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Guitar Center
4360 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603, United States
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Ti
Review №1

Very helpful staff. They were very attentive and answered all the questions we had. We never had to look far to find someone if we needed help. Found everything we needed and some great things on sale.

Fe
Review №2

Friendly and VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE staff. Many of the employees here are well-known, talented local musicians. If you are selling some sort of instrument on your own, say on marketplace, they are awesome enough to provide a corresponding box AND bubble wrap and tape up your instrument for free!! Even if you didnt buy from or sell to guitar center! Both thumbs up!

Ma
Review №3

Only place that carries a variety of professional equipment in the area. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Prices are fair and website has accurate stock info for this store.

Ja
Review №4

Knowledgeable staff. Good selection of guitars / ukuleles / keyboards and other musical equipment. Good place to check out different guitar models. They also offer music lessons.

Ch
Review №5

Five minutes after showing up and mentioning my name to the manager, I get a message from a third person I barely know saying hey, what are you doing at Guitar Center? I ask how he knew I was there, and he says he heard it through a grapevine but mentions by name Ryan Cairo as being the initial source. Apparently Guitar Center Saginaw employees like to gossip about you pretty broadly and quickly as soon as you show up, because I barely know anyone in this town. I tried calling Ryan and working it out with him directly, but he chastised me for being too upset on the phone, and told me I wasnt welcome at his store. Funny, I had already decided I didnt want to shop there anymore. Dont shop here if you value your anonymity, I guess

Cl
Review №6

Had exactly what I was looking for and explained why I had an issue with an online order. Left with a keyboard that Ive been waiting for for years and SUPER friendly staff!!

Aa
Review №7

Helpful and very friendly staff. Always cool to see someone playing in there.

Ro
Review №8

Such a awesome, and helpful staff! Super nice and made looking for a new guitar easy and fun! Thanks guys!

Ky
Review №9

I originally came to this store looking for my first guitar, and I had looked at an Ibanez online before I had made the hour hike up to this location. I had talked to Ryan on the phone before I had driven up there, and he helped me through the whole process. He was completely honest about everything, and was able to guide me away from the Ibanez as it wouldn’t have been a good choice for my first guitar. In the end I spent a little more money, but I was able to walk out with an AWESOME Carvin DC127, a far superior guitar to the one I was looking at, but still within my budget. Ryan was awesome because he saw me, a first time player just looking for a solid first guitar, and was able to guide me the right way without up-selling the life out of me, and that is HUGE! The rest of the team was very nice as well, and I will continue to come to this location for any future questions or needs because of the awesome experience I had.

Co
Review №10

Hi there! Exceptional service from Rob. 5-8-21 around 7:40ish. Somebody needs to give him a raise. He was very nice and understanding, he was quick, I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. A good experience, such a cool guy!

Ky
Review №11

The place that gave me the tools to fuel my dreams!

Ru
Review №12

Very helpful & knowledgeable in the selection of equipment for DJ & Karaoke equipment.

Pa
Review №13

Associate was great, and got a great deal on a keyboard!

Ro
Review №14

Great customer service. Eric and the rest of the staff were amazing. Well knowledged and very helpful.

Ch
Review №15

I have a love/hate thing going on with Guitar Center. They have all the cool stuff, almost everything you would need at competitive prices but their staff is comprised of snotty millennials that clearly dont understand customer service. I find it difficult to believe they are rated this high on Google.

M
Review №16

Clean place to shop. Friendly and knowledgeable staff

20
Review №17

I walked in and was greeted by many people.Found a guitar I really liked!Its clearly one of the best sounding 6 string accoustic guitars I have ever heard.I had a really hard time leaving without it.

Ma
Review №18

Helpful and friendly staff. Thanks for helping my daughter pick out her first guitar. Shes so excited.

Ke
Review №19

Generally a great place to shop. However, on this day my wife and I were shopping for a mid level keyboard for my son and was directed to the proper area for keyboards. We sampled about 6-7 different keyboards, had a few questions but nobody was available. Im not into chasing down sales people so we waited for about 10 minutes and we left without any answers and worse yet, no keyboard either,(Lost sale). Now dont get me wrong, this place is regularly great, weve purchased 3 guitars, one drum set, an electric drum set as well. Mustve been an off day. Better luck next time.

Mi
Review №20

Beyond products, music shops anywhere are defined by the people that work there. Have been and always will be. This particular Guitar Center has an incredible staff of really nice people. Never a hint of judgement on music taste. Both of my boys have been learning instrument. Guitar and Drums. Both Brian and Rob have been amazing with their help to get them product knowledge, encouragement and have just been really kind and helpful and made all of our experiences, with each trip, a fun experience.

Ja
Review №21

Went here with my brother, good service friendly and helpful

Br
Review №22

Always a good time and great staff...love it here...

Fe
Review №23

Good selection but very VERY aggressive sales people. My salesperson wasnt listening to me and kept trying to add stuff I didnt want. If you go there dont ask them for advice just know what you want ahead of time and stick to that.

Br
Review №24

Always have what I need or can get it quickly.

Tr
Review №25

Amazing place I got every thing I was looking for for my Violin and more. First time there and I loved it.

Em
Review №26

Love my new orange crush 12

De
Review №27

Fast and excellent service, satisfied customer.

Da
Review №28

Wonderful helpful people.

Je
Review №29

Ryan was extremely helpful! Even though they were very busy, he went above and beyond to help find what I needed for performances for my work. He saved the day!

Je
Review №30

Brought my daughter in for her first guitar. Your employees acted like they couldnt care less and offered zero help. Ended up with a right hand guitar and my daughter is left handed. Had to go back after paying and get a guitar case and picks. Still have to get new strings. All small inconveniences but they could have been avoided if your employees just took 10 minutes and helped us.

Th
Review №31

Staff have bad attitude sometimes and cool attitudes the other times, guitar wise, don’t have anything special for electrics, have cool and vast selection of acoustics, mostly sell fenders, squires, eppiphones, and Gibson’s

Ch
Review №32

Everyone is so knowledgeable in their departments and always willing to help.

Un
Review №33

I appreciate all the help!! I have always wanted 2 learn music production and with your guys help its coming to life....

Jo
Review №34

Great selection and prices. Staff was help full and nice.

Jo
Review №35

Friendly and covid19 conscious. Polite and helpful. Popular place for people to gain knowledge and network. Great selection.

Da
Review №36

We were looking for a particular guitar. The only store around that had it in stock was Saginaw. I called to verify before I left as I was driving from Lapeer. Rob, the manager was super helpful over the phone. He told me he wouldnt be there when I arrived later in the evening but he told me to ask for Jack. So I asked for Jack when I finally got there and he was great! He showed us the guitar and answered all of our questions! Definitely ask for Jack, he is super knowledgeable!

Sc
Review №37

Great people ... Very helpful

Br
Review №38

Knowledgeable staff always ready to help when you need it. I love this place and am super glad I ended up moving to a closer location.

An
Review №39

Eric was super helpful and knowledgeable on keyboards. Even helped us figure out how to purchase our product and get it delivered since it wouldnt fit in our car!

Ch
Review №40

Great service helpful friendly staff

Aa
Review №41

I always enjoy visiting this location. I always stop and pick something up when Im in the area.

Ur
Review №42

Staff are super cool, and very helpful. Hand sanitizer everywhere so you can pick up a guitar and play without concerns!

Ka
Review №43

These people are the best! They gave me great advice as I was looking for recording equipment, and I felt confident they helped me make all the right choices. I only wish they had a bigger ukulele section at this location.

Av
Review №44

We bought a nice Taylor guitar. We were in the store about 15 minutes before anyone ask if they could help us. They werent real busy. They did offer a nice insurance option on guitar. It had a few light scratches but nothing real deep. Nice guitar we are pleased. Came with a cheap canvas case had to order hard case for an extra $150 and it was delivered to the house within 3 days.

Aa
Review №45

Salesperson was VERY helpful when we had lots and lots of tough questions about digital pianos. Price was the same as Amazon but in a local shop.

Et
Review №46

It is awesome you can find any guitar or drum or instrument you need

Ro
Review №47

The staff were very friendly and helpful

Jb
Review №48

Great place. Tons of variety on instruments, and even has party lights and whatnot. Great assortment. The employees as of December 2019 are incredibly helpful.

Sw
Review №49

Very helpful employee and we got exactly what we came for with ease.

Pa
Review №50

Had Jack help me and my wife. We purchased a 1940s The Gibson mandolin and a 1960s Magnatone amp. Great experience! Very helpful. Thanks Jack!

Mi
Review №51

Easy to find what you need, and fun to look around for other things you might want in the future. People are great there and helpful.Favorite place.

ri
Review №52

Selection of guitars was pretty lame and picked over

Di
Review №53

Still has a Good inventory but not like it used to be however that may be due to the COVID 19 pandemic?

Li
Review №54

Wonderful customer service.

kr
Review №55

My favorite place good service

Lo
Review №56

Always helpful staff and great deals

To
Review №57

Awesome music shop. Awesome service.

St
Review №58

False advertisement at its best. Sent me the wrong guitar that isnt even close as it was advertised in the pictures they used and When i got I just straight returned it to my guitar center and apparently not the first time they have done it. Be careful when ordering online from this store

Te
Review №59

The employees are incredibly helpful and friendly. I have a 10 year old and 2 year old who were going all over the place but no one seemed to mind. Its like they genuinely want kids to be interested in music and the equipment that comes along with it (music is life 😍😍). I always love our visits here.

Al
Review №60

Always affordable and knowledgeable staff.

Ka
Review №61

Nice staff and good selection. They were having some computer technical difficulties so kept having to retry transaction but wasnt their fault. Staff stated they had been having some technical errors.

Bi
Review №62

As before, the associate that I dealt with was great.

Ro
Review №63

Good customer service

Ka
Review №64

The staff was incredible friendly and helpful. they walked me through buying my first guitar and even let me bring it back to upgrade. Now if I could just learn to play the damn thing. LoLBut seriously, what a great store. Highly recommended.

An
Review №65

Really good selection and very friendly staff. I havent started lessons yet, but when. I do I will definitely start here.

Ke
Review №66

They put the strings on my rare classical guitar from Spain.

St
Review №67

Most people dont realize they offer lessons here: my children are really enjoying their music lessons with some wonderful music instructors. They are learning a lot and having fun making music!

St
Review №68

Got a great deal on a used guitar

Rh
Review №69

I had a wonderful experience purchasing my first electric guitar from the Saginaw guitar center and I’m grateful for their help and kindness! I cannot say enough good about them! I’m a very satisfied customer!!!

Jo
Review №70

Like the keyboard selection a lot, I wish the staff would talk and greet people better but beyond that I enjoy my visits

Je
Review №71

Clerk spent time with helping us. Not crowded store. Clean bathroom

Pe
Review №72

Good music store !We have had good experiences shopping there and information on musical related questions !

YA
Review №73

Great place. Employees answered all of our questions. Went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with our purchase. Explained what would best suite us with what we wanted. Will be back again.

No
Review №74

Very helpful staff

Mi
Review №75

Very helpful associates.

Mr
Review №76

Fair selection of guitars. My complaint was with the smarta$$ salesmen that were working. These guys were more concerned about who was making the coffee run than selling an instrument. Absolutely no customer service skills at all. I took my business to a local competeor. Little more money but exemplary customer service.

Go
Review №77

My brothers and I went into Guitar Center with little knowledge regarding electronic drum kits, however, with the help of Sean and his associates we not only left the store with a cleaner understanding of kits and key differences, but also a smile on our faces. Thank you guys for your patience and rock star attitudes, you made it an experience I look forward to sharing with friends and family.

Mi
Review №78

It was an awesome experience

Tr
Review №79

Only when I absolutely need something and cant wait for it. This company, or at least the stores around me, have gone way down hill. The staff in Flint, MI is very lazy and extremely lacking in knowledge and customer service.

Br
Review №80

Just went in for a restring. Employee rebuilt part of my neck, shined the wood and metal, and got it back to me in 20 mins, for much cheaper than i though. Incredibly satisfied.

Je
Review №81

A huge thanks to the entire staff at Saginaw Guitar Center for the continued dedication for drum lessons, scheduling and willingness to setup for the end of lessons performance for my son. They are a great crew to work with.

Mo
Review №82

Does guitar Center does an excellent job everybody is friendly even though its a small location they seem to have what you need. Great job

Sa
Review №83

The workers were all very kind and helpful, as well as experienced on different topics. Helped me choose a better guitar and I am glad they did because its playing smoother than my original choice.

Or
Review №84

NEVER A DULL MOMENT: You guys are the best at leading anyone from 0 to 60 in their MUSICIAN EXPERIENCE - - Ive grown along the way with your expertise, intuitive-advice, and OVER-ALL KNOWLEDGE IN THOSE THINGS I LOVE; MUSIC IS MY RELIGION AND YOU GUYS ARE MY GURUS - - THANK YOU TO THE GUITAR-CENTER SAGINAW-BUNCH!!!

Pa
Review №85

Great place to try out and buy your musical instruments! Very helpful staff.

Do
Review №86

Absolutely love this place knowledgeable staff everything I needed plus a lot of things I wanted...

Is
Review №87

Great place to find your studio equipment and DJ systems...

Ja
Review №88

Great customer service and the return policy is good.

Vo
Review №89

Best percussion section around

St
Review №90

Great service & very knowledgeable employees willing to help you find what you need. Theyll even load it into your car for you! 😃

Ch
Review №91

Helpful staff.

Su
Review №92

Very helpful handsome young gentlemen with great interest in helping customers.

We
Review №93

Good place to go if you have any problems with your instruments or if you need any instruments, over all I like this place and i highly recommend going there

Vi
Review №94

This place is great. We went in to check out drum setfor my husband. Sean at that section helped us and was very very knowledgeable of drums, gave us great deals.

Ra
Review №95

Love the selection of guitars. Need to buy one of these stores so I dont have to drive two hours to get to this one.

Am
Review №96

Same as all of the other ones. At times the staff is less then friendly and doesnt care about helping you. Weve spent a TON of money in this and other locations. We have around 8 guitars in our home. I dont know if they work on commission but, if you dont look like you have money they dont even offer to help you. Youll have to ask. I dont like going here unless I have to. The men/boys here are mostly uncaring and rude at times. I dont know if that has changed or not because I havent been here in quite a while. Maybe been here once in a year? I dont like to shop where they make you feel like youre wasting their time and they have better things to do. Id rather support a company or store who knows how they stay in business. Were small business owners as well. We know how people should be treated!

Dr
Review №97

Everyone in here is extremely helpful and knowledgeable, they are more than willing to help with any questions you have to ask and also are a great resource. I buy all my equipment that I possibly can from here.

An
Review №98

It was mentioned to us they were short staffed when we arrived but the guy in the floor never missed a beat. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Jo
Review №99

Perfectly fine place. Didnt buy anything

Ro
Review №100

Love this store and its friendly staff!! Unlike Flint GC, these guys will go out of there way to help you! John the Manager is knowledgeable, kind and engaging as well as helpful!

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  • Address:4360 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603, United States
  • Site:https://stores.guitarcenter.com/saginaw?source=4SOSWXXN
  • Phone:+1 989-964-0200
Categories
  • Musical instrument store
  • Guitar store
  • Music store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–9PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–9PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–9PM
  • Thursday:10AM–9PM
  • Friday:10AM–9PM
  • Saturday:9AM–9PM
  • Sunday:9AM–10PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Offerings
  • Assembly service:Yes
  • Repair services:Yes
  • Service guarantee:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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