Very helpful awesome place wish they had 6 string banjos
MW is a great place to get music & supplies. Staff are helpful…
Pretty nice place! First time I have ever been was last week and was surprised at how pretty the inside of the building was and the nice selection overall. They have some beautiful guitars in there that take up an entire wall!
My only two complaints is the drum section is cramped in a corner, and I wasn’t approached or asked if I needed help a single time. There was one other customer in the building besides me and there was around four employees by the counter. I walked around the entire store for about 30 minutes and not a single time was I asked if I needed anything.
Not a major deal. Nice store and I will be back!
It ok
They werent interested in helping enless you were buying brand new.
Case And bow is falling apart. I wouldn’t recommend musicworks to anybody. Complete rip off. I got a 15 inch viola and within a year I had to get rid of it, because it was poorly made.
They ended up not being able to fix my guitar. Horrible. They scratched the finish on my custom guitar. Didn’t put my pickups back on correctly, or even all the way. They also thought my input jack was glued in, when it clearly isn’t. Made a passive-aggressive about the guitar. Don’t take your instruments here.
2. Saied Music Co
Address: 2880 Point Cir, Fayetteville, AR 72704 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
Great area to buy and repair items of school instruments also very nice people
I don’t have much for you compared the store to so I can’t say I’d give it five stars but why not four. It was just a quick and easy trip where I was looking for a cowbell and wasn’t a hundred percent what to look for. There was a guy there who helped me I forget his name but he didn’t hesitate and I got what I needed.
Clean store, nice staff.
Do not let them store your debit card on file. I have an unauthorized charge on my account. ONLY PAY THEM THROUGH THE WEBSITE, NOT OVER THE PHONE.
When I got there I was excited to be buying a ukulele something I’ve been wanting since I was little and when I asked how much taxes were because $82 up from the $54 seemed outrageous the man said idk and didn’t even check it just took an extra $21 and when I was asking questions about other instruments he had. No information literally making me. Still waiting on the money to be back in my account had to go to bed hungry tonight
Awful service. Bought strings for my guitar, and since im not very good at putting them on and they were the most expensive strings, i left my guitar for them to put the strings on for me bc they said theyd do it for free and that they would call me within a day or so. I waoted almsot a week and figured that i must have missed the call and went there to get my guitar. They hadnt even touched it and told me that it would be several more days before they could get to it. I just went ahead and took my guitar. Never getting my business again im just gonna go to guitar center.
3. The Musician’s Exchange
Address: 2221 Alma Hwy, Van Buren, AR 72956 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
Bill and his crew have taken care of me and my family and my friends for YEARS. Prices are well within reach, whether your are looking for new, or gently used. I’ve taken banjos for repair, as well as amplifiers– again, repairs done in a timely manner and the price was extremely fair. Although I am nothing more than a customer, both Bill and Bob as well as Rachael and the others have always treated me like a king. I highly recommend this business. I can’t say enough good things about them!!
They carry a variety of used and new musical products. A fun place to browse and talk music with good people!
This place is very small and crowded with goods. Most of the things are for those who really want to rock out. Lots of amps and electronic equipment and electrified instruments. Very little acoustic. The photos you see on Google maps don’t quite represent as much what you see in the store because it looks from the pictures like there’s more acoustic than they’re actually is. But the staff seem to be very good at helping customers make decisions.
#accessibility accessibility is poor. There is a super steep ramp step to get into the store and then it’s crowded inside. My friend on crutches with a large service dog had a difficult time getting around inside. I had a small guide dog and found the quarters very cramped. I’m just mentioning this so that people will be aware. Next time I go in, I will leave my guide dog at home and use a white cane to navigate.
The vast majority of the store has everything for electric instruments. There’s a little teeny acoustic room in the back which is so small that you barely have enough room to turn around and certainly not enough room to change your mind. Again mentioning so the people know what to expect.
Had a hard time trying any of the basses or bass amps….nothing was even plugged in…..had to run extension cords all over the place . Then the basses and amps were so crowded could not move to even try the gear out. Didn’t feel like rerunning power to the whole department to try any other amps out. Shame would have tried more gear out….but just wasn’t expecting to hook it all up myself. Sorry guys you lost a sale….take ten minutes plug In couple bass amps everyday instead of sitting out smoking…..dude you know who you are….you shut the door on my wife as you went back in after your cig break….seriously….Shame store has potential
Drove by & stopped because I’m new to the area and was looking for a music store. I’m a new drummer, so I was only curious about their drum supplies. Sadly, they had very little drum stuff, with only a handful of used cymbals for sale on display that I could try out.
The few drum sets they had were used, in bad condition & were stacked (not on stands or with heads on them). So, I was a bit disappointed.
Store looked a bit old, dirty & run down. The two guys working behind the counter were busy chatting with regular customers, but did welcome me when I entered the store. They were pleasant enough (which is why I gave 3 stars instead of 2). Wish they had more quality drum stuff to offer.
Dropped a guitar off for the owner to look at. He told me over the phone he’d give $150 for it and only a few hours later when I came in to get the money he prints me a ticket off and hands me $100. I reminded him that wasn’t what we agreed on and all he said was “that’s all I can do unless you want me to undo the transaction”. Not good business in my opinion. He lost a customer over 50 bucks. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
And now he’s calling me a liar. This isn’t some story I made up when I was bored, it actually happened. Remember the guitar was dropped off so it could be appraised. I don’t enjoy writing bad reviews but this one was earned.
Dropped my guitar off before Christmas was told it would be ready 2nd week of January. Called 3rd week was told not yet. Called 1st week of February was told it was being repaired. Called 4th week was told it would be ready today or tomorrow. Still not ready. Called March 2nd was told still not ready had not started on it had no idea when they would start on it or when it would be ready. Then the smart ass says if I am in a hurry I could just come and get it he did not care.
Unfriendly staff
4. Saied Music Co
Address: 4300 Rogers Ave #55, Fort Smith, AR 72903 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
They are very friendly and have good service. I believe they are high on their prices.
Saied Music Store es una tienda para una persona que quiere aprender a tocar un instrumento. Los empleados son muy amables y son muy buenos para ayudar. Yo recomendaría esta tienda para alguien buscando su primer instrumento. También recomendaría esta tienda para músicos buscando partes para su instrumento. Lo único malo es que la tienda es muy pequeña y no hay mucha variedad para escoger.
They had the components I needed and were very helpful.
I showed them the kind of guitar strings I needed specifically not knowing entirely the name because they’re the experts right? I said I needed bullet strings for two fender guitars… they sold me a pack of “strings with the ball on the end” and when I opened the package they weren’t what I needed. A musical instrument store where the workers don’t know anything about musical instruments. Don’t waste your time or money or money, you’ll just be gaslit.
I bought a keyboard DGX-640 from this store which is cost $920. Then I realized the keyboard was not brand new and there was no box at all. Later, I did a research online, (Ebay, Amazon..etc.) and found that the original price was only $599 including everything. Most of the keyboards they are selling are not brand new at all. Be ware!
5. Beautiful Noise Music
Address: 213 W Arch Ave, Searcy, AR 72143 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
Jason is extremely knowledgeable and is very helpful
Perfect place for music lessons. Calm and very informative, my son is loving it.
Beautiful noise is the only place I’ve taken my instruments to be worked on in the last 20 years. Great work and affordable
I would like to give more Stars.however it is very small and only a handful of merchandise.they didn’t even have nylon strings.
Sry guys music store ? Not
6. Quattlebaum Music Center
Address: 101 W Arch Ave, Searcy, AR 72143 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
Quattlebaum Music Center in Searcy, AR, has friendly, knowledgeable staff working there. If they don’t know something about a feature on the instrument, they will do all they can to find the solution. We had a great experience while there buying the right keyboard for our church. Great Christian environment. You will leave satisfied. Thank you to all the staff for your help!
Had what I needed. Only wish they will stay open a little bit longer. At least one night
Small, quiet, local run music store. Good prices and owned by a knowledgeable friendly man who is happy to answer your questions. I’ll definitely be returning.
Good people. Good service.
Nice store….for yyyyeeaaarrss!!!lol
Great home town store
They are selling stolen property.
Very rude to my wife and all she did was ask a queston please don’t do business with these people we don’t need rude people in this town.
7. Remix Music
Address: 3855 Elm Springs Rd, Springdale, AR 72762 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
I just bought a mic stand and the keyboard stand. I love the service. 100% highly recommend everyone to purchase from this store.
Changed out the strings on my guitar while I waited, answered a ton of questions from a newbie, and even showed me how to do it myself with some tips.
Friendly’s staff knows equipment.
Firstly, this shop provides great service on guitars, setups and string changes. But beware of purchasing a guitar that is not currently hanging on their shelf. For example, the Fender American Professional II Strat, comes in 9 different colors. If you want a color that isn’t hanging on their wall, they will offer to get it for you, but it will be considered a “special order” and not eligible to be returned. This is an odd policy since they are an authorized Fender dealer. If you order the guitar direct from Fender, or Sweetwater, or any other online retailer, the guitar is eligible for return no questions asked. So essentially, trying to support a small shop will eliminate any guarantees offered by the manufacturer. Understand, I realize a small shop has limitations and must do what’s best for their bottom line. However, it was never communicated to me “hey if I order this guitar for you, it’s unreturnable.” The thought never crossed my mind to ask, since the item I ordered was a stock offering from Fender, nothing special or custom about it. It’s extremely surprising that a Fender dealer is not able to provide the same customer satisfaction policies that are in place by Fender themselves. Most of the guitars hanging on the walls are mid-tier or entry level guitars, so if you want something better, and you want the peace of mind to return it if you’re not happy with it, then I suggest looking elsewhere. If you need a great setup on your guitar, ReMix can do it.
We bought a guitar here for our son a couple weeks back. One guy was way too salesy and talked too much but I like supporting local so we bought one.
Went in looking for DJing equipment to start a new hobby. Got laughed at and was told this store is for real musicians. Went in thinking I could get advice and assistance on starting up a new hobby and instead got pushed out with no tips or advice to start this hobby. Defiantly taking my business elsewhere.
Didn’t like the guy’s attitude or the prices. I probably won’t be back.
Paid Remix $135.00 to put a new but bad Fender neck on my guitar. I Sent the bad neck back to Fender. They said it was warped on the 10th fret. Fender replaced the neck. Now Remix tech want’s me to pay again to install new neck. He knew the first neck was bad when he worked on it. My opinion is not good for Remixes Fender tech. The advise their tech Andy gave me, was to find someone else to install the neck.
This is not the kind of attitude one would expect from anyone representing a company as reputable as Fender.
I’ve played Fender Telecasters for 50 years. Had a lot of them worked on.
Never have I been treated as as poorly or rudely as I was at Remix Music. I’m sorry to have to leave this less than favorable post. But this is the way it happened.
8. Shuffield Music Company
Address: 610 Main St, Arkadelphia, AR 71923 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
A saw a guitar which was an Epiphone ES335 PRO. I talked with Erin and she was very helpful and professional. She took the time to describe the guitar and suggested I get the cherry finished and I did. She placed my order without any problems. It arrived at my home in 3 days just like she said. Took it out of the box, no damage at all. I recommend this place highly. And I would like to give Erin high marks and the entire staff an A+
Took my first lesson there. Super great instructors and staff. Will go out of their way too help you.
Saw a grand dad type come and pitch a fit wanting a refund or exchange because he picked out the wrong 25$ dollar mic stand and was too lazy to return it within the allotted window he eventually got helped but screamed like a hateful baby and cut in line in front of three people who were waiting like some narcissistic jackass. I waited patiently with a separated shoulder while this guy got attention. Kudos to staff for their patience but I should have been helped first. You learn not to cut in line in gradeschool this man must have a kindergarten education.
Great selection and prices on new stuff. Only complaint is they do t give much on trade ins.
Love guitar center, but being a pianist, there is rarely any inventory to look at besides lower-end model keyboards and equipment. I would love to see a change in this so that they cater to more than the guitarists and drummers.
Just like every other guitar center
Aron Baker drop the ball twice .when running promotions and not following up.
Nothing in stock. Kinda rude.
Was greeted, pointed in the direction of guitars, then treated like I was a burden for the rest of the time. There was a condescending undertone in the answer for every question I asked. I was buying an entry level guitar for my son, but If I was spending more money than that, I would have went somewhere with a more inviting customer service.
10. Music City
Address: 5121 Warden Rd Suite A1, North Little Rock, AR 72116 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
This is a follow-up on my last review of independent music services – I brought my socks home after they fixed it again because it dropped on the floor before I can get out the door – there was so great they fixed it for free and took it home and I’ve been playing it then one day I picked it up I and one of the keys just fell off. I knew it was one that was broken when it smashed on the floor they put it all back together and it worked fine for a week or so but the post that fell off they couldn’t have known that it was compromised by the fall. I took the saxophone back two them and they fixed it again for only 25 dollars! Like I said in my previous review THESE GUYS ARE OFF THE HOOK AWESOME!!!
Did an incredible job on my flute. Excellence . Top notch work
Did excellent work on my old trombone, very nice people!
Very helpful and informative
I came in with a horn to have repairs done to it. I needed to have my saxophone’s neck recorked. I needed additional repairs, but above all needed the recorking. The repairman came up, looked at the instrument brand and said he could do nothing for me because if he broke something, he would have to make a part. I thanked him and walked out. I thought by the ratings that this would be a location with skilled craftsmen, but instead feel like it’s people prone to mistakes so they can only work on standard brands and not all instruments. I’d consider calling before coming. They are the only place around for quite a distance and driving over 60 miles to be treated like this felt very awful!
I love these guys! Great products @ competitive prices and very knowledgeable of products they sell. 5 + stars.
great
Old friends I’ve known for over 50 years. Always friendly and good price.
Great people, a very old store
I went into to buy a guitar. Very small selection
Lots of sheet music and DVDs but it is all on the computer today. Wonderful people. I wish them well!
My visit was to test the integrity of an electric guitar I had. Spoke to the guy behind the counter. (The one with the gray streaked goatee). Told him I was preparing to sell it via Facebook, and all I want to do is see if it sounds as it should. He said it was ok I was like great thanks. The buyer was from outta town and was shopping for guitar supplies. She had just bought amp still needed a cord possibly more. Asked her to meet up there since she was just down the road. She wanted to go in do to the rain. Instantly he started ranting that he’s a business man a professional and I was shady for what I had done. I was very polite. My reply ( I’m sorry I brought you a customer sure she meet up with me to buy a guitar for cheap but she still may need something) she was there for his childish act. ( she replied I do need a cord) He didn’t even bother to respond to her. He looks at me says someone smells bad like cigarettes… Wow 0 stars for your sir. Where’s your public relations at. Your welcome for that sell.
14. Palmer Violin Shop
Address: 1043 W Walnut St, Rogers, AR 72756 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
I have rented, bought, fixed, and traded violins here. Mr Palmer is always so nice and the quickest at getting things done. 100% recommend.
Beautiful! The smell is great, the instrument quality is astonishing, and He fixed my violin in less than an hour! If you participate in an orchestra, I would definitely head over there!!
Very knowledgeable.
I only logged on to ask if this music store sells or had violins for sale. Can anyone answer this for me ? This is the closest music store but also an hour away and I don’t want to drive there for no reason. So I’d appreciate if someone could give a response and lmk if they do have violins. If not then anything close to a violin such as a viola. Thank you. (:
Billing issues on return violin but was promptly corrected with great costumer service
Good rental prices
15. Big Event Music
Address: 149 E Grand Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
When and to check this place out and I received excellent service. The worker was very knowledgeable about things.
Good prices. Friendly, helpful, and honest people.
Great music store. Very helpful. Seems they pretty much have it all.
Does it have a recording studio? I want to make a song
Very Helpful! Thank you for your service to our community.
These guys are always willing to help and are really knowledgeable .
Not enough inventory
I bought a lot of things from Brent when the store sold instruments and amps and was always happy with them. Unfortunately, things have changed. I brought a guitar in that needed a rewire job. I was aware they were busy with festivals but they kept my guitar for 2 months and finally called and told me they didn’t have time to fix it. Needless to say, I wont be back.
I bought everything from guitar cases to a JBL top of line PA from them before I found out they are totally BOGUS! Sold me used merchandise as new, then got an attitude when I called them on it! Cuss me out when you’re a thiefing liar? I don’t think so! I wouldn’t buy a guitar pick from these people!!!
16. Beautiful Noise Music
Address: 3205 E Race Ave, Searcy, AR 72143 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
It’s a good place! The person that owns it is a good man.
Keep it up
Terrible. Doesn’t listen to recommendations. I told him I wanted the neck of my les paul bolted on, but he insisted on glue. Because of him using glue, after two days of getting my guitar back, the neck came off. Terrible business. Definitely not worth the money paid.
17. Mainstreet Musician Supply
Address: 201 N Main St, Nashville, AR 71852 , Sesa , Arkansas , United States
