The Music Emporium, Inc.

Aaron Mann 3 months ago

Very friendly and a very interesting mix of offering from music, western and model trains. Definitely a stop in the area if you like these things.

Judith Graham 4 months ago

A little bit of everything in a smallish space. I went into the store for a shoulder rest for my violin 🎻. I found it plus an assortment of strings for violin, viola, guitar, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, bass - both upright and guitar. They even had mountain dulcimer strings! I prefer brick and mortar shops to buying over the internet, so this place is now on my list. They even had a small selection of parts -- nor extensive, but a starting point if you need to attempt a repair.

NC 33 9 months ago

Was looking for a decent beginner guitar for an Xmas gift, and the staff were very good about showing me several nice instruments, and playing them, so I could hear the difference in tone, and see the features each piece had. They even told me about sending the guitar to have it set up properly. When I picked it up, it was beautifully polished, and the action was easy as could be. Learning shouldn't be too painful! Excellent people here. Highly recommended!

Brad Whitfield 2 years ago

Considering this is the absolute only music store in Altoona, PA I couldn't give it less of a rating because they do try. I do like the fact that they offer a variety of Orange and BOSS as far as amps and effects are concerned and I am not a huge fan of the line of Schecters sold there. They also have a contract with Fender and Dean. As far as price is concerned I'm going to say it's $$ out of $$$$$. Things are reasonably priced but often times when I go in there the parts I am in need of are often not in stock. They also have a repair shop for amps and guitars and have a guy that comes in every week or two weeks to pick up work orders and materials, proceeds to repair the item(s) then promptly return them to the store. I believe his labor price/hour is between $30-$50/hour. Check it out! All and all, not a bad shop! Happy shopping!

Zach Nagel 5 years ago

Good little hometown vibe music store. Staff is kind and very helpful. Some items seem a little over priced, compared to reverb and such, but other than that, its a great. Independently owned music store, definitely not run of the mill, also... the guitar tech is amazing, helpful, and very knowledgeable in his expertise from Luther work, to setups, he's a beast.