The best guitar stores in Washington
Ranked by the players who actually walk in and plug in — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 28,262 reviews of Washington stores. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true guitar & music stores only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Emerald City Guitars
4.9 ★★★★★ 685 reviews · Seattle, WA
Musical instrument store for used & vintage guitars & amps plus consignment, trade-ins & repair.
“Wish every online purchase could be this smooth and easy. The staff are all beyond friendly and helpful, and super responsive over email. Bought a Novo at a fantastic price from th…” — Christian
#2 Music 6000
4.6 ★★★★★ 924 reviews · Olympia, WA
Guitar and music shop, featuring pro audio equipment, repair services, stringed instruments, keyboards, ukes and more.
“So I went there and sorta just was browsing and was just looking forward to jam so I could see like what sort of guitar I’d want for Christmas and this store definitely helped me d…” — Broccoli
#3 Guitar Center
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,259 reviews · Lynnwood, WA
Chain retailer of musical instruments, recording gear, and DJ equipment.
“This is indeed a guitar centre as there are so many guitars and other musical instruments here. The store is arranged beautifully and in order to make it easy to find what you want…” — Jedidiah
#4 Ted Brown Music
4.8 ★★★★★ 509 reviews · Tacoma, WA
Venue dealing in various instruments for sale or rental plus sheet music, service, classes & shows.
“Such a great place to rent instruments! I have never had an issue and I have only been with them for a few months. I missed a payment and they didn’t even bother me to pay it like …” — Gandia
#5 American Music
4.7 ★★★★★ 464 reviews · Seattle, WA
Source for guitars, keyboards & sound systems, both serving & staffed by professional musicians.
“A true gem in Seattle! I came here for a guitar restring and Jeff was incredibly helpful and attentive. All the staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. They’ve got an awesome s…” — Vanellope
#6 Hoffman Music
4.8 ★★★★★ 338 reviews · Spokane, WA
“As a musician creating content on my violin, piano, and guitar YouTube channels, and the author of The Grant Colson Thriller Series and Maui Desire Romance Series novels, I look fo…” — Aaron
#7 Bigfoot Music
4.7 ★★★★★ 305 reviews · Arlington, WA
Upbeat shop selling guitars, basses and wind instruments in addition to offering lessons.
“If you're on Google looking for a music store, here's what you should know about Bigfoot. I have sold used guitars and equipment to them and received very fair prices for all of th…” — George
#8 Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar
4.8 ★★★★★ 237 reviews · Seattle, WA
Used and vintage shop selling analog synths, amps and electric guitars plus servicing them.
“8 years ago I made my 1st purchase @ Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar & I swore it would it not be my LAST. Well here I am again blown away by these folks! I purchased a 1983 Gibson Custom…” — Louie
#9 Tommy's Guitar Shop
4.6 ★★★★★ 297 reviews · Everett, WA
Beginner-friendly guitar shop offering new & vintage instruments along with repairs & instruction.
“Tommy’s is easily one of the best music shops in the PNW. Everyone is friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and approachable. I’ve purchased pedals here, strings here and even pickups.…” — Gregory
#10 West Coast Drum Shop
4.9 ★★★★★ 206 reviews · Bellevue, WA
Music shop stocking new, used, and vintage drums, plus lessons, and repair services.
“West Coast Drums (formerly Donn Bennett’s 5 star drum shop) Is the premier drum shop in the NW. Whether or not if your looking for a famous drum kit that you can own (bought by Don…” — Eric