The best guitar stores in Ohio
Ranked by the players who actually walk in and plug in — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 47,443 reviews of Ohio stores. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true guitar & music stores only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Rose Music Center at The Heights
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,942 reviews · Huber Heights, OH
Outdoor amphitheater with 4,200-covered seats hosting concert performances by headliners.
“This was a first time at Rose and were very impressed. Having passed by it on I-70 a number of times, we were waiting for the right show. This is a smaller venue - I don't think yo…” — Angelo
#2 Kincaid's Is Music
4.9 ★★★★★ 935 reviews · Springfield, OH
Musical instruments sales and repairs, plus rentals, lessons, and sheet music.
“I can't recommend Kincaids enough. I've rented instruments for two of my kids (so far) from here, and the team has made everything so easy for us. They handled a major repair on a …” — Meghan
#3 The Loft Violin Shop
4.9 ★★★★★ 587 reviews · Columbus, OH
Friendly shop selling, renting and repairing various stringed instruments, such as violins, violas and cellos.
“One of the sweetest and most nostalgic places in Columbus. The owner and each and everyone working there is helpful friendly and has an answer to any of these instruments. The most…” — Sowmya
#4 C. A. House Music
4.9 ★★★★★ 568 reviews · St Clairsville, OH
Shop for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, along with drum sets, violins, pianos and saxophones.
“This is the 2nd instrument we have purchased from here and as always great customer service! Everyone greeted us as we walked in and was eager to help us but without any pressure. …” — Vanessa
#5 Forté Music School - Toledo OH
5 ★★★★★ 407 reviews · Toledo, OH
“my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible summer camp experience that my daughter had the privilege of attending. The past five days have been nothing short of amazing, and it is e…” — Amani
#6 Guitar Center
4.2 ★★★★☆ 1,233 reviews · Dayton, OH
Busy chain store featuring a large variety of instruments (electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards and drums), plus pro sound equipment and rentals.
“I got my first guitar from here years ago, and I still come back to look at their nice selection of instruments.” — Autumn
#7 Music Go Round Columbus
4.5 ★★★★★ 701 reviews · Columbus, OH
Chain of music stores buying, selling & trading instruments, sound equipment & accessories.
“I stopped by with my daughter. They are friendly without being overbearing. We checked out the used band instruments for several minutes without being harassed. It was nice. They d…” — Aaron
#8 Metronome Music Inc.
4.7 ★★★★★ 502 reviews · Mansfield, OH
Long-serving family-owned shop for a variety of guitars, amps, horns, pianos and drums as well as repairs, rentals, lessons and gear.
“This shop is the best music shop that I always judge other music shops against in my mind. You wouldn’t expect such an awesome little place in a town like this, but I guess in some…” — Girl
#9 Lester's Rock n Roll Shop
4.9 ★★★★★ 306 reviews · Middletown, OH
Casual shop for amps, vinyl records and skateboards, plus setups and repair services.
“Lester's Rock & Roll is a Record, Musical Instruments and Accessories, and Skateboard Shop, and is truly a one of a kind must see store located at 1959 Central Ave, in the middle o…” — Liz
#10 A Max Music Ltd
4.7 ★★★★★ 333 reviews · Akron, OH
Family-run store offering guitars, pianos and drums, plus gear and accessories.
“Really unique music shop with tons of gear of all types. Instruments range from band equipment, keyboards, pianos, drums, guitar, bass, audio recording, and more. Friendly service.…” — Ryan