Owner is a straight up cool mofo. Super nice guy that will help you out and not try to oversell something you don’t need.
Great experience, at least for an absolute beginner who wanted to buy a uke. I received excellent help selecting an appropriate uke for my situation — not too cheap, but not too expensive in case I never use it — and walked off with an Islander tenor, a tuner, and a carrying case. Very happy. Then COVID-19 struck, and voila, plenty of time to practice. So far I haven’t gotten good enough to play to humans, but my dogs like the show, and I get better every week. I recommend this friendly shop.
This is such a wonderful place. Got a truly beautiful ukulele, hes knowledge was so helpful. Am truly happy. Thank you again
Worst customer service ever. The man working there couldn’t even bring his head up off his iPad to acknowledge our presence. Too bad too because I was ready to buy a ukulele.
3. Da Treasure Chest
Address: 1000 Limahana Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761 , Kaanapali Landing , Hawaii , United States
This is a great music shop. I purchased a guitar and soft case there at a great value. I was visiting Maui for a few weeks and wanted something “not too expensive” to play during my stay. I figured it would be a throw away but Avi turned me onto an excellent instrument with instructions on how to get it home to North Carolina on the plane. I could not be more pleased with the guitar or Avi – Great guy great value. Note I saw Avi play during my visit – Killer.
The best music store on Maui!
Just got my new custom built Tali from Avi , he put a lot of time and love into it and create the perfect electric guitar for me. I got my acoustic guitar (Washburn) from him as well. If you want great gear at a good price and a guitar technician that knows what he’s doing go Lahaina Custom guitar!
Avi rocks! Literally and figuratively! Great gear, reasonable prices, personal service. Artistry from the tangible to the intangible. 5 stars are too few. I cannot recommend this operation highly enough.
A great place to get a custom guitar. The guy is really passionate and just loves music.
terrible service kicked me out when was trying out a guitar i was going to buy
Maui Music Mission is positively impacting the lives of children, youth and adults! Ruben Pali and his team of professional musicians are leading the way towards raising the consciousness both in life-skills and musical expression for the youth involved in the after school program. As an adult student, I am learning to express myself musically and am privileged to witness the joy, dedication and professionalism of Maui Music Mission. I highly encourage you to join their program and experience this opportunity for yourself!
Two of the greatest gifts I have ever given my wife!
1. A ukulele
2. Lessons from Reuben at Maui Music Mission!
It has enhanced and changed both of our lives! We have magic moments of our time on Maui and the joy of music that fills our hearts and souls with ALOHA!! The amount of pride that we share is incredible!!
Many mahalos!!
I was home visiting Maui for a few weeks and was walking through Lahaina Center. Then I heard some ukulele chords being played. I followed my ears and saw some beautiful instruments in the wall through an open door. I walked in and heard Reuben sharing knowledge and teaching a little boy some chords and giving him encouragement to keep practicing. It reminded me so of when I was a keiki and mom was teaching me ukulele and we would play together and sing every Friday night. Long story short- I ended up buying an awesome Amahi travel ukulele from Reuben. His aloha spirit and positive energy are infectious and he cares about what he does and it shows. So keep up the good work Uncle Reuben- I appreciate you and what you do.
8. IlluminationUnlimited
Address: 15 Hale Makai Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761 , Kaanapali Landing , Hawaii , United States
Long line, but we’ll worth it! Had the Island Latte, which was one of the best I’ve had!
One of our favorite spots in Maui, for coffee and breakfast. Located conveniently in Whalers Village. The coffee is good. The breakfast food items are also very good. There is often a long line that starts outside. Definitely stop by if you’re in the area.
Do not skip this place if you’re in whalers village kanapali, Maui. Yummy food. Delicious healthy options. Skip all the food and go there for every meal.
The island latte is super great: macadamia and honey. Acai bowls are also tasty. You’ll pay the price for it, but it’s Maui.
Went one morning and it was pretty good, went another morning at 9am and they were closed but they were supposed to have been open from 7am
Went here almost everyday for their açaí bowls and cold brew. Down side long lines and waiting- upside great food and drinks!
Alright coffee, kind of pricey. Took awhile to get my coffee. Poured milk in my coffee and it completely curdled. Told the staff and they gave me a dirty look, took my coffee, then took a little while to get me a new coffee and put new milk out. Probably will not return to this coffee shop.
I mean, it ain’t Starbucks so it has that going for it. Beyond that, it is overrun by tourists and the line stretched out the door. Coffee is pretty good, but I can’t shake the fake that the locals are not sipping here which tells me either the line or the coffee ain’t worth it.
Go to Island Press coffee up the hill. Well worth the walk.
They have a new kiosk that you have to order through. I ordered a medium hot late, and it came out over ice. I explained that I ordered from the hot beverage menu on the kiosk, but the barista informed me since I ordered a medium size, it came iced. They didn’t offer to give me what I paid for. IVC, if you are going to use tech to streamline things, you shouldn’t beta test on paying customers. I would have rather ordered through an actual person and received what I wanted.
10. Bounty Music
Address: 111 Hana Hwy #105, Kahului, HI 96732 , Kaanapali Landing , Hawaii , United States
Welcomed with many hellos, smiles and aloha from all staff. Experience was immediately welcoming, helpful and kind. So refreshing to have actual customer service that included knowledge, kindness and gratitude for coming in.
Much Mahalo for all the good you offer!
I am renting an aoustic guitar from them. They have been really responsive and helpful and I think the rental rate is great. As others have said, the store is PACKED with great gear.
On a recent trip to Maui I decided it was time to buy a good Ukulele to enjoy on my frequent visits, and to have a little Aloha spirit at home. Having played guitar for 30+ years, I knew a good quality instrument would make a big difference in learning and maintaining interest in playing the Uke.
I found that Bounty Music had the largest selection of Ukes on the island by far, and the staff were very nice and helpful. I felt they steered into a great instrument at a good price point. No pressure to up-grade at all.
Unfortunately I lost my new Uke (long story) a month after returning home. Bounty Music management was very generous with a replacement discount when they heard my story. I knew I wanted to up-grade to a better model, and again the staff was very helpful. Buying a musical instrument blind (or deaf in this case) is very difficult. I appreciated that the staff once again steered me to what they thought was the best sounding, not necessarily the most expensive instrument.
In sum, great selection, great customer service, nice people. Love my new Uke.
Bounty Music. They have been around for ages. One of the surviving mom and pop style shops catering to present and future entertainers and musicians. But, they cater to the professional musicians and entertainers as well. The staff are down to earth musicians so they understand the particulars of making a living and can understand what it takes to make a career or a side hustle and even as a hobbyist. They are here to help you with your musical needs. As a professional musician myself, I would like to thank Paul and his staff, personally, for all they contribute to the entertainment and musical industry on Maui. A Hui Ho !!
There is not an empty spot on the wall in here. Some beautiful gibsons
The only music shop on Maui. I spent a lot of money here on instruments. However, it is expensive. no competition sucks on Maui.
WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER!
Went in to Bounty Music for new Ukelele strings on Christmas Eve. The young man that “assisted” us was incredibly rude! Initially, he was troubled by the fact that there were two wound strings on my ukulele. Then, after not being able to locate the matching set of strings, he stated that he would just “eyeball it”. He became even more rude after the young lady told him to verify by speaking to someone else. He refused. We were so offended, we left. Not enough room to finish my review..
Horrible service, incompetent tech can never repair instruments never demonstrate a true sincere desire to help toxic place not a true music store what a shame!! don’t go there!
11. Living Sounds Audio
Address: 89 Kahana Makai Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761 , Kaanapali Landing , Hawaii , United States
Dan is great & this is THE place for buying or trading jewelry!
Great little shop. The staff are friendly. Prices are fair.
Love this pawn shop! Nice selection of knives. Dan was very friendly and accommodating.
Went in and did not know what to expect. They treated me well and I was happy with the deal. I may even go back and buy some things in there.
Horrible experience!!!!!
If you like to sell or buy stolen items this place is for you. The owner is a sleaze. I was paying on an item as agreed upon, and when I went in to pay it off, was told that it was sold. The owner said he was going to look into who bought it and try and get it back. He never even made an attempt. Do not do business with this place they will rob you blind. The place employees thieves and drug addicts. DON’T GO HERE!
Overpriced, dirty, sleazy owner who gets mean when you don’t buy his stock. Thoroughly unpleasant.
