{"id":49786,"date":"2023-11-17T17:13:53","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T17:13:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internal.musicgiants.net\/music-shops-sidney\/"},"modified":"2023-11-25T07:49:33","modified_gmt":"2023-11-25T07:49:33","slug":"music-shops-sidney","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internal.musicgiants.net\/music-shops-sidney\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Top-20 list of music shops in Sidney"},"content":{"rendered":"
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1. Corson Music<\/h2>\n
Address: <\/span>71 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 352-1477<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.5<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 61<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.corsonmusic.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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Great service.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Excellent service very friendly price friendly<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Good work<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Got a bass bag and some strings. Still using the 4 channel mixer\/amp I got from them a few years back.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Decent selection, comparable prices to the big name stores<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Very knowledgeable<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Stinky, dirty place, and not friendly at all.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Nice products but bad service. The gentleman at the counter obviously didn\u2019t want us in the store even though it was empty.<\/p>\n

Tried to make small talk and the guy wasn\u2019t having it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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I called today to ask about get the action lowered on my guitar. Keep in mind that I am a beginner and don\u2019t know a whole lot about this type of stuff. The person who answered the phone was far from helpful. He was condescending and rude and didn\u2019t answer my questions. Instead he just cackled when I asked clarifying questions and responded with sarcastic answers. I will absolutely NOT be taking my business here and did not appreciate the customer service or lack thereof.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2. Old Delhi Music<\/h2>\n

\"Old<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>Contact, Urbana, IL 61802 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(312) 869-9092<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.9<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 31<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.olddelhimusic.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Nic brought my harmonium back to life! He is professional, knowledgeable and a joy to work with.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Honestly, the only place to purchase a harmonium in the U.S. Nic not only does an excellent job setting up the instrument\u2013always needed after arriving from India\u2013but is super available for help and trouble shooting even years after initial purchase! More businesses should follow his example!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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I recently purchased a Bhava \u201cLite\u201d travel harmonium from Old Delhi Music. Before purchasing I exchanged email with Nic asking questions and comparing the Bhava to my old Bina. Nic set my mind at east that the sustain would be similar to the Bina. I ordered the teak edition as I was drawn to the dove tail construction and beauty of teak. I am so happy with my purchase! The instrument is simply beautiful, and it\u2019s tone and sustain are truly impressive. The harmonium came carefully packed and beautifully tuned. Don\u2019t hesitate to purchase from Old Delhi Music!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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I received a faulty instrument from these people and when I asked to return it they denied my request. Even though it was kept in a hard case which I also purchased from them. They were entirely at fault and chose to steal from me instead of being accountable.<\/p>\n

NEVER BUY FROM THESE PEOPLE. They will steal if given the chance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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3. The Upper Bout<\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>723 S Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 607-8132<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.9<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 162<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.theupperbout.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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TOP NOTCH customer service. Recently, I stopped in to have my guitar looked over before heading into studio the next day. It was a Friday night and just an hour before the store closed. Ricky spent two hours setting up my guitar and making some adjustments while keeping a friendly conversation with me as he worked.
\nRicky and his staff have always treated me with kindness and respect and their attention to detail is unmatched in the CU area. Highly recommended!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Super friendly people there. Felt welcome to try the guitars and many of them are hand crafted and high quality. We went here to buy bass but only three were in the inventory. Overall very pleasant experience.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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I was introduced to this place a few months ago by a friend. They are so accommodating, very friendly, and knowledgeable, their service is excellent and I could not imagine going somewhere else.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Very nice store for guitar players. Not a lot of options for bass players. Store is very clean and the store has a very classy look and vibe. Very nice selection of effects pedals. I will go there again. I would like to have seen more high end 5 string basses. But, I think everyone should stop by.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Good place to buy guitar stuff in a convenient location.
\nIt\u2019s kind of expensive, I paid $25 for two sets of strings when I go through them like crazy. This being the only place I buy strings nowadays I am now scared to break one!<\/p>\n

They have loads of guitars and amps to try out, as well as mandolins, banjos and other stringed instruments, makes it a great place to learn about instruments.<\/p>\n

I will purchase my next guitar here for sure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Be forewarned! If you are anything but an accomplished or professional guitar player they may not have the time of day for you! They WILL talk down to you, and make broad assumptions of you. Without asking me any further questions, because I said I traveled a lot, had a sentimental instrument that I didn\u2019t want to see damaged and didn\u2019t presently have a place to store it: the assumptions changed to me being homeless and I couldn\u2019t be pushed out of the store fast enough. Even when I asked about a simple $15 item. Oh and let\u2019s not forget the whole the salesman is talking down to me, he grabbing expensive guitars off the wall just playing them instead of listening to my questions. Nice job Upper Bout <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Brought in a broken guitar hoping to fix it. They were quoting me 4 times the value of a new guitar to fix it and kept pushing me to just buy a new one. I ended up leaving and getting the guitar replaced elsewhere<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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I put a guitar here on consignment that had a synth pickup and they straight up lost the synth. When I came in to pick up my stuff they just shrugged their shoulders like \u201cso what?\u201d<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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4. Vine Street Ensemble<\/h2>\n

\"Vine<\/p>\n

Phone: <\/span>(937) 654-1629<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span> <\/p>\n

5<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 11<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.vinestreetensemble.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

Reviews<\/h3>\n
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We had the string quartet play for our Allerton Park, Sunken Garden wedding ceremony, and they were AMAZING! We got so many compliments from our guests about how beautifully they played.<\/p>\n

Amanda was great to work with during the planning process- she allowed us to choose the songs we wanted played during each part of the ceremony and definitely catered to our specific style (having plenty of options for a mixture of classical and modern pieces). I truly feel that having the string quartet play added a more romantic, classy atmosphere to our ceremony and we were so happy with it! Highly recommend!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Vine Street was excellent to work with. They were accommodating, organized, and willing to go the extra mile. They learned two new songs for our wedding, and were willing to provide me with samples to practice the procession and recession. More important than anything, they are very talented and created the atmosphere we\u2019d hoped for.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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We hired Amanda Ramey to play our son\u2019s wedding. She was excellent. Donnie and Alex worked with Amanda on the timing and the selections. We could not have been happier. I recommend her highly!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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5. Piano Warehouse<\/h2>\n

\"Piano<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>28 E Springfield Ave, Champaign, IL 61820 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 352-7026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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6. River\u2019s Piano<\/h2>\n

\"River\"<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>2207 Rebecca Dr, Champaign, IL 61821 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 621-0148<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span>\u2606 <\/p>\n

3.7<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 3<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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Excellent, really know what they are doing.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The attention to details was excellent. Very impressed.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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7. See You CD & Vinyl<\/h2>\n

\"See<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>208 W Main St #2714, Urbana, IL 61801 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(765) 490-2743<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.8<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 57<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/seeyoucdandvinyl.storenvy.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

Reviews<\/h3>\n
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Best record store in Champaign-Urbana. Especially if you\u2019re into more independent music including punk, emo, etc. Also a great selection of all the classics. Found some items here that I never thought I\u2019d ever run across. If you like physical music then check this place out!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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A great hidden gem to check out if you\u2019re near that side of town!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Great selection and prices<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Smile more about the right way<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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One of the best record stores in C-U. They have a pretty decent-sized collection. A majority of it is stuff that you\u2019d never buy and the stuff you would buy is a little on the expensive side or gone by the time you get a chance to stop by. The owner, Jesse, is super friendly and very willing to help you out, negotiate pricing, and even order a new record for you if you want. Overall, the place is an average shop but the friendly staff is what keeps me coming back.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The employee was very rude. The front cafe employee told us we could go back in the record store but there was a note on the door saying \u201cbe back in 5 minutes\u201d the door was open and we walked in and just looked at some records. The employee then walked back in and rudely told us he was closed. We apologized, he said nothing, and we left feeling very unwelcome. If the store was closed, the door should not have been open and the sign should have said CLOSED, back in 5 minutes. Seems like a nice store, but will not recommend due to the rude encounter.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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8. THE NOISE RECORD\u2019S<\/h2>\n

\"THE<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>1117 W Beardsley Ave, Champaign, IL 61821 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 974-8551<\/a><\/p>\n

Site web: <\/span>https:\/\/the-noise-records.business.site\/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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9. Sandman<\/h2>\n

\"Sandman\"<\/p>\n

Site web: <\/span>https:\/\/sandman-merch.ueniweb.com\/?utm_campaign=gmb<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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10. Sidney<\/h2>\n

\"Sidney\"<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>Illinois 61877 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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11. Piano Network of Champaign<\/h2>\n

\"Piano<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>1914 Round Barn Rd D, Champaign, IL 61820 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 607-2660<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.7<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 9<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/pianonetworkofil.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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I bought an Artist Yamaha C6 Concert Grand from currrent owners Matt & Larry Waldhoff, which I love and still play every weekend at the Possum Trot Supper Club. I purchased it in 1997 when they were with Samuels. Fortunately they asked me in March of 2016 to help represent Piano Network a great new store in Champaign. I am proud to work for them, offering World Class Yamaha Pianos, Allen Organs,and high quality and guaranteed gently used instruments.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Great personalized service! Good price on my digital piano, Yamaha, and the whole set up!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Very nice place<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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12. Record Swap<\/h2>\n

\"Record<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>119 Lincoln Square, Urbana, IL 61801 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 367-7927<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.7<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 96<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.recordswap.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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Love this place! Outstanding selection with a wide range in pricing. How can you leave here without buying something?<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Best selection of used record albums, 45s, CDs, cassette tapes, DVDs, as well as t-shirts, stickers, buttons, carrying cases, display and storage racks, turntables, stereo equipment, and much much more\u2026 in the midwest. If you can\u2019t find it, ask! Bob might have it squirreled away in the back somewhere.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Definitely a local go to for used and new vinyl. Fantastic service, reasonable prices, and great selection of many hard to find records.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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They have a very good selection. Prices are reasonable.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Small yet enjoyable. The place doesn\u2019t feel like it has much personality or color, but the prices are kind and the amount of records there are very nice. One of the best places in the mall to waste a bit of time, even if you don\u2019t particularly plan on getting anything.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Record Swap offers used vinyl of varying quality at collector prices. I was hoping to pick up a few classics on vinyl at reasonable used prices, but what I found instead was a selection of classic albums for $15-25. I like buying vinyl, but I\u2019m not a fanatic and there is absolutely no way I\u2019m paying $15-25 for a well-worn LP when I can buy a brand new CD for $10-15.<\/p>\n

Sadly, you won\u2019t find any bargains here. Basically, if it\u2019s a classic album, you\u2019re going to pay extra for it. Even the most ubiquitous, widely available ABBA album is going to run you $6-10. It\u2019s simply too much when I can go to Exile on Main (also in Champaign-Urbana) and find it for less.<\/p>\n

The shop is dumpy and the owner is as apathetic as it gets. He\u2019s not a pretentious record store worker; he just doesn\u2019t care if you\u2019re there or not. This is not a huge deal for me. Really, it comes down to the prices. It\u2019s as if the owner thinks everything he buys is Near Mint and priced accordingly (plus a markup for popular albums), when most of the records are Very Good at best.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Prices are pretty high. If something isn\u2019t priced they look it up on Popsike and offer it to you at that price. You won\u2019t find bargains, but I found a couple disks worth keeping.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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13. StackMoneyGang<\/h2>\n

\"StackMoneyGang\"<\/p>\n

Phone: <\/span>(314) 695-6332<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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14. MethodBooks.com<\/h2>\n

Phone: <\/span>(541) 390-6779<\/a><\/p>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.methodbooks.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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15. Parasol Records<\/h2>\n

\"Parasol<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>303 W Griggs St, Urbana, IL 61801 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 344-8609<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.6<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 11<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.parasolrecords.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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This place is wonderful. And when I say that, I am being completely serious. The guy there was very nice, the prices were wonderful, and the selection was marvelous. I got a rolling stones vinyl for $2.50 (the cover was kind of destroyed but the music is what counts), and the total for four discs (genesis, elton john, rolling stones, white nights soundtrack) was only $20! Will definitely be coming back!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Best record store in town, bar none. Sure, maybe it doesn\u2019t have the selection of, say, Exile on Main Street, but there\u2019s still a darned good selection (with new stuff always coming in), the records are in good shape, and the prices are outright bargains. If you only have the chance to stop at one record store, make this the one \u2014 you won\u2019t come away disappointed, especially if your tastes skew toward the retro side of music.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Parasol is such a great store. The prices are very fair, and the selection is some of the best i\u2019ve seen in the area. The owners are also nice, friendly, and will help you find anything you need. I love the atmosphere (as it is located within a bike shop,) and their discogs section is also robust and large. Give this store a try!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Not a huge selection of records, but everything is easy to look at and good prices.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Has tons of records, pretty neat place<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Great little store! If you like late 70s and 80s alternative\/classic rock, this is the place for you! They have a relatively small collection(I sifted through most of it in an hour) but you\u2019ll find some pretty great bargains. It\u2019s hard to find stores these days where the prices for used records aren\u2019t jacked up to ridiculous prices and this place manages to have a great selection at affordable prices for a vinyl enthusiast on a budget.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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16. MADBone Inc.<\/h2>\n

\"MADBone<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>1213 Cambridge Dr, Champaign, IL 61821 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(917) 847-6755<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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17. Exile on Main Street<\/h2>\n

\"Exile<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>100 N Chestnut St #120, Champaign, IL 61820 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 398-6246<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.5<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 160<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.exilemainstreet.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Business hours: <\/span>

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Great little record store and more!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Great place, good selection. Amazing friendly staff! Bought my first stereo receiver and used record there. Record shop day \u201921 was great too! Stop in an see what they got!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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This record store is great! The owner didn\u2019t even really know I was performing that day but I came, performed had a great time, met some new people and really got a good taste of Champaign IL. I\u2019ll be back there on Tuesday Aug 8th!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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This record store is great, but it could definitely use more organization and cataloging for items. Vinyl and CD are fairly priced, and there is even retro games and magazines. Overall, a nice store to waste a few hours in.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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An interesting browse. A good selection of vinyl. The vintage clothes were way over priced.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Cool store. They have a heavy metal section. Which is my favorite<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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They certainly don\u2019t go out of their way to he you . They don\u2019t know whether they have the selection you are looking for because there is no order in finding vinyl. Shouldn\u2019t be hard to have vinyl in some for of order. You\u2019ll spend most of the time trying to locate what you are looking for. Large selection but all are in rand order. Too far to travel for this.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Video games are overpriced<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Records WAY overpriced, especially used records @ 50% or more over Discogs prices. New records priced over MSRP. Even used CDs priced too high. A shame because there is some decent stuff if you are willing to dig.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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18. Bull & Dog Co.<\/h2>\n

\"Bull<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>117 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61820 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.bullanddog.co\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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19. Larisa Chasanov Piano Studio<\/h2>\n

\"Larisa<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>405 Paddock Dr W, Savoy, IL 61874 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(217) 390-0881<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span> <\/p>\n

5<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 3<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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i have never had a class with Larisa, but she is my grandma! i bet her classes are great.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Best piano teacher in town! Every lesson with her is a blessing! \u2764\ufe0fHighly recommend!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Aside from being a virtuoso herself, Larisa is also an amazing teacher with the most delightful personality. I picked up piano again in my 20s after learning for 5 years in my childhood.<\/p>\n

I studied with Larisa for less than a year. During that time, I learned a wide range of music spanning from the Baroque period to the 20th century. She sets high standards for her students, but never intimidates. Instead, she inspires me with her passion and motivates me with her attentiveness to details.<\/p>\n

The lessons themselves are highly informative. Larisa is exceptionally good at explaining concepts that are rather abstract, including Rubato, Dynamics etc. She provides easy-to-understand clarifications on those concepts, which she draws from her decades of experience in professional performance. Larisa guided and pushed me to levels that I never imgained I could achieve. I believe anyone who has a heart for piano can benefit tremendously from taking lessons with Larisa.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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20. Swing City Music Co<\/h2>\n

\"Swing<\/p>\n

Address: <\/span>244 S Buchanan St, Edwardsville, IL 62025 <\/span>, Sidney <\/span>, Illinois <\/span>, United States <\/span><\/div>\n

Phone: <\/span>(618) 656-5656<\/a><\/p>\n

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Assessment: <\/span> \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u00bd<\/span> <\/p>\n

4.5<\/span>\/5<\/span> based on 23<\/span> evaluations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Site web: <\/span>http:\/\/www.swingcitymusic.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Swing City Music in Collinsville is a local treasure!<\/p>\n

\u200b\u200bI am ashamed to say that while I was once loyal to Drum Headquarters on the Missouri side, for the last several years my schedule has made it highly convenient for me to go online and order gear, sticks, what have you. \u200b\u200bEven though I work less than a block away from this location, I hadn\u2019t dealt with Swing City in many years since it was at the old location.<\/p>\n

\u200b\u200bI recently got into more of a recording project and I know nothing about home recording, mixing, monitors, etc. So I have visited with Art at this location now a couple of times. I want to stress here that after my recent experience of trying to learn about and purchase a wireless in ear monitor for studio and stage, I will no longer order ANYTHING from the big guys.
\n\u200b\u200bOne look around this store and I realized how wrong it was of me to EVER give my money to the Sweetwaters of the world and why it is so important to shop local for music gear if you have the opportunity. At this location, people are taking lessons, kids are learning to play, local artists music and merchandise is available for purchase, local shows are promoted and on and on. There are so few opportunities left in our area for any sort of music \u201cscene\u201d- places to learn, play, hone your craft, etc. but this is one of them and it is important that we support it. \u200b\u200b<\/p>\n

Art and Art Sr. and their team explained mixers, in ear monitors and different aspects of recording and sound to me, etc. clearly so that I could understand what was best in my situation and they didn\u2019t treat me like a dummy for being a 44 year old musician who should already know this stuff by now. They didn\u2019t try to sell me a bunch of stuff I didn\u2019t need AND as an added bonus they beat SweetWater\u2019s pricing on everything without me even bringing it up or asking ( I would have paid more for the free education that I got from these guys). \u200b\u200bStrongly recommending that everyone go here. They have an outstanding selection, great service (not a snobby guitar shop atmosphere), and they can get you what you need if they don\u2019t have it. Thanks for reading. Hope this helps!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Been a loyal customer for over 20 years. Staff knowledgeable and always willing to help. From rock band to school band, they have what I need.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Love this place. Really helped my son hone his guitar skills with weekly lessons. Very appreciative of their time and effort.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Probably my favorite guitar shop<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Two location. If they don\u2019t have what you need here try the store in Collinsville.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Staff is nice. Small store, but if they don\u2019t have it, they order it and get it to you within a couple days.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Was at the Edwardsville store this afternoon and one of the employees was very unhelpful and rude. Instead of helping he just told me everything was out of my price range. He doesn\u2019t know me or how much money I had in my pocket. Will never go back!.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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I use to be an avid customer. But I am growing more and more frustrated with the management. I feel like I\u2019m going into a sleazy used car dealership most the time and I am treated like a waking wallet. I\u2019ve bought some guitars and amps there, so I am (or was) returning customer . The employees act fake and I feel like everyone is treated like they are a child. I was going in there to look around if there was any new stock, the employee kept on hovering and was forcing me to play the instrument I didn\u2019t want to try.
\nHonestly, go to mojos. This place is as unpleasant as a guitar center<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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