Musician's Friend Reviews 

947
TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Looking at 388 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being exceptionally helpful, professional, and knowledgeable, often going above and beyond to assist with purchases. Many people highlight the outstanding customer service, noting the personalized approach, efficiency, and quick resolution of issues, which makes their overall experience pleasant. However, some customers noted issues with product condition, frequently receiving items described as new that appeared used, scuffed, or damaged, sometimes even missing parts or original packaging. Additionally, a few people also felt there were problems with order fulfillment, such as products being on backorder or encountering website difficulties when placing an order.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This is my first purchase after having a terrible online experience on a used guitar at a competitor. This was far superior even though the price was a little more. I received notification immediately... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was helped by Nick McVicker, who did an outstanding job. I saw a guitar earlier today at a local Guitar Center, also offered on MF. Spoke with Nick, explained my issues with shipping, security, le... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had ordered two Gretsch guitar cases that ended up on backorder until April. Your Rep Hope Wilberger contacted me by email offering to help me with the situation. She was able to find another case t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What the company did well is to employ Santos ! Santos my gear advisor is very courteous,professional & accommodating ! He does his craft without typical errors. A role model ! I only wish in every o... See more

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Musician's Friend - the hottest music gear at the lowest prices since 1983. More than 130,000 customer-written product reviews. Read instrument buying guides. Get the best guarantees online for all the fine musical equipment you crave.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The selection was great

The selection was great. The prices were fair. The guitar I bought was a good deal and a rare guitar and to use financing online is awesome. I went to. Musicians, friends website found my item use my charge card and my guitar will be in my hand in five days. Awesome Cleo Dumas.

February 3, 2026
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Cleo,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Noticed the difference. Put them in my pedals and acoustic-electric guitar.

Very cool batteries. Definitely noticed the difference using these batteries in my pedals. I also used these batteries for my acoustic-electric guitar and sounded great but sounded the same as alkaline batteries.

January 26, 2026
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Dietrich,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

arrived damaged

arrived damaged. seller offered 10% back and it wasnt applied to my card.

as well as synchrony bank reducing my available balance from 1200 to 250 when i have never missed a payment and maintained a zero balance the entire time ive had the card spending $1000’s already. i will no longer use them or you for any future purchases. your customer service is great but your banking partners are the exact opposite. they said they continuously run my credit to monitor my worthiness??? ive never been late on any of my cards and are all in good standing, i just have low balances from christmas. absolute slap in the face and i will take my business elsewhere. im launching an entire production company at Firewave912.com so you just lost lots of future business.

January 30, 2026
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Reply from Musician's Friend

Josh, sorry to hear about the balance issues with synchrony. We'd like to look into this with you, if you could please email us at Gearheads@musiciansfriend.com with your order details, we will follow up with you! Thanks

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

slow shipping

February 2, 2026
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Rich, thanks for the feedback and sorry to hear that the shipping was slow. If there is anything else we can do to assist on your order, please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Thanks

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was helped by Nick McVicker

I was helped by Nick McVicker, who did an outstanding job. I saw a guitar earlier today at a local Guitar Center, also offered on MF. Spoke with Nick, explained my issues with shipping, security, leaving an item on my front porch while I'm at work, etc. Basically, Nick got the deal done with a shipping solution that satisfied by safety and security concerns, and I got the guitar of my dreams! He went above and beyond, and I truly appreciate his help!

January 31, 2026
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LC,
Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Long Live Guitar Centaur

I purchased a product several days ago. Today I got an email saying order was canceled. The email included a link to an alternative, but the link does nothing. This is on the tail of about three disappointing (non)transactions with Musician’s Friend/Guitar Center, online and in person.

January 31, 2026
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Ken, sorry to hear that your order was cancelled and the link wasn't working. Please email us at Gearheads@musiciansfriend.com with your order details and any other details and we will follow up. Thanks!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought it new Marshall dsl 100 the…

I bought it new Marshall dsl 100 the one they sent was in a 5150 box wrapped in with no footswitch with obvious signs of use and a generic ACcord 2weeks ago I purchased an AC 30 it came with no AC CABLE and no Footswitch that was in the picture before the and when I did the picture and description immediately disappeared prior to that I bought a used es 335 with a neck so twisted I can only use it for Slide (it took my guitar tech about 30 days to get to it)it’s pretty much junk I WANT MY NEW MARSHALL DSL 100 instead of the crap they sent me

January 28, 2026
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Reply from Musician's Friend

Michael, sorry to hear that your amp came with no footswitch and cables. Please email us at Gearheads@musiciansfriend.com with your order details and we will look into what can be done here with you. Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nic Rox

Nic has been my MF agent for all my recent purchases. He’s gone beyond the normal call of duty to assist with information regarding items then helping me navigate Fortiva for making purchases. You have an excellent employee in Nic, please do your best to keep him around!

January 30, 2026
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Andrew,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone I've ever talked to was supper…

Everyone I've ever talked to was supper friendly and very helpful

January 30, 2026
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John,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Justin Wright is an awesome…

Justin Wright is an awesome representative and very helpful. Will only ask for him when ordering items or with questions . Should give him a huge raise.

January 29, 2026
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Justin,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exellent gear resource!

Exellent customer service.Have tried to purchase this guitar multiple times,only to get damaged guitars.
Dylan Lewman was great helping locate what i needed.
You folks hit a home run with me.
Thanks!!

January 28, 2026
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Reply from Musician's Friend

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor online ordering

Poorly functioning web page prevented me from placing the order on line. Tried twice, finally had to call it on…a very unsatisfactory buying experience. Delayed my purchase by 3 days. Wanted products for the weekend but that was no longer possible. Grrrrrrr…..

January 24, 2026
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Reply from Musician's Friend

Hello, sorry to hear about the issues on the website. Are you still encountering these? We'd like to help troubleshoot and see if there is anything we can to do help, please email us at gearheads@musiciansfriend.com with the issues you are encountering and we will follow up. Thanks

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

the musicians friend agent was very…helpful

the musicians friend agent was very friendly, courteous and very knowledgeable

January 28, 2026
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Benny,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love you guys!

Amps!!!!!
Speakers!!!!!
American Made Basses!!!!

January 27, 2026
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Reply from Musician's Friend

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Zach the associate was helpful and knowledgeable

Zach the associate was helpful and knowledgeable helping me with the order.

January 24, 2026
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Brian,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I only shop with Musician's Friends as…

I only shop with Musician's Friends as they provide excellent sales assistance, have great sales and pricing!

January 23, 2026
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John,

Thank you so much for choosing us! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Untuned and Friendless

Ordered the Mitchell T433CE BST from Musicians Friend online . Upon arrival I opened it and noticed the box was chewed up. I took the guitar out and left it overnight to acclimate to the temperature of my house before tuning it. Got up this morning, tried to tune it but I guess the neck was out of wack. When buying a $500 guitar, I should be able to pull it out of the box and tune it and play it. I’m not a professional and am disabled so me searching for a professional to set it up is not happening.

January 23, 2026
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Reply from Musician's Friend

David, sorry to hear about your guitars neck and the condition it arrived in. We'd like to look into this with you, if you could please email us at gearheads@musiciansfriend.com with your order information, we'll follow up. Thanks

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The customer service is horrid

The customer service is horrid. Musician's Friend sends emails and posts guarantees on their website, that they can't fulfill, don't care whether or not they honor, and gaslight the customer for having expectations. I was treated like trash, got upset, was hung up on twice, then received a call from a supposed supervisor who doubled down on the company's miserable efforts while complaining about his feelings. I spent a lot of money with this company over the years, and today's experience nauseates me.

January 22, 2026
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Reply from Musician's Friend

Jason, sorry to hear about your experience with your recent order and with customer service. Please email us at Gearheads@musiciansfriend.com with your order details and we will follow up with you! Thanks

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