Encore Music Center

Nov 2023

Here's the deal with small shops like Encore Music Center, they're a dying breed and nothing will ever replace them. Between the personalized touch of a musician who has taken a lifetime to craft their trade and then, turns around and is willing to share their hard earned knowledge, expertise and thoughtful advice with you, often times for free, on top of the ability to be able to handle whatever it is you're looking for, in person, to see it, feel it, play it, well all of that is priceless. Shame on us for looking for the better online deal, for trading the personal, for the impersonal, for trading the experience, for the virtual. Some day, sooner than later, we'll look...read full review

Sep 2023

Great local music shop. Good selection and folks there have been friendly, knowledgeable and approachable... haven't made any major purchases (like instruments etc) but have gotten strings, accessories and a little 'bench-work' there and couldn't be happier with the work and customer service.

Jan 2023

Brand new musician in training, I went in to see about getting the action lowered on my new mandolin. Since it's an inexpensive instrument, I don't want to spend too much.. I was advised about possibly re-stringing with lighter strings and/or possibly sanding the bridge down. Each of those services will run me more than I paid for the mandolin. LOLSince I'm a beginner, I'm ignorant about prices but $70 to change strings seems high. The man who helped me greeted me in a friendly way and even took the time to fine tune the instrument just to be nice! My 1st visit here but I'll be back. Decent selection and prices. Convenient location & hours.