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riccio | emporium underground
3.7 ★★★★☆ 6 Google reviews · Guitar & music store in El Segundo, California
Plan your visit
- Repairs & setups a repair bench comes up in reviews and the store's own info — call ahead for turnaround, since good techs run a queue
- Buys & trades used gear they buy, trade, or consign used instruments — bring the case and any original parts, and expect trade credit to beat the cash offer
- Phone (203) 556-7002
- Website riccio.io
What's on the wall
“It is rare to find such high-level expertise paired with a genuine, person-first approach.”
“I’ve trusted Steven Riccio with several of my guitars, from complex builds to precision setups, and his work is easily the best I have ever dealt with.”
Brands they deal
What players say again and again
“I’ve trusted Steven Riccio with several of my guitars, from complex builds to precision setups, and his work is easily the best I have ever dealt with.”
From the reviews
I’ve trusted Steven Riccio with several of my guitars, from complex builds to precision setups, and his work is easily the best I have ever dealt with. His technical skill is world-class, but what truly sets him apart is his exemplary customer service.
It’s clear there is a genuine passion for music and quality behind everything he offers. Highly recommend Emporium Underground. Communication was immediate, friendly, and very professional from start to finish. The Swarovski crystals guitars are so unique and beautiful. I can tell this takes a lot of time. Wowwwwww!!!
Went in while on a small vacation, was going in for strings, and walked out with two straps. Service was amazing, and all the instruments spoke to me, amazing instrument quality and incredible customer service. Will definitely be coming back!
Visit the emporium underground. The owner Steven is responsive, helpful, and knowledgeable. The space has a fine selection of guitars. He also offers guitar services such as setups and electronics with a fast turnaround. Highly recommend.
Selling or trading gear at riccio | emporium underground
riccio | emporium underground comes up for buying and trading used gear — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the trip go better. First, bring the whole package: the case or gig bag, the original tremolo arm or bridge parts, the paperwork if you have it — a complete rig is worth real money more than a bare instrument, and it saves the back-and-forth of "can you bring the case in?" Second, know that trade credit almost always beats the cash offer, usually by a healthy margin — if you're upgrading anyway, price your old gear as a trade against the new one before you take cash. Either way, expect the offer to be below what the gear sells for on the wall; the gap is the store's margin for setup, warranty, and sitting on it until the right buyer walks in.
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