Used to take guitar lessons there before covid. Staff is really nice and helpful.
One of the last independent music stores…no lowest-denominator generic national averages here, just love for music and great instruments for fair prices.
Had my acoustic set up here. The work that he did was fantastic. Now it plays like a dream to the point of inspiring me to write new music. Feels and sounds like an entirely new guitar, in a good way. It’s exactly the specs on how I wanted it, and I will definitively be back. I trust this establishment one hundred percent worth my babies, and will not go anywhere else for the foreseeable future.
TLDR: Their work is exceptional to the point of inspiring.
The equipment they sell is great, and music lessons are the best!
Super nice people. Mostly never crowded. Great selection. Nice consignments too.
Nice beginner ukulele selection
This place has hardly any guitars there Used Guitars are way overpriced it’s like a big cluster mess in that place
2. Down Home Music Store
Address: 10341 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530 , El Cerrito , California , United States
Iconic record store in the bay area, been here forever! Roots, blues, folk, old-time, bluegrass… Just an absolute treasure.
One of the best record stores in the country, no kidding. Very knowledgeable staff and a broad selection of music.
Ain’t No Mouse Music is a documentary about Arhoolie Records which is housed in this same location.
Pretty vast selection of records. New arrivals seem priced a bit on the high side, but I did find some jems and a clutch of well-priced LPs in the 2nd/main LP room. Super friendly staff.
Love their eclectic music selection
Cool record shop featuring CD’s to the left room & vinyl on the right. Looked through the blues, jazz, soul/funk sections & they carry a varied selection at fair pricing. Some of the new cd’s were under $10. Cashier was friendly. He gave me a good deal on the 3 postcards i purchased. Will definitely be back to browse some more.
It is a sardine can (to small). You have to go out side to change your mind.
