The best guitar stores in Missouri
Ranked by the players who actually walk in and plug in — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 34,049 reviews of Missouri stores. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true guitar & music stores only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Palen Music Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,929 reviews · Springfield, MO
Family-run shop selling guitars (acoustic, electric, bass and 12-string models) and other instruments, as well as gear and rental services.
“First off, to say I am absolutely satisfied with the Palen experience would be a big understatement. This past weekend my wife and I made the 7 hour drive to come attend the David …” — Christian
#2 The Acoustic Shoppe
5 ★★★★★ 1,523 reviews · Springfield, MO
Family-run store peddling acoustic guitars and mandolins, plus friendly service.
“If you play acoustic guitar then you have going your home away from home. There are famous guitar stores in Nashville and famous guitar stores in Santa Monica, but I love this litt…” — Bruce
#3 Ernie Williamson Music
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,380 reviews · Joplin, MO
Kind, friendly and knowledgeable staff offer guitars, pianos and violins, plus accessories.
“Here’s my honest review: They’ve got some nice gear, and they’re pretty friendly. And, I’m always in favor of keeping and supporting local shops as much as possible.” — Jason
#4 Backwoods Guitar
4.9 ★★★★★ 943 reviews · Sedalia, MO
Shop dealing in guitars (electric, acoustic, and bass), plus amps and other musical gear.
“I highly recommend doing business with these guys! Order a Taylor 222 and it was just as described if not better! If I could give them 10 stars I would! Mason was especially helpfu…” — Coachnagy
#5 Guitar Center
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,276 reviews · Independence, MO
Retailer of guitars, amps, keyboards, and other instruments, plus music lessons.
“My interaction with Jesse for a guitar I was selling was thorough and courteous. At no time did I feel rushed or brushed aside. I thought the amount offered to me was fair, and I w…” — Resist2112
#6 Bentley Guitar Studios
5 ★★★★★ 382 reviews · Parkville, MO
“I Shopped around for a complete neck reset and set up on my 1950s vintage Silvertone acoustic electric guitar. After talking to Jace I was sold on using Bentley Guitar Studios. Whe…” — Kevin
#7 Morgan Music
4.9 ★★★★★ 424 reviews · Lebanon, MO
Guitar and instrument store featuring electric guitars alongside ukuleles, mandolins and more.
“I have purchased three Tom Anderson guitars from Morgan Music, through their employee Trent. It has been a smooth and effortless experience each time and Trent has never made me fe…” — Murph
#8 Record Exchange
4.4 ★★★★☆ 761 reviews · St. Louis, MO
Sprawling store for new and used vinyl, CDs and DVDs, plus audiophile equipment.
“Review Date: November 6th, 2016 The name in all honesty should be… Endless Records. While killing time in St. Louis, MO, I decided to stop by this music store to see what they offe…” — Joshua
#9 Music Go Round St. Louis
4.7 ★★★★★ 460 reviews · St. Louis, MO
Chain of music stores buying, selling & trading instruments, sound equipment & accessories.
“Every time I go to this place, I feel that I should have packed a lunch. I could spend lots of time here. I never leave without carrying out something.. (strings, music stand, 12-s…” — James
#10 Cedar Creek Dulcimers Co
4.9 ★★★★★ 251 reviews · Branson, MO
Instrument seller offering dulcimer and guitar, plus ukulele lessons and repairs.
“I didn't go to the store, I ordered a dulcimer from Cedar Creek's website. I still received wonderful service. They kept me updated on every aspect, even so far as to call me about…” — Chris