Michael Lyons Violins is a highly recommended shop for anyone seeking expert advice and quality service for their violin. The owner, a knowledgeable and professional expert, takes the time to thoroughly check and adjust instruments, offering guidance on setup, tuning, and playing techniques. The shop is accommodating, even working with instruments purchased online, and offers competitive pricing. With a focus on providing exceptional service, the owner is passionate about his craft and takes pride in every piece. Customers praise the owner as a "master luthier" who is "extremely knowledgeable" and "non-pretentious." The shop is described as a "really cool" one-stop destination for any violin-related needs, from repair to buying, selling, and asking questions. Customers appreciate that the owner takes the time to get to know them and makes recommendations to ensure they get the right instrument. The violin rental to own program is also highlighted as a low-risk way to explore playing the violin. Customers express happiness with their purchases and the overall positive experience at the shop.
I visited Mike because I had a buzz in my violin sound. He not only eliminated the buzz, but made the violin much easier to play by putting the strings closer to the fingerboard. All this, and some free advice too, with NO CHARGE. Thank you Mike!
January 2026
Michael was very knowledgeable about the quality and and fixes needed on my viola. He was extremely generous - he is not in this business for the money or to sell you more than you need, he just wants to support people who are passionate about music!
October 2025
Michael adjusted my instrument with care, helped me select hardware to improve the tone, and was very clear and professional. He has a lovely shop, he's kind and extremely helpful. I'd absolutely go to him for more work or a new instrument.
