About The STARVING MUSICIAN - Santa Cruz

The Starving Musician has wonderful and compassionate staff who understand the emotional value of music instruments. They offer fair prices for new and used instruments, and go above and beyond to help customers find what they need. The staff is knowledgeable, helpful, and easy to work with, making the buying and returning process smooth. They have a great selection of music goods at affordable prices, making them a recommended destination for music enthusiasts.

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  • Feb 2026

    If I could give 1000 stars I would! These guys have been absolutely wonderful since I was a teen coming in with my dad, and through all these years theyre just as wonderful, the employees are absolutely amazing kind and so knowledgeable. I was intimidated to get back into playing and they met me with no judgment and pure kindness. I came in for an adjustment and the person helping me was so wonderful and made it sound so much better! They've helped me with drumsets, my guitar needs and useful tips in general, if you need anything at all definitely come here! Thanks to them for being awesome!

  • Dec 2025

    They are great! I brought my new floyd rose guitar to get new strings and they did the whole thing in front of me. 2 days later, I visited them again because my action was too high and Max had to adjust the neck with a shim and readjust the bridge which can be cumbersome and they did not even charge me for it. Best service ever.

  • Aug 2025

    A nice store with knowledgeable and helpful staff and all the things you could need from accessories to used and new instruments. Their guitar room is fun, and they offer music lessons in the store as well. Whether you're a seasoned musician, or just starting out, this is a great store to visit and learn more about what to buy, browse their selection, and get the instrument(s) you've always dreamed of!

Hours

Monday: 11AM - 7PM
Tuesday: 11AM - 7PM
Wednesday: 11AM - 7PM
Thursday: 11AM - 7PM
Friday: 11AM - 7PM
Saturday: 11AM - 6PM
Sunday: 12 - 5PM

Tips

in-store shopping curbside pickup accepts credit cards street parking, private lot parking bike parking

Location

1003 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz

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