The Candyman Strings & Things

The Candyman Strings & Things is a welcoming music hub and education center in New Mexico, serving a diverse clientele from families to professional musicians. The store offers a variety of services including repairs, commercial sound installation, and instrument rental. Customers praise the friendly and helpful staff, who provide excellent assistance in selecting and purchasing instruments. One customer bought a Taylor acoustic guitar at a fair price, with the store arranging shipment to North Carolina. The store's inventory includes a good selection of guitars and amps, and they are known for having competitive prices. The staff is knowledgeable and easygoing, many of them also musicians, sharing their expertise unstintingly. Customers find the store well displayed, accessible, and a Santa Fe institution. The staff, including Raven and Tom, are praised for their friendliness, welcoming attitude, and helpfulness, making every visit a very good experience. The store also hosts community events that are always a blast, solidifying its reputation as one of the coolest music shops in the area.