple will ruin it for all the rest!

Super nice people! Came in for a PlayStation 5 and I Absolutely recommend coming here for anything…read moreyou're looking for!

First class people, and their knowledge of music production, gear, and repair is second to none…read more Don't pay Music City's prices. Drive to the stores in Manchester, Tullahoma, or McMinnville for the best deals (better than you'll find online) in music gear and repairs.

Carter Vintage was so easy to work with in consigning and selling my Gibson '57 Les Paul R7 Custom…read moreReissue for the exact price we put on it. It took about 8 months to sell, which is a little longer than I thought it would take, but I am thrilled with the result. During that time they assured me that my guitar would be insured and taken good care of while it was in their showroom, and it was! To me it was well worth their reasonable commission to have my guitar professionally photographed and catalogued among the other fine instruments under their sales management. Carter Vintage is only getting bigger and more reputable.

I first stopped by Carter Vintage Guitars when it was in the old location. I liked it a lot better…read moreduring that time. The staff was more welcoming. The selection had more vintage guitars. I think that another customer's review really hits the nail on the head -- this has now become a cousin of Gibson Garage. I regrettably have the same problem at Carter Vintage Guitars that I do at many guitar shops in Nashville -- no salesperson wishes to talk to me. I... apparently don't look like their target demographic. There's been quite a few recent visits where I can't seem to get a salesperson to approach me even though I am in the market for a new guitar. For now, I still have fond memories of the staff member at the old location welcoming me to Nashville. I still will keep the branded leather pick holder keychain. I just maybe will make my next expensive guitar purchase at Gruhn instead, where I haven't once had an issue of salesperson disinterest.