Great staff and even better prices! Stop in and check out the inventory as it changes quite often. Much more personable and cheaper than the big name music stores.
Love stopping into my local, neighborhood music store Mad Music. The guys that work there are total pros, the used gear is some of the best and the prices are deal-worthy. Picked up my first Supro amplifier and love it, brand new quality at a very reasonable price.
Mark was pleasant as he let me demo a bass amp. When my bass started acting up he even cleaned the jack to allow me to properly the demo the amp on my own instrument. Ended up buying the amp, a 500 watt Fender Rumble 500 watt V3 combo. Looks like a cool place, wish I had more time to explore. Price was fair. I hope to return again.
Guitars and selections ok
Nice people and helpful.
Great tambourine
I purchased a FENDER frontman25R guitar amplifier from the owner .He told me it was a red leather special edition. I traded the FENDER 25R in at a local music store they showed me online the amplifier Mad Music sold me sells for $90.00 I got $40.00 the amplifier. I’m very upset that I trusted the owner of Mad Music he grossly overcharged me I will never recommend anyone to buy from him. Mad Music totally screwed me over!
Called store and Customer Service is non-existent, felt like I was bothering the guy. Spoke as if I was annoying him. This attitude just cost them a sale. If I could go as low as 0 stars, I would.
WOW!!
sorry to have to report this… Following a $1100 guitar purchase at MadMusic, got home plugged it in and realized I had a switch problem, called MadMusic and was promply told I didn’t know what I was talking about when comparing the guitar to one of the same make & model two years apart. I reluctantly opened the pickup cavity to find electrical tape failing Solder joints and floating bare wires, explaining the crackling clicks pops and inconsistent sound coming from the switch.
Not willing to even entertain the possibility there might be a problem with the instrument I just purchased, i’m left with the opinion, and I must report… these folks are liars and misrepresent the products they sell. What a drag, seemed like such a cool place.
3. Moe’st Everything Muse
Address: 5208 66th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Best repair service and what a great guy. Love everything muse and moe is incredible
Moe fixed my guitar and it plays better than ever. He’s a nice guy with a passion for helping people, not just music. It’s the music shop i was looking for. Thanks, Moe!
Great shop, and Moe’s the best.
I know Moe personally and he will go the extra mile to make you happy and give you the best deal possible.
Lots of instruments to choose from
4. Gandy Smoke Shop
Address: 4644 W Gandy Blvd Unit 9, Tampa, FL 33611 , Gandy , Florida , United States
BEST SMOKE SHOP IN TAMPA !
Amazing customer service 10000% recommended. Amazing Variety !
This is a real smoke shop. It has everything you might be looking for. Not much selection in CBD flowers, but that is true almost everywhere in Pinellas and Hillsborough. Prices seemed high, but Bryan came off retail price on dome Blue Goose flowers. Overall good experience. Will go back.
Charging $120 for a Puffco 3D chamber that’s $75 from Puffco MSRP not even wholesale which is what they would pay, probably $35-$40. $80 markup is wild. 200% I would stead clear of this place, highway robbery
I walked in and the cashier was helping a customer, and then it was my turn, I asked about vape juice mentioned a brand that I liked and when he said he didn’t have the brand I liked that was it He stopped helping me and moved on to the next customer.
They sell old vapes that surprise don’t work. I literally got one today and didn’t notice until I got home that it’s over 2 yrs old.
To be honest this guy presets are state of the art he’s very talented if you dont use his presets to honestly be truthful your loosing he is talented af
VALUABLE PRODUCTS, SMOOTH WEBSITE, EASY TO YUSE!
I spent years trying to figure out how to mix vocals through bad YouTube tutorials that made it way harder than it needed to be. With Baywood’s presets, it made it easy for me to learn and allowed me to create literally 10x more music at a much higher quality than I had been before. 10/10 recommend!!!!!
6. Sam Ash
Address: 13133 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Really disappointed in the guitar selection at the Carrolwood store.
as a store, they offer a good variety with knowledgeable sales staff, as a repair service, they fail. took in my strat to have it serviced. 130 bucks later, the problem was still there, and quite noticeable. i wont give them a chance to redeem themselves, they had the opportunity to do what was right when the guitar was in the shop. they’ve lost a customer for good, i’m afraid.
buy your stuff there if you want, but find yourself an independent luthier for repairs.
i really, really wanted to trust these people.
only 2 stars because their inventory in all Latin percussion instruments is very minimal, all stores are more concentrated in guitars, basses and pianos. They can’t even answer a basic question on this topic. Apart from the fact that they don’t even have a simple basket to carry small instruments, and I had to help myself with everything, even the drumsticks behind a counter. nobody welcomes and the atmosphere is sepulchral in a store where the main theme is music
We hired a string duo to play before and during our ceremony. It was such a beautiful touch to our wedding. The string players were prompt and professional and played beautifully. I loved getting to enjoy their warm-up rehearsal while we were taking wedding party photos before guests began to arrive. We requested a special song for us that wasn’t in their repertoire and they accommodated us. We appreciated it so much!
Sunset Strings played at my wedding ceremony in May at the Gasparilla Inn and they were wonderful. Eric was so helpful helping me select songs and everyone loved how they played the upbeat songs on the strings as well. I highly recommend Sunset Strings for any wedding or event!
Erica from Sunset String was professional and great at communicating.
Perfect touch to any ceremony or event. The performers arrived on time and did everything the client had asked from them.
Can’t wait to work with Sunset Strings again soon!
8. Steinway Piano Gallery Clearwater – Formerly The Music Gallery of Clearwater
Address: 5990 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33760 , Gandy , Florida , United States
We just bought a piano from this store yesterday and it was a delightful experience. It’s so nice to have people that know their craft so well and that are happily willing to help and serve.
Update:
Today they delivered the piano and set it up and even wiped it clean for us. Bryce and Pedro were so pleasant and accommodating. This team of people have met and exceeded our expectations on every level. So happy to be playing away today!! ♥️
Arrived on time – delivered quickly, friendly and good setvuce
Have been there for 3 concerts now..an awesome place to go and catch a free piano concert, sometimes accompanied by guests who play other instruments as well. Highly aesthetic w/ all of those Steinway pianos around. Just fantastic!!❤️
They have wonderful piano from upright to baby and grand pianos.
Lots of nice pianos.
Nice but very tiny parking for music recitals
I searched (googled) for the new location of Piano Distributors and the paid search result came back with this store’s address. Highly unethical and probably illegal. I wish I could select less than 1 star!
Place is very unprofessional. If your credit isn’t great they dump you to the side. Never call back and never work with you. Beware SCAMMERS
For CHARLEY (Says he’s an owner) I’m not one to write reviews but I’ll put this out there for anyone who enjoys BAD customer service. If you want to be treated rudely and get disrespected then this is the place to do business! Ask for Charley at the front.
9. Sam Ash Music Stores
Address: 923 McMullen Booth Rd, Clearwater, FL 33759 , Gandy , Florida , United States
I always have the best experience when I go to this Sam Ash store the costumer service is amazing and the employees are knowledgeable and are ready to help
As visitors from Canada who dropped into this Sam Ash store during our holiday, we wanted to say how very appreciative we are of the help and advice we received from every one of the staff members we had dealings with here. We’re delighted to give them these five stars and would recommend Sam Ash to anyone in need of musical assistance!
With sincere thanks from Wendy and Jim
Very good class.
The only reason I don’t give 5 stars is out of the 4 times I’ve been there I ran into one little glitch, so really it’s 4 1/2, and having owned and run a full-line music store like this (smaller) I fully appreciate what they have going on here — impressive.
A big store, lots of equipment. They have a pretty good selection
I accompanied a friend looking to purchase a keyboard. Bought a Yamaha Keyboard PSR ew310. Great place if you are interested in music. Many types of instruments. I like music…..but I’m not a musician. Musicians must love this place….no matter their level of knowledge or musical skills. Two days later they purchased a keyboard. Interesting all of what they wanted were from opened boxes. The salesman ended up ordering a new one for my friend from their warehouse in Tampa.
I hate leaving bad reviews, but it’s deserved. The staff was unwelcoming and seemed like a bunch of people called off. It literally felt like a giant storage unit band practice got done, and equipment was just laying around disorganized. There were dead, belly up, roaches laying on the floor, and the vibe just sucked hard. This place used to be awesome. What the hell happened? Lol. Guitar Center is smaller but way better, staff, smell and vibe.
I sent my trumpet in for repairs stating “I need my second valve spring replaced and a cleaning”. However, the only thing i received was a cleaning and polish. So now I still have a trumpet with a sticky valve, that I was overcharged for. Would not recommend and not coming back.
Bought a mic right after work. As soon as I started to slide it out of the box noticed it only had a one ring seperator on the tip, instead of two, so I knew it wouldn’t work and slid it back in the box. This was a cheap #15 mic. Took it back the very next day and this $15 mic was scrutinized like it cost $1000. Does it smell to you? what is this speck? , etc. Now I get it, why they check it out. What I don’t get is insuating I abused this expensive mic to the point I never want to buy anything from this place again. Costly mistake on their part over a cheap bulk item. Makes me think that anything I bought there that might be defective will be deemed my fault. So much for that drum set I had my eye on for a while. Oh, btw, I did get the refund, but that wasn’t the point. It was the attitude from the girl behind the counter more than anything. I don’t like being blamed for things I didn’t do.
10. The Vibe Music Store
Address: 6126 N U.S. Hwy 41, Apollo Beach, FL 33572 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Hidden gem! Excellent customer service. They offer classes and have great prices on their instruments. Had my sons guitar repaired here and Marty took care of us with great communication and quick turn around. Highly recommended you stop in and check this place out.
Great place and great people
Awesome place for jamming on Tuesday nights….
Just picked up my Les Paul from repairs done by Marty at the Vibe. My Guitar now sounds great after Marty did some wiring work on it. Strongly recommend this Place for any repairs…..
Doti and Terry are wonderful! I love family friendly small businesses.
We have left three voicemails in the last week to see about music lessons for my child and not once have they returned a call. No one ever answers the phone. Doubtful they can stay in business with these practices. We won’t be calling again.
turned away because i refused to wear a face diaper. when you want to return to reality, I’ll happily come in for a guitar lesson. Thanks.
Been there 3 times at a normal hr after work at around 3-4 pm. Every time door was locked 2 times saw someone inside who did not come to the door. I was ready to purchase a new guitar with. Cash in hand each time. Also get my drum kit repaired. So willing to spend quite a bit of cash. So disappointed. Closest store to me. My money went elsewhere.i will not step foot in this place if the doors are open.
11. Guitars Done Right
Address: 34026 US-19, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 , Gandy , Florida , United States
He always does a great job when I utilize his services. Always provides detailes on what he will be doing, thank you!
Bill is a great guitar guy. I have bought two instruments from him, great prices and set up perfectly. I have also had a guitar set up by him and and even wrote an article about it. He is passionate about music and guitars and provides friendly and honest service.
Positive experience.
Does a decent job with a straightforward set up, which he did on my Gibson LP Junior.
Porque te atienden bien si no encuentras el material o instrumento q necesitas te lo ordenan y te lo manda a tu casa
Ok, but the owner was very dismissive, and seemed only interested in selling me a $10 book. I might have walked out of there with a new guitar if he hadn’t made me feel so unwelcome.
Google needs to make it very clear that this isn’t a store. I followed the directions and pulled up to a house, then called the number. The owner is very sweet and fixes guitars, operating a business out of his house. You can’t buy strings or anything else from this business.
12. Seminole Music
Address: 11920 Seminole Blvd, Largo, FL 33778 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Had gotten a used Alvarez AAT34/BGE from my honeys pawnshop and the floating bridge was off, throwing my entire intonation off. I barely know anything about guitars but I explained my situation and these guys took care of all my needs. They helped me pick out the strings for the jazzbox and it took them less than a week to get it back to me.
Seminole Music can have my business anytime.
Great place,,awesome environment staff was very kind
Very friendly snd helpful there. And reasonably priced. Would highly recommend them
Get rid of website til there is info on stock
Local musician here, I bought a pair of sticks here in a pinch before a gig. They broke before my first set was over. 10/10 will not be back here for any gear. 2 stars because the guy behind the counter knew they were cheap sticks.
Keep up the good work!
Went to check it out – it appears to be out of business!
13. Target
Address: 3625 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Great store for one stop shopping. Especially love their Greeting Card Section!!
I’ve been here on a few occasions and every time I have gone the store is clean, the associates are very helpful and they care about the customers. The merchandise was very well placed, all merchandise fronted, easy to find the price. The holiday department was busy, yet all merchandise was in order and nothing out of place. There were handicap carts available. It was easy to obtain assistance from associates when needed.
Friendly service.
The mask ordinance which is not in line with local ordinance. Read it carefully, it does not actually require masks.
My family and I were definitely not fans of this Target. It is small and had an awful smell at the front of the store. The only positive thing that we noticed was that the employees were very friendly and helpful.
When I went in, the store was extremely understaffed and Brandon who I think is a manager was unprofessional and ignorant. Not only was he rude to me but I witnessed him being rude to his own employees, this location needs a new management team!
Target Targets children with trans ideology. Target wishes to indoctrinate kids with PRIDE ideology from the first months of their lives. They have also said they removed their product or moved it to the back but did not. Target forces kids to walk past the pride section to get to the kids’ area. They also support GLSEN, a hideous and extreme trans-pride indoctrination group. They have hired a Satanic artist to design their latest collection. Crazy. Target currently has a queer diary for pre-adolescent kids. Target also has presently a child mannequin in pride gear next to an adult mannequin in adult pride gear full of nude people.
14. Armadillo Enterprises
Address: 4924 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Hello. I need help. They brought a guitar from Canada 20-25 years ago, as I was told. But I don’t know if it’s original or not. The number on the last fret of the neck is 10037.
Here is a photo of the guitar, number. fretboard, tremolo. Sincerely, Victor.
I went here with my daughter to take the Dean Guitar Factory tour and I was so amazed at all that goes into making guitars. I thought that every thing was done with machines these days but surprisingly most of it is done by hand, so you know your guitar was given some TLC during the creation process. I would highly recommend the tour to anyone who is even remotely interested in seeing how guitars are made plus it’s free so why not.
Products are amazing, but u can’t get a hold of anybody
Recently had a problem trying to find a replacement DC adapter for a ddrum kit and Mike and Danielle came through for me with flying colors! Much appreciated!
I ordered a guitar from deanguitars.com over a week ago and I haven’t heard anything about the order, they won’t respond to emails or phone calls. If you are thinking about getting a Dean guitar (or Luna guitar) then I’d highly suggest getting it from a retail store of some form (website or brick and mortar store).
The sound of the The sound of the high tide 8-string ukulele is great. I loved playing the instrument.
Unfortunately the bridge exploded off the instrument. I understand that some instruments have problems and that’s why there is a year warranty.
I returned the ukulele in September 2020 and it is now March 2021 and I have gotten no replacement.
Repeatedly I have been told there is a problem with the shipments. The customer service representative is no longer responding to my calls or emails.
Replacement order# 1400716
15. Guitar Repair of Tampa Bay
Address: 7705 Ann Ballard Rd, Tampa, FL 33634 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Great service and their prices are excellent, I was surprised at the cost since they had to do some additional repair work, it was really reasonable and totally worth it for my el-cheapo. Playing left handed means guitar buying can be a nightmare and I really loved the tone of this guitar, so having it repaired means a lot to me. These guys are the bomb.
These guys really know their stuff!
Great people!
Adjusted my Jazz Bass…very good service…by appointment only…during COVID
no walks in welcome & voicemail is full; so effectively, no way to do business with these folks until they get things more organized.
No doubt is the best luthiers in Tampa but don’t bring your low end guitar to this place don’t wanna get my experience long month and one week with my epi Riviera after that have to go back to straight up a mess with the strings and still having problems don’t take me wrong this guys are the best but only if you bring to them highly brand name guitars they don’t perform good cheap ones is a shame i personally love this people but not suitable for my crappie guitars epis good luck if you bring one of tihs
16. Tampa Fine Arts Academy
Address: 2148 Ashley Oaks Cir, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 , Gandy , Florida , United States
The team is amazing and help students virtually and in person. They have multiple talent shows throughout the year. My kids enjoy it. Not sure if there is a state wide music certification that they could link to so that it will be an accomplishment for the students in future.
My teacher Sam is the best and the staff always makes me feel like family.
Wonderful school to learn and grow in the arts. The staff and teachers are outstanding. A special shout out to Evan who goes beyond and above!
Nice and talented teachers. $110 a month plus extra fees like $40 cancellation fee and registration start up fees . Must Autopay but if you cancel after mid month Larry still charges your account for whole extra month so -2 stars. I believe this is a fair rating.
My daughter loves her guitar lessons. Friendly and encouraging atmosphere!
Great experience, friendly and communication is good.
17. The Getaway
Address: 13090 Gandy Blvd N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Have a painkiller and some oysters! Great view and atmosphere. Usually have really good live music too!
Dined at this place, my favorite restaurant in the city. Beautiful atmosphere, incredible menu, friendly staff.
Love this place. My new favorite place.
This is a great “getaway” for lack of a better word. Conveniently located right off Gandy Blvd this spot is tucked away on the water allowing access by car or boat. It’s also connected to urban Kai, a great SUP store so you can also jump on a paddle board for some fun on the water with no boat. They have great food and a little beach for kids to play on too. A perfect place to hang for a couple beers or an afternoon of fun in the sun.
The view is beautiful 🙂 Service was good. Ordered Chips and queso after viewing the online menu and photos from the table top QR code. Received a basket of Tostitos chips clearly not what the photo presented and cost to venue much less than the 11.00 they charge lol! Queso was nothing to be desired as well. Ordered a Cuban and unfortunately they are not familiar with that sandwich either. I will be back for the drinks and atmosphere though 🙂
The food was just ok
The venue is awesome due to being on the water, but check your bill!!! the waitress tried to pull a fast one! The bill was 406 for lunch! But we bought drinks so although high it seemed feasible. Asked for an itemized receipt and the tip was already added on! The original receipt she brought for us to pay had the total and a place to add a tip, NO MENTION OF A TIP ALREADY ADDED IN!! Watch your receipt!
My last review of The Getaway was awesome. Gonna give it a break for a few months. But we’ve been here several times since and it’s not the ultimate experience it was. Each time their blender is broken!! This is weird and unacceptable! We spent enough money there these last 3 times to buy plenty of blenders!!
WHAT!! No Oysters AGAIN!! This too is unacceptable. Management isn’t attentive to their customers! What happened!?? Went to Hula Bay for the 5 doz oysters!
Waitress (Hannah) was hard-working, quick and attentive!❤️
The experience is nearly always horrid. The service is terrible and you can tell the staff are all miserable. The food is subpar, but the view is lovely. Pre-Covid it’s often too difficult to get a decent parking spot due to the uneven gravel lot.
18. Music Go Round Bradenton
Address: 5108 15th St E Unit 204, Bradenton, FL 34203 , Gandy , Florida , United States
Great local business with tons of beautiful instruments for great prices. I only bought guitar strings here, but the owner was extremely friendly and knowledgeable
I bought a used guitar two weeks ago and a piece of it came unglued. I returned it back to the store , they gave me store credit toward another one . They were very nice about it , they gave me no problems with trading it in. I would highly reccommend them and I will definitely go back. I like my new guitar very much.
BEST PLACE IN TOWN FOR MUSIC! Unlike the other music stores, they actually have a nice selection in vintage gear with competitive prices! and We’d know! family owned and operated! SUPPORT LOCAL!!
Nice price’s
Experience wasn’t so pleasant the 1 times I visited ugh especially October 1 2020 after I spent 465 bucks for the lady in the store to be rude to meUgh
A little light on the trade in prices but other than that great selection and customer service
Huge store full of stuff nobody wanted, staff, management, & owners are clueless. They care more about policies than customer satisfaction or sales. Save you time & money & either shop Amazon or one of the many other stores in the area
Liars and worst customer service ever at least they refounded quickly but lie on the cell and then lie like they never meet you the worst business ever!
store is kind of preoccupied. i go there to get supplies for my parent. i mean its a music store. i listen to music my parent sends me to stores. i find its okay but who knows
19. FLY GUYS BARBERSHOP
Address: 10387 Gandy Blvd N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 , Gandy , Florida , United States
It’s hard to find a barber that takes their time and gets that edge right! Thanks to Ray, he got my son looking fly!
really good vibes. i was a walk in & sam took me right away & did an amazing job
I like the atmosphere and I always get a quality cut.
Ask for banz. My guys hooked it up in 25 mins. Cut and beard.
Went in at 2:50 on Sunday and guy said they’re closed. Sign and online says they close at 4. If I came in at 3:30 I’d get it but he would’ve had plenty of time. Sh*t business practice.
Got the opposite of what I asked for. I asked for a fade and keep the top long, he chopped it all off, shaved off my widows peak and the whole time put me on his live without asking. Not coming back.
I had an appointment no answer. When I showed up doors were locked when stating times were off dramatically of what was stated. Bad impression and lost alot of business.
20. Music Matters
Address: 4112 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34655 , Gandy , Florida , United States
They are great with the kids and give each their individual time. It’s a feeling of true love , interest and development! We will come back for years !
Great selection of guitar at reasonable prices. Had guitar lessons with Kevin learned more in a month then the 2 years I was self teaching.
More of a place for music lessons than a music shop, but does include a variety of guitar equipment although a bit pricey. The cashier wasn’t too personable, however a friendly and knowledgeable gentleman (could have been an instructor or owner) helped me choose the best pick for my guitar.
Great Instructors. No pressure, ample space and knowledgeable staff! Great place for lessons!
Edit: Owner offers whole string change for free. 1 star to 3 stars.
They charged me 5 DOLLARS for one guitar string change. My E string broke and they previously replaced it for free so I bought a pick holder for my guitar. So I came back, and thought I might buy some picks or something if they did it for free or for cheap again, but then the guy at the counter says it would cost 5 whole dollars, 2 for the string, 3 for tuning and setup. The tuning and setup took 30 seconds.
Go somewhere else for string changes or learn it yourself. That’s what I’ll be doing.
If you want to be argued with and insulted when you are more informed than the ‘tech’ go here. Tried to sell me a used accessory out of the ‘techs’ bag for triple the price because the store didn’t have them. Then I showed him the price for a new identical piece and he got flustered and agitated
Very overpriced. Music matters is a very stuck up environment and they treat their customers like imbeciles. We won’t be back here.
My daughter joined the band at River Ridge and this was the store that they recommended to purchase her instrument I did purchase her instrument over a three-year time. Making my monthly payments and then four years later I come back after it’s paid off try to return it or sell it back to the music store we purchased it from so that another student could potentially use this instrument and learn how to play it. The owner of the store says he does not buy instruments back. So now this will just sit in my closet for years to come. Thanks for passing on the knowledge to other children. I guess Music doesn’t matter!
