The best guitar stores in Arizona
Ranked by the players who actually walk in and plug in — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 56,183 reviews of Arizona stores. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true guitar & music stores only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Zia Records (Thunderbird - North Phoenix)
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,543 reviews · Phoenix, AZ
Music & movie retailer with a large selection also selling novelty items, apparel & video games.
“Love Zia. Are you looking for a nifty gift? Go to Zia. Are you looking for a good read, regardless of genre or type? Go to Zia. Do you like it when the staff is knowledgeable and w…” — D
#2 Bookmans Speedway Entertainment Exchange
4.5 ★★★★★ 4,616 reviews · Tucson, AZ
Established business buying, selling & trading used books, music, movies, video games & instruments.
“Found so many cool thing from books, games, clothing, to trinkets and novelty things. This particular Bookmans was well organized and staff was super helpful. There is something fo…” — Ry
#3 Milano Music Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,833 reviews · Mesa, AZ
Veteran store offering musical instrument sales, rentals & repairs, plus sheet music & lessons.
“John D was the guy that helped us out and couldn’t be happier with his professional and courteous service. He was very patient with us as we explored different options for guitar a…” — Norris
#4 Guitar Center
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,978 reviews · Phoenix, AZ
Retailer offering a selection of guitars, keyboards, drums, and other instruments, plus lessons.
“This is a great store! It was very clean, organized and welcoming. They are still going strong with Covid practices in place, which we appreciate, especially testing out and playin…” — Lisa
#5 Instrumental Music Center Speedway
4.8 ★★★★★ 861 reviews · Tucson, AZ
Welcoming shop with a wide assortment of musical instruments including guitars, ukuleles, and keyboards.
“Whether you’re a pro shopping for new toys or a student wanting lessons, the Instrumental Music Center has you covered. I received a cheery welcome the minute I stepped in and real…” — Path
#6 Chicago Music Store
4.8 ★★★★★ 764 reviews · Tucson, AZ
Long-running music shop with gear, strings and lessons, as well as repairs.
“The Chicago store has been around since I was a child. Now I bring my daughter here. We rented an instrument from them they have always been super kind efficient they always tune i…” — Roxana
#7 Acoustic Vibes Music
4.9 ★★★★★ 592 reviews · Tempe, AZ
Enduring retailer featuring an array of guitars, banjos & mandolins plus used musical instruments.
“What a fantastic shop! These are experts that obviously have great passion for what they do. They take the time to answer all of your questions and allow you to try any of their be…” — Mike
#8 Joe's Vintage Guitars - We Buy Guitars!
4.9 ★★★★★ 430 reviews · Mesa, AZ
Shop specializing in the sale and appraisal of vintage guitars.
“I live in Ohio and saw that Joe's does free appraisals online. I sent him a few pictures of a guitar I have and he quickly responded with information and a rough estimate on a pric…” — Rich
#9 Brindley's Music Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 441 reviews · Chandler, AZ
Family-run retailer of musical instruments (guitars, violins, drums, cellos, basses and flutes) for rental or sale.
“Brindley's Music Center is much more than a repair shop. We're a family that has used Brindley's for everything musical over the years: rented our kids' instruments here, from viol…” — V
#10 Arizona Music Pro
4.7 ★★★★★ 451 reviews · Flagstaff, AZ
Friendly shop dealing in guitars, amps, drums, other instruments and musical gear such as strings, picks and violins.
“Since moving to AZ I really wanted to buy a guitar but I was extremely patient and not brand specific in what I wanted. I prefer to play prog rock and metal so electric is more my …” — Roy