These guys are the best, very friendly, very welcoming, and in terms of business absolutely second…read moreto none. I've been buying and trading there for years, and have nothing but the greatest things to say about my experiences in every aspect. The Mantovas make it fun to peruse, play around, and add to your music collection.

My favorite music store around Humboldt. The guys are very friendly and really help you get what…read moreyou're looking for. Well stocked with both new and used gear and instruments. Pretty much everything you could need. I've seen very competitive if not better prices than the big guys like guitar center. Give your local music store a shot before buying anything online please!

During our Thanksgiving trip to Arcata, we ducked in here to look for some old vinyl. Considering…read morethe eclectic nature of this community, I was not all that surprised to find a pretty awesome little music store. Indeed, the personality of this business matches that of the greater community; that quixotic mix of coming to terms with your own minor quirks and foibles, along with the ability to laugh at yourself. Oh, and I love of just about every kind of music you could imagine. The store had all sorts of records, although these are not 1980s Woolworths prices. I think we spent about 25 bucks for an old GNR album, and found a cool little Grateful Dead piece of art. The key is behind the counter was much cooler than me, but just as kind... I like that when I go in the store. It makes me want to buy things. Other retailers in the Square should take note. All that to say, Arcata is a town with a flavor all its on, and this music store fits right in. I will be sure to stop in the next time I'm passing through to see what other treasures I can find in the stacks.

First went here in 1981. Love this store, glad it's still alive. Every time I go up to Humboldt, I…read morepop in.

Super knowledgeable and helpful people. I always have a great experience when I go here.read more

Not very impressed, by inventory or salesman. Been shopping music stores for 30 years, I'll order…read moreonline next time.

Super cool that this place is now in an old 1890's church. They use the chapel as a music venue…read more One of the girls working gave us a history lesson on the church's different purposes over the years. They have several coverts coming up so check it out!

Just stopped in Ferndale Music. They are awesome. Good selection of instruments, especially for a…read moresmall store, and the staff are very nice and approachable. Really good guys and a great little shop. I am not in the market for an instrument but I will go back and get a t shirt. My new favorite music store. Visit it when you are in town!!!

James knows his music and is a patient and helpful teacher. As a senior, self taught player, he…read moreprovided me with much needed direction across a variety of pieces including classical, blues, jazz, and popular. I appreciate his flexibility for scheduling lessons and willingness to go at my pace. --Dave

Working with James has been great and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn the…read moreguitar. He is knowledgable, patient, kind and was able to help me through the frustration that comes with learning a new instrument with admirable positivity/perseverance. It is clear he caters lessons to the individual, helping you learn what you want, based on where you are. Our lessons were fun and frequent and really helped accelerate my learning the guitar.

The first time I made a trip out of my way to go here they were closed.The second time, I was able…read moreto catch their business hours and mulled through the 1000 or so fairly requisite and median priced titles. The store is in the back of a bar, which is a cool concept, and has potential if the small stock of records were of higher caliber.The 3rd time I came through was months later, and most of the same stock was there with the addition of a couple more requisite and easy to find titles. After fading enthusiasm and another hour of my time spent, I realized that there were boxes on the floor which I missed the first time around. Out of a renewed hope of finding something to make it worth my time and effort I resorted to hands and knees diggin, but was quickly reprimanded and curtly told "those boxes arnt for sale" by the intimidating bartender who looks like an extra out of the movie Braveheart. After an hour of my presence in the shop, this Viking finally took some time to make a not-so friendly appearance.The fellow at the counter who I ended up talking with was very nice, and for that reason, I will be giving it an extra star making it a rating of 1.

This is the coolest store in old town the guy and his dog are so freaking friendly it was an…read moreabsolute pleasure shopping there and the prices were very fair! I found the selection outstanding they have old vinyl and some pretty cool stuff here. If you're nearby I recommend you stop by for yourself!

Was walking old town after getting some Los Bagels, bagels. Came upon this store across the street…read moreand my wife told me to look since I love music. There is a HUGE variety of music genres here, and the staff is incredibly friendly and very well knowledgeable. I was honestly just going to get one or two vinyls, but because of how knowledgeable the staff member was he was able to show me more vinyls from artists I had never heard before and they were honestly what I was looking for. I know everything about modern metal and rock, but I've been wanting to learn more about the early roots of metal, and I was provided with some excellent vinyls. I definitely recommend anyone who loves music (everyone) to visit this store and discover music through a medium that not many people listen to nowadays. The prices on their inventory will make you go back as it is a fantastic value for the quality of product you are receiving.

The Shadow Gallery is this groovy, hip little store located in downtown Old Town Eureka, CA…read more They sell VHS and DVD movies, vinyl records, comic books, older video games for older video game systems, and more! It was quite a trip down memory lane to peruse my way through this store! Cool dude working the store that day! Worth a visit! I love the name! #TheShadowGallery

So rad everything you would ever want to see is in this store you would be so lucky to find…read moreanything like it 10/10 amazing for everyone

I have very wonderful memories of this fantastic bookstore, nestled in the heart of old town…read moreEureka. Great selection of books from science fiction, mysteries, literature, poetry and even sections with more rare books and local Humboldt County history. There are multiple floors of books to explore and you can easily spend a day within the store talking about books with the staff, shopping for books, and living and breathing books. If you're traveling through Eureka and wanting a wonderful literary adventure, stop in old town and explore the huge variety of antique shops, used bookstores and wonderful niche shops that the city offers. It's well worth your time and efforts. I heartily recommend Eureka Books to everyone with a literary bent and a passion for books.

Such a charming bookstore with a great selection. A little on the pricey side, but easy to get lost…read morein for a while.

Update: Arrived…read moretoday and was ignored by the single employee who had her back turned to stock. Three of us waiting in line and when I asked her if someone was available to help us check or she scowled and huffed over. I also really really do not enjoy getting three different promotions shoved in my face (I don't blame her personally I blame FYE for making her do this) while trying to check out. Who even gets magazine subscriptions anymore? The headphones I bought (my fourth pair that are cheap AF but I love the color, that keep breaking) wouldn't even expand/open from their folded state. Immediately returned to the store to find 0 employees for FIVE minutes while I waited at the front register waving my arms at the cameras. I eventually just went and got the same headset and opened at that box, tempted to just walk out with it. She finally came out from somewhere in the back, told her the issue and left. She had to forcibly shove/pull the headphones I had bought with very loud audible clicks into place and then she couldn't even get them to collapse again. Cheap product as usual, and I told her I wasn't taking the risk with that pair and got the other which opened on the first try. It's a good thing I'm not a thief--this is Humboldt, folks, you can't have ONE employee working who leaves the floor for several minutes at a time and doesn't monitor your stock. Multiple employees have been awesome over the two years I've been here. Today specifically and especially Joseph got me hooked up with a device so I can stream DoTA2 TI9 on my tvand I won't miss a game!! He took more time than he needed to and went above and beyond to help me out. Thanks man.

Never had an issue with this place. I always find good deals on TV series and movies when I look…read more The customer service is good, and they ask if you need help finding anything.