New York Music Emporium

Jan 2024

I came here to get my newly gifted Gibson Les Paul that my wife purchased from Guitar Center worked on. Unfortunately, the guy at GC took it upon himself to lower the action and made it unplayable with fret buzz all over the neck.Looked online for a place to bring my guitar to get setup and this store was one of the places that were highly recommended. Called the day before and was told it would take 2-3 days for the guitar to be set up which I was fine with. Went there the following day and was taken care of by Mike, the owner, who listened to my complaints about being unable to enjoy my brand new Guitar and was able to squeeze me in to work on it while I waited.He made...read full review

Oct 2023

I saw a one star review when scrolling through, someone named Kristen I believe. Didnt even have the decency to say what the issue was. I have never had an issue since 1988ish, so I was confused. Then, I clicked on her profile and saw the only other review she ever left. A 5 star review for Sam Ash! Know we know what we're dealing with....Whew!!!I've been purchasing instruments and music gear from Music Emporium since the late 1980's when the shop was half the size. The staff has always been super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The store is kept immaculate and just has a really cozy kind of feel. The instruments are kept in a temperature and humidity-controlled...read full review

Sep 2023

People who write these reviews are usually the ones who loved the experience or hated it. My advice is to just go there and see for yourself. If you don't like it, leave and that's that. If you like the experience and do business with them, I'm sure you'll enjoy being part of the NYME "family". There's a reason why I have been taking guitar lessons there for over a year now and bought 3 guitars (Fender 12-string acoustic, Fender Stratocaster, and Yamaha acoustic) and the coolest Epiphone Les Paul electric ukulele, as well as a bunch of other items. It's hard to find a good, friendly small business these days that treat you special. I found one. Check it out.