The best guitar stores in Louisiana
Ranked by the players who actually walk in and plug in — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 10,791 reviews of Louisiana stores. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true guitar & music stores only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Guitar Center
4.2 ★★★★☆ 1,228 reviews · Harahan, LA
Established shop carrying guitars, drums and other instruments plus offering lessons.
“BK and his staff are very knowledgeable and professional. Brought my son here to buy his first guitar and attend lessons. Recommend to everyone” — Alain
#2 C & M Music Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 333 reviews · Kenner, LA
Member of local chain selling guitars & percussion instruments, plus DJ equipment & accessories.
“This was an unexpected stop for me and my family. We were literally going to just waste time while waiting for our flight. We were greeted on our way in the door. I ended up with a…” — Laron
#3 Matt's Music
4.7 ★★★★★ 376 reviews · Monroe, LA
Longtime store offering a wide range of instruments and audio equipment, plus repairs, and installation.
“I've purchased two guitars, two amps, tons of strings and a few cables here over the past few years, and each time I've been in the store the service was great. The staff are knowl…” — Justin
#4 Lafayette Music Company
4.6 ★★★★★ 416 reviews · Lafayette, LA
Longstanding music emporium providing instruments, amplifiers, pedals, amps and accessories.
“I've been going to Lafayette Music for as far back as I can remember. Started playing Oboe back in 1972. Purchased all of my kids' instruments there, including a beginner trumpet &…” — Peter
#5 Webb's Bywater Music
4.8 ★★★★★ 203 reviews · New Orleans, LA
Laid-back shop offering new & pre-owned musical instruments, equipment & accessories plus repairs.
“Very professional and quickly done. Now my Fender Bassman just had a soldering issue but I didn’t expect to come back in under two hours. Wow. This guy will get all my amp business…” — Michael
#6 Red River Music
4.7 ★★★★★ 194 reviews · Alexandria, LA
Musical instrument retailer featuring guitars, pianos and drums plus band wear and sheet music.
“They've got such a large variety of guitars and other instruments. Their guitars are freaking lovely. I love this place you can just go in, sit down and play the guitar you WANT, t…” — Jennifer
#7 Shreveport Music Co
4.8 ★★★★★ 160 reviews · Shreveport, LA
Instrument store in Broadmoor Shopping Center offering musical instruments, repairs, and setups.
“I have bought some great gear for great prices. I have been bringing my guitars here to have work done on them for a couple years now. Everyone here is very helpful and knowledgeab…” — Shawn
#8 C&M Music Center - Lafayette
4.8 ★★★★★ 153 reviews · Lafayette, LA
Music store offering guitars and other instruments, plus repair services.
“I ordered a bass guitar from C&M on Reverb. The bass was shipped quickly, and packed extremely well. However, C&M showed excellent customer service after the bass arrived as I disc…” — Doug
#9 Domino Sound Record Shack
4.8 ★★★★★ 145 reviews · New Orleans, LA
Small record store known for its wide selection of world, soul, and jazz music, plus instruments.
“Dolly and I found an ORIGINAL album cover artwork by Barbara Kruger!!! It was $5! Pretty cool & cute record shop. I enjoyed the music they played while shopping. The staff was very…” — Melissa
#10 Pawn Depot of Slidell
4.5 ★★★★★ 183 reviews · Slidell, LA
“Just found out that they have hired David Finn as their jeweler. He made my wife’s engagement ring and wedding band, and has also done a birthstone pendant necklace for her. Amazin…” — Paul