I love the solder less jacks! Great quality and a good price. Much better to buy direct from Blackbird.
A pleasure to do business with. Aside from their high quality products, they are genuinely customer focused. A rarity these days.
The board I received was a little beat up. Was having a email exchange with the sales manager Casey. He just completely stopped responding and did not follow through on what he said he was going to do and replace the board.
3. Sublime Guitars
Address: 4020 Kidron Rd #7, Lakeland, FL 33811 , Winston , Florida , United States
I’ve been trying to get Sublime Guitars to contact me regarding returning a guitar for over a week and they are not responding. I have sent an email, left voice mail messages and have sent them 2 messages on Facebook. They do not answer the phone nor have they responded to any other form of contact. I’m still waiting on them to contact me.
4. Hi Tech Services
Address: 3910 Kirkland Rd, Plant City, FL 33566 , Winston , Florida , United States
Jeff was very helpful in getting my son a trumpet.
JC’s Family Music is amazing! They went above and beyond, driving 45 minutes out of their way, just to make sure my son had his violin for his lesson at school! They are so helpful, kind and truly care about children having access to music! I am truly impressed with their personable service! My sons happiness and preparedness was just as important to them, as it is to me. I can’t thank them enough! I would highlyrrecommend them for all of your music needs!
Family music stores are the best!
Loved it….
6. Guitar Center
Address: 3165 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33805 , Winston , Florida , United States
They have everything you are looking for. Plenty of music instruments, plenty of colors, and sizes. If they don’t have what you looking for, they will order it for you. Free music classes, good customer service, experienced staff.
Friendly, knowledgeable, helpful. Solid inventory of musical instruments and music oriented equipment and supplies. If you play music, whatever you play, you need to check out this place.pdlxlxllxll
I rarely review but this particular Guitar Center is the only place I shop when it comes to DJ Equipment. Ismael is extremely knowledgeable and helps walk you through everything you need to know about buying the right equipment for what you are trying to accomplish. The key there is the RIGHT equipment, not always the most expensive. That kind of help is so valuable. Today I went looking for a specific cable and Liz was so helpful. She had to go the extra mile to find what what I was looking for, but she did it with a smile and a super friendly attitude.
Guitar Center Lakeland is the best!!!
Great
I had a wonderful time I loved my experience at that place I will go again I gave it at 4 thumbs up thank you
Nice.
Did not provide good customer service.
There are many reasons why Guitar Center will not be in business much longer but here is an example of one of them. They (at this current moment in time) have a Kramer Focus 3000 marked at $299 which has a crack in the back of the head stock near the screws that hold the locking nut. It’s so bad that part of the head stock has already shifted due to string tension. I asked the latest associate in the revolving doors of associates how much with the crack. The associate went to find out and the guitar “tech”, their glorified string changer stated it was a finish crack. Unable to control my laughter, I responded with a chuckle that it is not just a finish crack. Then the associate told me that if I bought the guitar I could pay for the protection plan. What? So if I wanted to buy a damaged guitar, I’d have to pay MORE because it was damaged on top of the cost to repair it? I will no longer support Guitar Center, I will make the drive to Tampa or Clearwater to Sam Ash. It is apparent that they know what’s coming and have already checked out. Good bye, GC. Good riddance.
The November 2022 performance by Robert and Vladimir Tsypin was wonderful! Their selections were very pleasing and perfectly performed. The fine folks at Lakeland’s Beacon Hall Fellowship were most welcoming and hosted a fine reception afterwards so we could mix and mingle with fellow music lovers along with Robert, Vladimir and his dear wife. Thank you all for a very enjoyable afternoon.
Heard your mini concert at Black & Brew, excellent work.
10. Lakeland School Of Music
Address: 115 W Oak Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803 , Winston , Florida , United States
Great lesson today like always. My Autistic non-verbal daughter loves to play piano with Ms. Jessie. She’s the best!
Nice place. They are very friendly. My son is learning a lot!
Great Staff!! Great Atmosphere!! Highly Recommended!!
This is a great place to be. Three of my children have been attending this school for nearly a year, and has progressed immensely. Ms. Emily teaches my daughter the viola, she is beyond patient. I couldn’t have asked for a more supportive teacher. Ms. Grace Bell teaches my son the piano, they made such a great connection in such a short time, she is what her name says… And my other son plays the saxophone and to this very day he misses Ms. Libby, his new teacher is awesome as well. The only thing I’d recommend is siblings discount, besides that I wouldn’t change a thing.
My daughter loved her teacher even if she wasn’t learning as fast as she wanted but that was on her, not the teacher. That’s why we decided to go even having 3 classes left, and your right 3 ⭐️is not enough considering your low prices and your amazing teacher.
Thanks for the clarification of the no refund policy.
Wish your business all the success.
I’m very proud of our brother Luis Marte, performing with him as a member Strange Wayz he brought a smooth vocal and a great ear to our sound at the time songs like Dreaming,Strange Wayz Zone,I’ll be there to name a few infused us to the top of our game. Myself,CL and Dee are looking forward to recapturing that magic we had in our hay day. LMM is going to the top – Paris
Got to the studio and immediately Luis greeted me with a smile. He offered refreshments and right away we got to recording. We recorded an entire song quickly and it sounded very high quality.
The best parts about working with Luis and his studio are that he gets great sound in his studio. He has a great ear for melodies/ harmonies and he’s respectful towards your vision but also offers input on how to improve.
His prices are also fantastic! Cant wait to work again. Thank you for the experience Luis
Very professional and passionate about His craft! I found Luis Marte Music on google. I had a song that I had written for my mother who passed a way from cancer. Luis took my “heart”, my thoughts and helped me create a beautiful love ballad honoring her precious memory. I would recommend him again and again!
13. Dark Horse Music Store
Address: 105 S Collins St, Plant City, FL 33563 , Winston , Florida , United States
The staff is amazing! Everyone I’ve interacted with has been kind and very informative. Michael always offers solutions to help with repairs and the price is fair.
Bought a Dean Vendetta 7 String at an unbelievable price! The owner helped me every step of the way and answered every question! Great store, prices, people, and selection! I look forward to my next visit!
Great people!
It’s good what can I say there’s always somthing in there to do or see
Wasn’t at all like the pictures online. Only a handful of guitars, some cables, strings, and picks. They did say they were going through a remodel but it looked like it was more geared to other art and not so much music. The staff on hand were very friendly though.
Friendly and helpful staff… take music lessons, the store has music and equipment
currently in dispute with them over music lessons, and billing. My wife had to threaten with criminal fraud charges to get a call back from the manager. They picked up and moved in the middle of the night from one side of town to the other no notice not sign in window just gone. I did not find out till several weeks later what the new address was when they TEXT me about changing the lesson time.
The manager in talking with my wife said we show her signed in 6 times in January, she only went on Tuesdays and last i check there was only 4 in the month, so he is confused or some one is bad at book keeping.
First off someone has been deleting any negative reviews here. Second I was very dissatisfied with their knowledge and the instruments I purchased to put it in a simple statement I basically got ripped off by them. I would not recommend them under any circumstances. I have been a musician for over 40 years this is the only music store that I have ever put a negative review on that should be telling you something there. They do not have the knowledge needed to do any repairs a good chunk of their instruments or substandard they are also selling instruments new that are actually shop seconds in other words stuff that could be sold normally as new because of manufacturer problems. And if you happen to get one of these you’re tough out of luck and that was exactly what happened with me I have been majorly screwed over by this store and I’m speaking this from a very experienced musician
I drove two and half hours to support a small business only to realize they had the wrong listing on their site. I called before I left to make sure they had it. The owner was very rude and tried to sell me a used floor model for over what the listing was. Amazon is not the problem its small business owners not caring to connect with customers.
It’s great to have a local vinyl shop once again. Inventory is small, though, if enough people support this shop, it will grow. Prices are a little high compared to other options, but again, the more support, the more they’re going to be able to compete against the lower prices.
It’s absolutely worth dropping in to say hi and get familiar. They may have exactly what you’re looking for.
Great staff,great records,but it can be a bit pricey,
Great experience. Wonderful people. Good variety of LPs. So nuch goodness.
The person that was supposed to be the salesperson that day knew very little about what the inventory was they had and was not very helpful. He was more interested in sitting and playing on his phone.
If I could do a negative star I would. Called to inquire about buying/selling records amd the guy was very rude and abrasive. Didn’t even let me tell him what I had. Call next week when the owner here.
16. The Wax & The Needle
Address: 509 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33801 , Winston , Florida , United States
Love the place, great prices, you will find something nice. I did.
They were great. It was must 1st tattoo & I couldn’t have had a nicer or better artist. I was treated like family!
Great records for great prices
Awesome selection of music
Reasonable prices, some nice finds. But I long for the record stores of the past.
Nice atmosphere, but the vinyl selection sometimes feels like back closet choices
Came here looking for records. Honestly, there’s not much to choose from, lots of obscure music. To each their own, but personally didn’t find anything I listened to (60’s 70’s 80’s rock) Every time I go to Jesse Carl Vinyl in downtown lakeland, I always find something. Hopefully someday, they expand their inventory.
17. Dean Johnson’s Music Inc
Address: 38150 North Ave, Zephyrhills, FL 33542 , Winston , Florida , United States
Dean. Johnson very nice and very knowledgeable about the guitars and tends to customers request
Looking forward to doing business again
Thnk you Dean
So awesome!!! The hospitality and survive is phenomenal and the prices are so fair. It has now become my go to place.
I go there for all my music need’s . Everyone there is friendly as can be .
Good music store for lessons and most musical needs. However, seems there is always an item or two they do not have.
Great place to visit and if they don’t have it can find it the only problem for me it’s there is no hours of operation in the web site or Google.
Small shop couple of nice guitars strings that I needed
I will never order a guitar to be Fed Ex’ed from Dean Johnsons music again. 2 WEEKS ago I ordered the guitar of my dreams from this store. I live in La. After a week went by I was called and informed that my guitar arrived at Deans Johnson with a damaged neck so they were gonna have to order another one. I was told the new one would be shipped on a Friday. Well its the Tuesday after and still no guitar. I thought they would’ve had consideration enough to overnight it to me since it’s so late already, but I guess not. Hope I get this guitar sometime this week. Sincerely, Pacing and Chomping at the bit.
Hate this place, everyone there is so rude. I don’t recommend
Buyers beware! This guy is a scam artist. purchased guitar online and had it shipped and was unaware of extra fees that needed to be paid to have it released from customs which were way to much so informed seller of this and that it would be returned and I’d need a refund which he seemed fine about when I informed him … only to have him not reply or inform me at all that he had received item back once it was back in he’s possession. He did this deliberately to keep my money and to gain guitar back. I would strongly advise anyone not to do business with this untrustworthy person
18. Lakeland Piano Lessons & Tuning
Address: 122 W Beacon Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803 , Winston , Florida , United States
Expert care was given to the tuning and repair of my Steinway. I’m beyond pleased. Thanks for caring for my piano as though it was yours. I could not ask for better care and service!
Crazy story… an older woman from our church called us up to gift a piano to our family. My 15yo step-son has taught himself to play bits of piano music from YouTube & apps. Of course, having a full size piano was a dream to him so we accepted the gift. This thing hadn’t been touched in over 20+ years! Bruce, the piano guy, came out immediately to tune her up. He took a dusty antique and literally made it come to life with beautiful music. When we moved, we called Bruce to handle it. When she needs a tune up, we call Bruce. He’s super dedicated. Best part is he’s willing to fit into our crazy schedule and makes piano maintenance affordable.
We are so glad he returned my crazy call when I randomly dialed him up to request him “tune some free piano our family received.” Thank you, Bruce!!
Bruce has been tuning my son’s piano for the last 3 years. He’s also helped move the same piano 3 times over the last year or so. He is always professional, promptly on time and an expert at what he does. Bruce is a great professional and anyone and everyone should use him for your piano and musical needs!
Scheduled an appointment and I waited over an hour with no courtesy call that he was going to be late. When I finally reached him, he told me that it would be another half hour before he could get there. 90 minutes late for a scheduled appt is not acceptable considering he never reached out to tell me he was running late. Fortunately, I found several other piano tuners who were more customer focused.
19. Music Etc
Address: 6005 Miley Rd, Plant City, FL 33565 , Winston , Florida , United States
