very helpful and friendly associates. I came in needing to get a violin string replaced. My fine tuner was being cranky and gave the store associates a hard time, but they got it done. I’m very pleased with the service I recieved, and I wish I could tip them.
Knowledgeable staff, large selection and a pleasure to work with.
They fixed my old Ibanez that had super conplex and outdated wiring and set the intonation really well… it sounds great. Really good selection of mesa boogie amps too.
Good place
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Walked in to look at guitars, walked out with a KALA uke. Great little store. WILL definitely be back.
Used to have great service and great selection
We’ve heard good things about this place so we thought of giving it a try. We went there to rent an instrument but they said the one they have is being repaired. We asked for a return call once it becomes available so we can get it. Five days later and still no call so we decided to call them. Then they said it’s no longer available as someone else already got it.
Brought a bass with a maxed out truss rod to see if they could put a spacer in it. Their repair guy called me a few days later telling me that the truss rod was fine, and that it just needed a proper setup. I go get it and in the shop it looked fine with the action a bit high but okay, but when I got home I discovered that it was tuned half tone down, so no wonder it was fine: less tension, less bow. When properly tuned it still had the problem. So, don’t trust your repairs or setups to this store.
2. Music Exchange | Piano Store in Dublin, CA
Address: 7704 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568 , Dublin , California , United States
Music Exchange, is one of the best place to purchase a piano. I had a great experience with Gary and Mary. Gary explained me a lot of things that I needed to know. I will definitely purchase another piano here.
Awesome
This is a Yamaha dealership. You will get lots of Yamaha pianos and some other grand pianos as well. High end pianos mostly. Appointment has to be taken to visit this shop in these Covid times.
I like this store a lot. I’m from out of town but when I visit they’re nice enough to let me play on any of their pianos. They don’t sell sheet music but have a few books you can use while playing.
Nice showroom with lots of beautiful pianos. Gary was super helpful. Only complaint is they only carry Yamaha digitals, so can’t compare to their brands. That said I think Yamaha makes me of the best.
Gary and Mary are pleasant and helpful. Pianos are a big purchase item and it’s nice to have people who will take the time to guide through the process. Ultimately I purchased a used piano through a private owner, but wouldn’t hesitate to make a deal with Music Exchange if the circumstances warranted.
Be careful of this place, especially the after sale service. I bought a piano a year ago and it started to have quality issue, which I called the store several times to request the service under warranty. The store had many excuses and did not schedule the service or provided me updates for weeks. People there are very impatient and impolite when I called to check the service request status.
It is really sad that I have to give a 1 star review but all support ends after you have made a purchase. They say that if you buy a piano from them, the first tuning is free. We got our piano from them almost a year ago. After calling numerous times, and trying to get our piano tuned, and giving my phone number as well, I have never gotten an update or a call back. Every time, Ron, who is very nice to talk to, will say he will get someone and then nothing – no call back, no update. This has been extremely frustrating. I have been patient and understand there is some labor shortage etc due to Covid, but this takes the cake. I wish I had gone with a different business to buy our piano
3. Dubs Drum Basement
Address: 6715 Dublin Blvd K, Dublin, CA 94568 , Dublin , California , United States
Great to have a Ludwig and Paiste dealer close to home. Ordered two custom Ludwig floor toms to expand my kits and picked up a new Ludwig throw off per Darren’s recommendation which is awesome. Will continue to be a customer here. Darren knows his stuff. Also checked out a clinic here which was a blast.
If you’re a drummer you’ll love this place. Knowledgeable staff and a great selection of quality used and new gear.
This is a Drum Shop managed for Drummers by Drummers! My son needed a new kit and the experience could not have been more engaging. I’ve stood in lines for 2 hours waiting for a sales associates to grace me with their general lack of knowledge at some “big chain” music stores….. this was the opposite experience. Darren and his team didn’t try to upsell us but provided a number of different options at different price points without pressure or manipulation. Even better was the way the staff support my son demoing the equipment with encouragement and an inquisitive assessment of the best instrument we could have left with. THIS is the place to find great people who will devote their time to your percussive development!!!!
Shady owner who rips people off on Zildjian cymbal packs. Bad vendor, worse service.
Someone i know had a horror story trying to buy cymbals here..No excuse with the price of gear these days.
4. Music ‘N Motion
Address: 7114 Village Pkwy, Dublin, CA 94568 , Dublin , California , United States
I recently inherited a car that has an aftermarket music system. It sounded terrible and I couldn’t wait to get it replaced. I went to Music ‘N Motion after reading some reviews on the stores in the immediate area and spoke with Mike. After explaining what I was looking for, Mike asked if he could take a look at the system I wanted to replace. After about two seconds of looking at it he asked me why I wanted to buy a new one when the one I have is perfectly fine. He then spent a good 15 minutes showing me all the features and teaching me how to use it. Now it sounds great and I couldn’t be happier! Mike could have easily sold me another car stereo and I would have been blissfully ignorant about not needing a new one. Instead he chose to help me out and he didn’t make a dime. That’s doing business with integrity.
Great spot, super helpful and knowledgeable staff. Go to for lighting and audio needs.
Very nice people ,answer all my questions on my custom built. Good affordable price.
I found Music N Motion in the Pennysaver and was pleasantly surprised at the variety and quality of equipment to choose from. My vehicle presented some unique challenges, but through all of them, Michael consistently reassured me that they would do whatever it took to make me happy. Their customer service was far above my expectations and I drove away with two vehicles sounding great and a smile on my face!
The folks at Music ‘N Motion gave me fantastic advice about installing a radio in my car. Michael Misa gave the best advice. I’ll definitely be back there next time.
I went in for a calibration.
Mike and I may have got off on the wrong foot. I’m not sure if it was in my tone of voice. It seemed like he felt attacked. First impressions are the most important ones. Maybe my next visit will be different ♂️. Bring cash! And be ready to Spend some money.
“I’ll call you back”
But they never do.
If you don’t want my business, just tell me. Don’t string me along for days with no answer.
Its says they are open Sunday that is not true it’s only by appointment on Sunday I needed a quick part they were only open in 50 miles so i drove there 45 mins and they were closed
Good store, less assortment than other stores but more friendly staff.
If you love weenies, they have lots of them.
Good
Worst customer service in the Bay Area. Rude workers!
Ripped me off with guitar setup!!!
This store makes me feel like I’m a bother to deal with, Never works with you on discounting, and it just leaves an overall bad taste in my mouth. Go to Concord GC, or order blind from Sweetwater. You will get a better deal and better service .
8. The Playful Piano Studio
Address: 11420 Cresta Ln, Dublin, CA 94568 , Dublin , California , United States
My children have been taking piano lessons with Linda for about two years and we all feel incredibly lucky to have found her. Her teaching method (Simply Music) makes learning piano fun and engaging. We’ve done lessons both in-person and virtually with Linda and she is equally engaging in both formats. We love that her teaching style introduces kids to solo and accompaniment styles as well as music composition and a variety of genres of music. My kids love to sing along to most of the songs they learn with her. Linda also takes advantage of online programs like Tonara and Piano Maestro. These tools help students track practice, connect with friends at the studio and perform for one another virtually. Linda is calm, patient and humorous and challenges the kids to become independent and figure things out on their own. We are so impressed by how much they have grown since starting lessons at her studio. Thank you, Linda!
My teen son has taken “traditional” piano lessons in the past, but the social aspect of these group lessons make them really fun and motivational and he has learned a TON this year! Linda is always super positive & encouraging in class, whether the lessons have been in person or virtual. Speaking of which, virtual lessons have gone very smoothly during our shelter-in-place time. We’re so very happy with our experience, and my son is eager to continue!
Linda B provides amazing and fun piano lessons. My children were her students for several years. They really enjoyed and appreciated learning from Linda and exploring the world of making music on the piano. She is patient with her students and builds their confidence in playing the piano.
9. Music & Beyond
Address: 4560 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568 , Dublin , California , United States
My daughter recently started learning piano with Mr Nick and she is really enjoying it so far.
My son takes drum lessons at Music & Beyond and loves it! Really nice holiday recital.
Mr. Bill is amazing drums teacher. My kid loves it and looks forward to the class every week.
Good for beginner kids. They have private and multi student class format.price are competative.staff and teachers are very helpful.
Very unfriendly teachers and unprofessional people! They show they are very punctual and won’t let you come in for the class even 1 minute before your time but can let you go out 5 minutes before your end time!
10. Piano Kids Academy
Address: 7567 Amador Valley Blvd #300, Dublin, CA 94568 , Dublin , California , United States
