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March 2024 by Ralph Benites
I don’t know if thay have drum kits.it’s a very cool place.
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February 2024 by Jeremy Baker
Guitars for everyone. There is even a harp guitar!
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February 2024 by Jimothy M.
This place is amazing. The owner is an absolute legend. I left something very valuable there and he took care of it for me. Class act. Amazing gear inside of the store. Would highly recommend this place.
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January 2024 by MARK INCHAUSTI
If you’re into top quality, collectible grade guitars, basses and amps this is your place! I had the pleasure of stopping in after lunch today and had a blast meeting and talking with Jerry! He’s a super warm and welcoming guy who really made an amateur hack like me feel welcome. There’s a reason why people come from all over the state and country to visit with him and check out the unbelievable guitars and amps he has in stock on display and available for purchase! It’s a guitar players dream in there yet talking shop with him and hearing about his experiences as a musician was the best part of my visit! The next time I’m there, in a few weeks, will be to pick up a new Les Paul!
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December 2023 by Hemant Sachdev
First time there. Didn't have a lot of time to spend in there but the owner Jerry was awesome and very helpful. Will have to go back when I have more time. Will probably end up buying something given the great collection he has in his store.
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September 2023 by Jake Richards
Amazing guitar store with a very generous and knowledgeable owner. Best music store in orange county! The owner always helps me find what i’m looking for and has lots of great stories to tell. Always a good time!
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September 2023 by A P.
Rudest shop owner I've ever dealt with. Not sure if all of his guitars are genuine. Spotted something off about one Fender model I know a fair bit about and he got defensive and said "that's how they make 'em". I clarified the part of the guitar I was asking about because that's not how they make them and he yelled at me "I know how they're built!". Never again. Avoid
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September 2023 by Tony A.
This guitar shop has tons of interesting and old guitars which is really great because actual guitar shops, (not guitar centers) are a dying business. Too bad the owner Jerry is an actual incompetent moron who doesn't know how to run a business. I collect guitars and walked into the shop to see if there were any interesting guitars that I wouldn't find in my local guitar centers. I walked around for a couple minutes and nothing really caught my eye except a gibson les paul that was kind of beat up but looked like it would sound beautiful. A nice hidden gem. I asked the owner Jerry a few questions about the guitar. He couldn't really tell me shit about it other then what year he thinks it's from. Finally after listening to him ramble about shit he clearly didn't know anything about for a couple of minutes I finally asked politely to plug the guitar in to hear how it sounds. To which he responded by asking if I was looking to buy a guitar. I said potentially and he told me "this isn't a jam session. you can't play a guitar unless you want to get serious and buy it". Which is the wild for a guitar shop. Especially because I could've been in the marketer for that guitar if I liked playing it. I then responded saying how am i supposed to know if I want it unless I play it. He immediately disregarded that argument and told me the most comical bullshit i've ever heard saying "yeah even most guitar centers don't let you play their guitars unless you're gonna buy them buddy". Which is the biggest bullshit considering guitar centers are known for letting any 12 year old kid come play their guitars even if they bang them up. I would've straight up told the guy how that's not really the case but to be honest it really seems like he's not all there. Bottom line, don't go here.
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August 2023 by Joe Mendoza
If I could give negative numbers I would.. watch out for this guy, he will try to cheat you and low ball you.. and he is just a jersey when you call him out on his fake guitars.. definitely go else where..
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July 2023 by Pat Murphy
Dude knows his gear, and every piece has a history and story.definitely my "guitar guy" in OCfair pricingway too much cool stuff to go in with any level of disposable income and not come out with something cool!I picked up an amp and a Charvel Signature DeMartini Snake San Dimas Strat from him.His eyes lit up and loved talking and explaining his views on "What is a Super Strat?" and his excitement over my noticing the Charvel got me even more excited about the guitar.I then asked him "do you have a good case for her?" and he gist bumped and the look showed he knew just which case to send it off with!The case he chose to go with the charvel stole the whole show. My uncle even rocked over it and wants his casket to match when the time comes! ?The price I paid for everything the two days was very fair!He even looked at my brother-in-law's Kramer, troubleshooting it for us, happily and was sad he didn't have the replacement.This is why small shops will never die! No local big box store, let alone online discount store can compete with actual service and expertise!#supportlocalbusinesses
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February 2023 by Randall Head
Jerry is an absolute gem, and anyone who negatively reviews this place just hasn't taken the time or care to connect with him. No, he's not going to do a song and dance when you walk in the door. But he is a kind and caring man running a much needed business, with integrity.At Guitar Collector, you'll find treasures from decades past. Demo guitars you never imagined you'd get to touch. And find the perfect instrument for you, whether you're a pro or just starting out.In 2019, 4 guitars were stolen from me. Two of them were sold to Jerry. When I came by and described my guitars, Jerry gave them back to me - even though he had paid for them himself.That's why I choose to do business at Guitar Collector. Thanks Jerry for reuniting me with some of my guitars, and for letting me sit in your shop for hours and hours, multiple days per week, when I was looking to replace my stolen '75 Les Paul.I moved away from California in 2019, but if I ever visit again, I'd love to come by the store.
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December 2022 by Doggy S.
I had been wanting a BBQ burst Les Paul for years. I found one here. The shop is full of amazing gear! Great guitars, and amps! The owner was well educated on his wares. I had a great experience! I highly recommend this shop! Don't listen to the haters! He is top notch!
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November 2022 by mustang.cobain
The worst costumer service experience i've ever had, I went with my 11 year old son looking for a guitar, but the person was very rude and unprofessional. We felt so unwelcome here. Definitely will make sure to not come back!
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October 2022 by Brett M.
Great guitar shop. The store owner Jerry is very knowledgeable, every time I have come in with many questions to ask about gear and he has an answer for every one of them. I always leave the store with more knowledge, and in one case a nice Yamaha acoustic for a great price.
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October 2022 by Jacob C.
This store totally rocks! They have an amazing selection of beautiful guitars at ridiculously low prices. I can come in here and find amps and guitars I have never even heard of (and I've been playing for over twenty years) and they sound phenomenal. Jerry the owner is extremely friendly and has great knowledge about his music business. I would recommend this store to any musician looking to find their next boutique amp or guitar (perhaps, both?)! I would give 6 stars if I could.
