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1. Guitar Center - Cary
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7123 O'Kelly Chapel Rd, Cary, NC 27519
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No matter your musical style or preference, we can help you explore your passion for music at Guitar Center Cary. It’s not just about wanting to play music; it’s about finding the right instrument, equipment and accessories to truly help bring your dream to life. From picking out your first guitar to finding the right lighting or sound equipment for your next live gig, we’re here to help you make the music you want to. There’s something for every music lover at Guitar Center Cary. Let us help you find exactly what you need to get the show going.
Guitar Center Cary caters to the needs of all musicians. Our local music store carries top brands, such as Fender, Taylor, Shure, Zildjian, Pioneer DJ, Gibson, Alesis, DW, Yamaha and more. Whether you’re looking for the perfect guitar to shred on, want a new drum set, or are ready to kick up the sound with a louder amp, with our wide selection of new, used and vintage instruments, any artist can find exactly what they need to start their next musical journey.
After you’ve got your instrument, you can kick things up a notch with the right add-ons and accessories. If you’re ready to record your demo, our Cary music shop sells professional recording equipment, including mixers, software and microphones. For anyone needing gear for a live show, our live sound department includes PA systems, loudspeakers, PA monitors, subwoofers, headphones and more. Stop by Guitar Center Cary today to experience and hear our products first-hand.
Our local music shop in Cary offers a variety of services to help musicians achieve their goals when it comes to making music. Learn how to play an instrument with expert lessons, available for all ages and skill levels. Our instructors teach guitar, bass, piano, drums and more. Learning to play is just the beginning. We also provide repairs, maintenance and modification services to ensure that your instrument stays in peak playing condition. Ready to play a show or record a song? Guitar Center Cary has an assortment of high-quality live sound gear and instruments available for rent for when you’re traveling, have an upcoming show or are working on a new project. Contact Guitar Center Cary to learn more about our repair and maintenance services, to schedule your first lesson, or get the gear rentals you need.
No matter your musical style or preference, we can help you explore your passion for music at Guitar Center Cary. It’s not just about wanting to play music; it’s about finding the right instrument, equipment and accessories to truly help bring your dream to life. From picking out your first guitar to finding the right lighting or sound equipment for your next live gig, we’re here to help you make the music you want to. There’s something for every music lover at Guitar Center Cary. Let us help you find exactly what you need to get the show going.
Guitar Center Cary caters to the needs of all musicians. Our local music store carries top brands, such as Fender, Taylor, Shure, Zildjian, Pioneer DJ, Gibson, Alesis, DW, Yamaha and more. Whether you’re looking for the perfect guitar to shred on, want a new drum set, or are ready to kick up the sound with a louder amp, with our wide selection of new, used and vintage instruments, any artist can find exactly what they need to start their next musical journey.
After you’ve got your instrument, you can kick things up a notch with the right add-ons and accessories. If you’re ready to record your demo, our Cary music shop sells professional recording equipment, including mixers, software and microphones. For anyone needing gear for a live show, our live sound department includes PA systems, loudspeakers, PA monitors, subwoofers, headphones and more. Stop by Guitar Center Cary today to experience and hear our products first-hand.
Our local music shop in Cary offers a variety of services to help musicians achieve their goals when it comes to making music. Learn how to play an instrument with expert lessons, available for all ages and skill levels. Our instructors teach guitar, bass, piano, drums and more. Learning to play is just the beginning. We also provide repairs, maintenance and modification services to ensure that your instrument stays in peak playing condition. Ready to play a show or record a song? Guitar Center Cary has an assortment of high-quality live sound gear and instruments available for rent for when you’re traveling, have an upcoming show or are working on a new project. Contact Guitar Center Cary to learn more about our repair and maintenance services, to schedule your first lesson, or get the gear rentals you need.
mishael dukes: Hey !! Just wanted rekindled my skills as a guitar player & came to this particular guitar center. If anyone is to buy any merchandise from Guitar center I recommend this guitar center above all. If there’s ever an employee you need to assist you. Ask for james, you will not be unsatisfied.
jUSTIN nOPE: I guess I've gotten used to the Fayetteville store, I forgot that old-school 'don't bother the employees they're cooler than you" attitude. Thanks for the reminder!
Nagendran M: Absolutely love the experience with this Guitar Center located in West Cary. I made a reservation for speakers and needed help and suggestions regarding how to set it up... had all the help I could get. Bobby - the owner probably, is an awesome person to work with and a nice gentleman answered all my questions. Bobby went out of the way to help me with my rental. Very helpful people at work and I will recommend to my friends and family!!
Pat Millen: Brought in a pedal for exchange today. They offered me $80. Went to music go round, 15 mins down the road, and got $170 for it.
Big Bizznazz: My experience in guitar center was was pointless . Nobody came to help me. Nobody even thought of helping me. It was at least six people working I had to find my own equipment. Bring it to the counter to ask prices. A much rather go to the guitar center in Raleigh Capital boulevard. Just for the customer service and loan They're great
Bert kozlowski: Everytime I've gone here, I've been greeted with slack customer service, or none at all. Multiple times now, I've had products that I've had to return and exchange. I would expect to get more respect, having spend over $5,000 in this particular store over the years. But that's not the case. I bought what was supposed to be a brand new MPC One, which turned out to be malfunctional with hissing, buzzing and non-working components. Upon exchanging it within the 30 day return period, I was given what was said to be a "factory opened" MPC One that "had not been taken out of the store". When I got home, I discovered that not only had it been more than factory opened, it had been heavily used, with someone else's name registered into it, and all sorts of downloads and saved file projects on its hard drive. The file projects are dated, with the difference between the earliest dated file and latest dated file being almost 5 months, so I know it had been used at least for that long, if in fact that was its only user. Either I was mislead, or the staff has a bad track on their inventory, which either way is completely unacceptable, especially when dealing with the spendings of a $1000 product. This isn't the only incident, its just the latest. The amount of dishonesty, coupled with smirk and smug attitudes from staff is more than enough at this point, for me to never go back. I will gladly take the extra 30 minutes it takes to get to the Raleigh location.
Kemp English: They sell drum heads!
James Ladd: I have shopped at Guitar Center for many years and two weeks ago I received the best customer service I ever have from an associate named Charlie. I was browsing keyboards when Charlie came to help. I was very frustrated that I couldn’t figure out the basics of some of the keyboards, and I’m embarrassed to say that I was probably a bit of a jerk. Charlie admitted that although keyboards were not his wheelhouse he would be happy to help me. He undersold himself. He knew exactly how to work the keyboards and helped me figure out exactly which one I needed. I was looking at features that were not applicable to what I needed. He was very low pressure, knowledgeable, and he calmed me right down like he had a PhD in psychology. He was very kind and down to earth. I hope they use him as an example when training new associates because he is about as good as it will ever get. The keyboard I wanted was out of stock, and Charlie worked with his colleagues to send me home with a keyboard that evening until mine arrived. Thank you Guitar Center and thank you Charlie.
Douglas Heckart: Very helpful staff. Being a beginner, I was expecting to be talked down to, and they didn't do that at all.
Am The Man: Really love my guitar, and the sales girl who helped me. All was good and I’m happy with my purchase, however when they mentioned the warranty I respectfully declined.1000$ purchase keep in mind.Then the store manager or owner(not sure who) steps in and insults me. “You cant fix a guitar”. It kind of upset me and ruined the pleasure of bringing home my new guitar.Im an engineer with three discipline's.ElectricalMechanicalSoftwareI know how to build a guitar (and have in the past).Try being respectful to customers.Paying customers. Who did nothing wrong…..Anyway going to enjoy my new toyRock on!
Ben Holladay: Found GC looking for help with an old classical guitar I found that belonged to my late father. Even though it was not worth much, the staff treated me with surprising attention and detail finding new strings and recommendations on how to best restore myself.After starting lessons, staff has been patient and professional with all of my beginner questions. Shout-out to Charlie! Exceptional helping me find whatever I've needed! No pressure, never up-selling, just supportive and kind. 2 days ago I walked in looking to buy a specific model guitar and Charlie (again) took time to help me find a different guitar that better matched my goals and style... I am beyond thrilled with the sound and playability!I cannot recommend the Cary Guitar Center enough.
J.Bully is BullyCity: It may take a minute to get to you, but they are usually helpful and always knowledgeable
E B: It was busy and they were understaffed. Not a single person asked if they could help, was in the store for over a 1/2 an hour.
Guilfer Coro: Excellent place very good pianos 🎹
Kevin Chamberlin: I came in to return an online order and it was a very easy process. The staff was very friendly and helpful
Jhon C. R.: Excellent product and price
B. Coppage: Called in today just to ask if a particular drum head was in stock. The guy asked me what size and type, and as soon as I told him he got real short with me told me he was too busy to help me. So I guess I'm going to 2112 Percussion instead.
Michael Shanklin: Great store with helpful people. Would recommend
Mac McCord: Good service!
TOSHIAKI TAJIMA: 今回は付添で同行しただけでギターが好きな人や趣味でやってる人からすればけっこういろんなギターがあるしキーボード等もあるので訪れるのもいいと思う
E E: Staff is either unwilling or unable to help with any questions you might have, which kind of defeats the purpose of having a musical instruments store. Couple that with the fact that you can’t try most of the things in the store before you buy them, you’re essentially better off just shopping online or going somewhere else.
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2. Best Buy - Cary
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237 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, NC 27518
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At Best Buy Cary, we specialize in helping you find the best technology to enrich your life. Together, we can transform your living space with the latest smart home technology, HDTVs, computers and gaming consoles from your favorite brands. We can walk you through updating your appliances with cutting-edge refrigerators, ovens, washers and dryers. And we can help you make the most of your active lifestyle with our huge selection of health and wellness gear.
At Best Buy Cary, we specialize in helping you find the best technology to enrich your life. Together, we can transform your living space with the latest smart home technology, HDTVs, computers and gaming consoles from your favorite brands. We can walk you through updating your appliances with cutting-edge refrigerators, ovens, washers and dryers. And we can help you make the most of your active lifestyle with our huge selection of health and wellness gear.
田中トビマル: I’ve built several computers using parts from this location, and it has become my go-to for smart home and gaming needs as well. I drove from Knightdale to this one, it really is the best in the area. Staff is very helpful and honest, with great opinions and recommendations. I’ve found that in addition to the invaluable insight, they have genuine interest in what I’m building or designing.They’ve also helped to correct issues from other stores, whether it be issues with pickups or orders, or other stores not honoring policies (return, protection plans, etc).
Anthony Hogan: One of the better Best Buy’s I’ve been to in a while! Wouldn’t you know it, an employee asked me if I needed assistance. I didn’t need it but nice that it was offered. Especially in todays time.
Michael Clover: Rarely have what we need in stock. I'm surprised BB is still in business, to be honest...
yennifer betancur: Gran variedad de productos
Sabarathnam Vaithilingam: Got a good deal on electronics
Russell Villard: Went in the morning. Very helpful specialist helped me and directed me on whether to replace or upgrade. Received alot of information and very polite
Richard Banks: Clean and friendly
Matty Baker: Ryan was so good and helpful!! We wanted a laptop good for gaming and schoolwork and he was so knowledgeable and friendly!
Brking: Great experience, quick and efficient.
LNC Papa: This is the best Best Buy I've ever been to. They have many products and brands you don't see in other Best Buys such as SVS, Anthem, B&W, KEF, McIntosh, Arcam, Salamander, etc.
America FIRST Vote out corruption AMERICA!!!!: I’m a guy, of course I love Best Buy. It’s the only game in town anymore.
Sam Budwan: Poor customer service. Bought a headphone set less than two months ago, mic broke and they won't return it. Not even a store credit!! Very bad customer service.
Sydney Golden: Went to geek squad to get my iPhone 13 Pro battery replaced which was quoted at $89. I’ve literally had this phone for just over a year and the battery is defective. I got there and I have a small crack in my phone and he tells me that I have would have to pay almost $450 for the crack and battery because they can’t work on iPhones without fixing everything that’s wrong with them. Then when I asked if they really can’t just fix my battery the guy says “well we could - we’re just not supposed to” and then doesn’t offer to help at all. Giant waste of time.
Richard Grablin: Store personnel were friendly and helpful, answering a question I had right at the door. Inventory was low for items. Selection was not what I had hoped.
Heather Reagan-Holihan: We didn’t have to wait long to pick up the computer we had repaired but they took over a month to fix it correctly.
Bhavani S: I'm not happy at all they have good option in gadgets. But nobody was there to attend. I waited there for almost an hour, but there was no response.Finally, I ordered online from somewhere else
Lisa Prillaman: In and out quickly to get a replacement MacBook cord. The guy that helped me was friendly and knowledgeable.
Ray Lewis: I always get the greatest service each time I come to store
Andrew: The guy in the TV section that looks like Pete buttigieg is great
Kaycee Thompson: I’ve been coming here since 2015 for all my electronic needs. The last few years, maybe due to the pandemic, I started shopping online instead. The only thing they offer better than other stores is hands on tech support. If you buy the geek squad protection for your device and it breaks beyond repair, they’ll give you a new one. In 2015 they were open until 10pm and now they close at 8 making it nearly impossible to get off work, make dinner and still have time to make a run there if I needed to. I went there yesterday for the first time in about 6 months and the customer service was subpar at best. I brought my iPad in with the intentions of deciding which keyboard case I wanted for it. It was between two expensive brands and I wanted an expert opinion. When looking at the cases, the security alarm went off which attracted someone I could ask for input from. The employee stood by me as I compared the cases and I asked her questions about them but she didn’t know the answers. I had already done some research online so the knowledge I came with is the knowledge I left with. I did see a streaming microphone that caught my eye, so I thought I should go check the selection of those. There was only one to choose from, but 2 colors. Next time I’ll just buy what I need from Amazon instead of wasting my time and gas to go to this store where nobody knows anything and the selection is sparse. Very disappointed.
luqman hasan: Nice good customer service
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3. Music Go Round Cary - Cary
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· 57 reviews
855 Bass Pro Ln, Cary, NC 27513
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brian blochl: This is a go to place to shed some of your used music gear or instruments. They will promptly test and check out your gear and give you an offer to buy it. The used gear at this store is usually good ,especially if you go to the store. Unlike privately sold used gear, they can let you test and check out the used gear in the store to make sure it sounds great. Staff are very helpful
alison saine: Incredibly helpful staff who allowed us to try instruments and coached us what to buy for our intermediate student. Prices matched other used equipment stores. Good experience.
Joey O: Love the business model. Staff is not the most friendly but not a bad place for a decent deal
Lynn Lohmeyer: Helping my brother move, I took a few items here with no idea what would happen. The guys were friendly and helpful. It took about 20 minutes for them to evaluate everything and offered me more than I expected for them.Very positive experience.
Alyson Visgauss: Really wish you wouldn't waste peoples' time and gas money telling them you have something you do not after they confirm the product time multiple times with you, prior to deiving from Durham to get it. Not appreciated.
Gordon Gross: nice guys
Dr. G Plastina (Doc G): My son and I dropped by this place. It’s highly recommended by our musician friend who is a drummer. I started liking this place. There’s a lot of new and slightly used stuff for music lovers, especially for songwriter and musician like me there. They even have a trade-in for any music instruments you want to let go. It’s my favorite place in that park. Definitely be coming back to see and buy more.
Ravi Velamuri: I wish I could write zero stars. I would strongly recommend nobody to buy here. I bought an Electric guitar couple of weeks ago. When I visited them for checking the same guitar because it was not sounding right, they asked me to pay for $65 to set up the guitar. Which doesn’t make any sense. Their return policy/service is really poor. Please don’t buy here unless you’re sure about what you’re getting from them.Music go round cary: please don’t bother about serving better to me in future! I won’t be walking in again
Kim Ebel: My electric bass stopped working all of a sudden. Took it into here and the tech was able to diagnose and fix the problem super quick (~20min)! Very friendly and helpful!!
Scuba Steve Bowes: Another rip off Chain Screwing people That come in to sell Equipment... They Lie and tell you that they can't price items at this amount and you look as soon as your Equipment is posted and they price it higher than they said ... Liars . BUT it is the same anywhere in business anymore. BEWARE IF YOU ARE SELLING.
Parker Moseley: Have bought two almost brand new, top of the line guitars here. Returned others for decent price(bout half of actual value). Staff is alright. Honestly, one kid there is extremely friendly to me and redeems the rest of the staff.
Rodney Nash: Very great place. Fair trades and great prices.
LinuxJunki: Great gear for an even better price, trading is the most fun here
Jack Werner: I'm a huge fan of Music Go Round Cary. I've stopped by multiple times, usually just to 'browse' but I end up leaving with a couple new pedals. They have the best prices in the area for gently used gear and a handful of great, knowledgable guys behind the counter who make sure you're satisfied with what you purchase. I also love to support this local business rather than the giant GuitarCenter down Highway 55. Music Go Round has a sizable collection of electric, acoustic, and classical guitars, as well as all kinds of guitar gear, mixing gear, monitors, drums, amps, you name it. Definitely stop by if you're looking for something new! And thanks Matt for all the help last time!
Lambodar Ray: Great place for shopping Musical instruments. Used items but is good condition and price. Music is always alive so as instruments
Justin Langley: Friendly and helpful staff, amazing and competitive prices, and a great selection. There's a good mix of new and used gear here and you can find some really unique stuff here from time to time.
pratik shah: I bought a used acoustic electric guitar from the store.I bought that in a hurry.I went home and played it for hours.I really liked the tone but I found out an issue (fret buzz) then I changed the new strings hoping it to get fixed.Guess what it did not.I went to the store and asked for refund.The manager was very professional with good attitude.He refunded without any problem.I dont write reviews that much but I liked the customer service.So I thought why not share my experience.
Dan Feola: They dont give much for trade, but their resale prices trend average not overpriced. They purchase everyday which is helpful, decent selection.
Miguel Jackson: Good people. Good place. Love the used equipment!
Ly Vuong: I sold two amps here and they gave me a fair price for both, so I am happy! Actually, bittersweet that I have to say goodbye to my beloved amps, but ... with the money I got, I can get myself a used guitar. :)
Guy Fieri: Tons of pre-owned unique guitars and basses in there. Amps include a Hughes and Kettner too! Awesome store and I met a cool British dude customer who was dropping tons of knowledge on the pharmacudical marketing industry, so a win win
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4. Schoolkids Records - Raleigh
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2237 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
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Xavier Bantang: A record store that sells beer for you to sip as you listen and enjoy the vibe. 5 stars are simply not enough...
Gary Milholland: Fun place to catch a live show!
Andrea Bass: Interesting shop people were friendly and knowledgeable. Had a good variety of artists.
Bryce Chaney: Great bands and good beers!
Travis Beesley: Heaven
Melissa Green: Great staff who are so helpful!
Jaime Lassiter: They still had a large supply of the new Taylor Swift album...
devon049: Whoever Guy working front counter was rude and I promise I wouldn’t step a foot back in this place if they were giving records away for free! If you don’t have people skills please find a job where you don’t have to deal with the public….wrong field My Guy
MJ Worldwide: Very nostalgic record shop. Helpful workers and awesome selection of memorabilia. Def worth the experience of digging in the crates. New and used records. Some are in the plastic brand new.
Eddie Lassiter Jr: Huge selection of an almost extinct form of media, CDs. Great group of folks up there working!!
Teresa: It was a cool record shop that is conveniently located next next to a consignment shop that I was visiting. I browsed around and there seems to be a good selection of modern and vintage music.
Alex Napoli (ANapoli): Over priced on almost everything. A hipster record shop. They have a lot of records though.
Don Frazier: Only record/music store within 60 miles of me. 😥😥😥. Ah well, live & let die.
Tony G: Cool spot where the hip kids find music to listen to. They also do live shows so check out there page to find who plays when. Beer too.
Nick Webster: So had full intentions of wondering through the store but I spent all my money looking through the first box of records lots of good stuff here
Kim Myers: My granddaughter and I went to a concert here. It was a very friendly, warm venue and I found an old CD I had long lost! This store sells vinyl records and cassettes, old and new.
Rick Lawhun: Great store and an even better group of people!
Don Cappelletti: The selections are sick ! The folks are sick ! I go for vinyl and they never disappoint ! They have to rank TOP 10 on the East Coast !
Mathew Dankanich: Not much there, extremely overpriced. New releases are almost double in price
Robert Spady: Great overall selections.
Stefan Kowalewski: Cool record shop. Great selection of vinyl and CDs. They also have some very rare vinyl records.
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5. Music & Arts - Cary
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426 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, NC 27518
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Our mission here at Music & Arts is to connect people of all ages, interests and backgrounds with whatever resources they need to thrive in music. We’re a one-stop shop for students, parents, music educators and musicians, providing phenomenal private music instruction, name brand instrument and music accessory sales, rentals, repairs and a wide selection of books and sheet music. We proudly serve everyone from seasoned career musicians to young students learning how to play an instrument for the first time. No matter what you’re doing in music, we’re here to help you thrive!
Cary, NC, welcome to your friendly local music store! We’re conveniently located near I-40 and US-64 on Crossroads Blvd. You can find us just west of Cary’s gorgeous Lake Johnson and south of Walnut Creek.
In addition to the wonderful community here in Cary, we also serve the surrounding areas of Morrisville, Clegg, Bethesda, Millbrook, Falls, Neuse, Knightdale, Shotwell, Archer Lodge, Clayton, Garner, Willow Springs, Williams Crossroads, Holly Springs, Feltonville, Friendship, Apex, New Hill, Bonsal and more!
Need your guitar or bass restrung before your next show? Let our expert maintenance and repair team handle it! The last thing you should be worrying about before an important performance is the hassle of putting new strings on your instrument, so drop your axe off with us and we’ll have it cleaned and restrung in no time. We’re here to help you focus on what’s important––music!
Since 1965, Music & Arts has partnered with local music education programs in our nation’s schools to provide instruments, music accessories and sheet music to students. Our Cary location proudly serves the following local schools:
Apex MS, Archer Lodge MS, Benson MS, Bunn MS, Carnage MS, Cardinal Charter Academy, Cary Academy, Cary Christian, Clayton MS, Cleveland MS, Daniels MS, Davis Drive MS, Dillard Drive MS, Durant Road MS, East Cary MS, East Lee MS, East Millbrook MS, East Wake MS, Fuller Elementary, Fuquay Varina MS, Grace Christan, Heritage MS, Hillburn Academy, Holly Ridge MS, Holly Grove MS, Horton MS, Leesville Road MS, Ligon MS, Lufkin Road MS, Martin MS, McGees Crossroads MS, Mills Park MS, North Garner MS, Neuse Charter, Our Lady of Lourdes, Powell Elementary, Ravenscroft, Reedy Creek MS, Riverwood MS, Rolesville MS, Salem MS, Smithfield MS, St. Mary Magdalene, St. Timothy, Sterling Montessori, Thales Academy, Wake Christian Academy, Wendell MS, West Cary MS, West Lee MS, West Millbrook, Zebulon MS, and all surrounding high school programs.
Are you a local music teacher here in Cary? Music & Arts can’t thank you enough for all you do! Come in and save 30% on books and sheet music during our monthly Teacher Appreciation Day! We know how difficult your job can be, so we’re here to make life just a little bit easier. Thanks for all you do!
Whether you’ve got an important wedding gig at the Cypress Manor at Cary with your string quartet or a show at one of Raleigh’s awesome music venues with your punk band, let the Music & Arts here in Cary be your last stop before you take the stage. With everything from string rosin and guitar picks to helpful books and sheet music, we’re here to help you perform your best!
Got big dreams of performing at Cary’s Ritmo Latino Music, Art and Dance Festival someday? Our talented team of music instructors can help! With a combined decades of experience teaching technique, songwriting and music theory on a wide array of instruments, our lessons are perfect for adults and kids learning an instrument for the first time.
Our mission here at Music & Arts is to connect people of all ages, interests and backgrounds with whatever resources they need to thrive in music. We’re a one-stop shop for students, parents, music educators and musicians, providing phenomenal private music instruction, name brand instrument and music accessory sales, rentals, repairs and a wide selection of books and sheet music. We proudly serve everyone from seasoned career musicians to young students learning how to play an instrument for the first time. No matter what you’re doing in music, we’re here to help you thrive!
Cary, NC, welcome to your friendly local music store! We’re conveniently located near I-40 and US-64 on Crossroads Blvd. You can find us just west of Cary’s gorgeous Lake Johnson and south of Walnut Creek.
In addition to the wonderful community here in Cary, we also serve the surrounding areas of Morrisville, Clegg, Bethesda, Millbrook, Falls, Neuse, Knightdale, Shotwell, Archer Lodge, Clayton, Garner, Willow Springs, Williams Crossroads, Holly Springs, Feltonville, Friendship, Apex, New Hill, Bonsal and more!
Need your guitar or bass restrung before your next show? Let our expert maintenance and repair team handle it! The last thing you should be worrying about before an important performance is the hassle of putting new strings on your instrument, so drop your axe off with us and we’ll have it cleaned and restrung in no time. We’re here to help you focus on what’s important––music!
Since 1965, Music & Arts has partnered with local music education programs in our nation’s schools to provide instruments, music accessories and sheet music to students. Our Cary location proudly serves the following local schools:
Apex MS, Archer Lodge MS, Benson MS, Bunn MS, Carnage MS, Cardinal Charter Academy, Cary Academy, Cary Christian, Clayton MS, Cleveland MS, Daniels MS, Davis Drive MS, Dillard Drive MS, Durant Road MS, East Cary MS, East Lee MS, East Millbrook MS, East Wake MS, Fuller Elementary, Fuquay Varina MS, Grace Christan, Heritage MS, Hillburn Academy, Holly Ridge MS, Holly Grove MS, Horton MS, Leesville Road MS, Ligon MS, Lufkin Road MS, Martin MS, McGees Crossroads MS, Mills Park MS, North Garner MS, Neuse Charter, Our Lady of Lourdes, Powell Elementary, Ravenscroft, Reedy Creek MS, Riverwood MS, Rolesville MS, Salem MS, Smithfield MS, St. Mary Magdalene, St. Timothy, Sterling Montessori, Thales Academy, Wake Christian Academy, Wendell MS, West Cary MS, West Lee MS, West Millbrook, Zebulon MS, and all surrounding high school programs.
Are you a local music teacher here in Cary? Music & Arts can’t thank you enough for all you do! Come in and save 30% on books and sheet music during our monthly Teacher Appreciation Day! We know how difficult your job can be, so we’re here to make life just a little bit easier. Thanks for all you do!
Whether you’ve got an important wedding gig at the Cypress Manor at Cary with your string quartet or a show at one of Raleigh’s awesome music venues with your punk band, let the Music & Arts here in Cary be your last stop before you take the stage. With everything from string rosin and guitar picks to helpful books and sheet music, we’re here to help you perform your best!
Got big dreams of performing at Cary’s Ritmo Latino Music, Art and Dance Festival someday? Our talented team of music instructors can help! With a combined decades of experience teaching technique, songwriting and music theory on a wide array of instruments, our lessons are perfect for adults and kids learning an instrument for the first time.
laura pope: Tommy has been a great percussion teacher! He is definitely an asset and we would recommend him to anyone who asks!
Keiriek R: Friendly Staff and helpful
Joe Christopher: Friendly young staff that were helpful. Sold me a nice medium priced guitar.
A P: Very helpful, nice well educated staff.
S. Graham: Wonderful staff. Very knowledgeable. Had my bass fixed and fine-tune in a very timely manner. I would recommend this place for music needs.
Gerardo Rivera: I rented a student flute for a month in October of this year 2022. The flute I rented was clean and appeared brand new! It was a Jupiter flute which was the same brand of flute I own. Ironically, the sounds/notes 🎶 were produced easier than my flute! 😛😯.The shop is small and reminds me of the instrument rental/repair shops back home 🏡 in TX. Lots of instruments and accessories could be found, bought, or rented depending on the item (overpriced in my opinion).The young people behind the counter were friendly and helpful. I appreciate the room in the back in which you can practice after you pick up your repaired instrument 👍. They do have a water 💦 fountain ⛲ and bathroom which is great. The only complaint would be the temperature 🌡️ was high (hot 🔥 inside) that day I went in.
Julia Hageman: This company has shady business practices. The band teacher forgot to return our instrument to the education consultant with Cary Music and Arts in North Carolina. He finally returned it and we were promised a refund for the 6 months they were charging us when we thought we had returned the instrument. I have been trying to get the situation solved and get a refund for 2 months. It has been a nightmare getting anyone to help with anything in customer service and even the education consultant won't respond to texts or calls. The company seems to be in it for the money and hoping you forget you have a contract with them and they can just continue to charge your credit card if you don't notice. Beware. The education consultant got them to stop charging my credit card but now they sent a debt collection letter-but the instrument has been returned. It's been maddening. I would never, ever rent an instrument from this company again.
Dorie Ney: Very helpful, understood my needs and able to help with choices
Briyanna Terry-Barton: The sales associate at the Durham location was mean and basically didn't want to help us... He pushed us out the door... But the Cary location was very pleasant and helpful... I will be going to Cary for anything pertaining to music from now on... My five stars is for Cary!!!
Shalyse Clayton: The guy working there was super helpful and knew right where the items I were without having to move. He also knew what items I was describing, for the clarinet, without a picture. Lots of items in stock and a lot of variety.
Claire Helms: Helpful and kind staff!
nick ilies: Great store great product and very nice and well knowledgeable staff 👍
Steve Thayer: Super friendly and knowledgeable staff!
Salad Gaming: Customer service was great. As a musician myself, the employees knew quite a bit about music as well.
Adileny Lagunas: As soon as i walked in, i was helped from beginning to end; staff very helpful !!
Visvesh Balasubramanian: Went for a instrument swap - changed size of violin from 1/4 to 3/4 . Was an easy transaction with very helpful staff .
Jennifer Aubut: Helpful and friendly staff. Had lots of choices for many items. Would recommend to others for sure!
Gwenyth Vuke: Came here for some music for a Christmas present for a beloved piano teacher. Left with three beautiful books and had Wonder conversation about composers and arrangers with the manager and two employees. They were helpful and pleasant!
David Sternquist: Clerk knew where the item we were looking for was located (she walked us to the specific display shelf, and went into a little detail as to the differences between the options (brands) that were available.So GREAT Customer service, friendly, knowledgeable staff, decent prices
Jessica Beaver (Ellareyne): Getting a rental for my son saxophone. His saxophone got damage recently and thank goodness I had their warranty, I didn’t had to pay anything for it! They said it could take 3 weeks for it to come back and I got it less than that! Always great service
Gil Fdz: Excellent service and very friendly staff!!! No doubt about it!!!
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6. Record Krate Raleigh - Raleigh
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508 Saint Marys St (Rear Of Bldg, Raleigh, NC 27605
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Jeremiah Crotts: I went on April 22 for the Record Store Day to attempt to find the Folklore long pond studio a vinyl by taylor swift. i was searching in the green bin with all the other record store day items, where he told us to search, knowing he didn’t have any and told us to search anyways. there were vinyls kicked up in a box that i though we could search through because it was open and i saw other people going through them as well. he told us to go check anywhere there so i thought it was okay. so i went to look through it and then he comes over and yells really loud at us, being ruder than the devil, being so disrespectful and then kicking us out. truly terrible service and i would not want to give him any service. if he didn’t want people going through the boxes then he shouldn’t have them out for people to look though, or set up a sign or write a box. he should not treat his paying customers like that.
Char: Super nice guy!! Great customer service.
Raquel C: good variety of vinyls, friendly guy at the register, and saw a really beautiful cat! will definitely come back!
James Pete: First off, the store smelled of rotten eggs. Second, there were buckets placed all over the store to catch dripping water from the ceiling. I didn't stay long but the few bins I flipped through, the records were way overpriced for the condition they were in. Also, the owner is very rude and has an extremely dry sense of humor which made the entire experience super awkward. I would definitely recommend shopping somewhere else for your vinyl needs.
Hillel Abrams: Don't recommend selling any of your LPs here. Most of the other area record shops will tell you what they are looking for and more importantly, what they are not. Not Record Krate - just bring it all in and I'll take a look at it. Thanks a lot. Works real well for RK since you are the one doing the hauling there and hauling back. The prices we got were much less than what we received elsewhere as we split the collection up before making the rounds. RK has no problem wasting your efforts and paying very little for your property. You can do better; much better.
Zaza Pachulia: Great selection but a horrible owner who acted like he did not want us in the store or giving him business. Extremely rude. I thought a store was there for consumers, not here though.
Randi Poirier: Adam is very knowledgeable about his inventory and he values giving the customers a good experience. He doesn’t cater to the mass-produced-dime-a-dozen clientele. Picked up some artists I’ve never heard of! Excited to stop back by Record Krate the next time I’m town.
Allen Plott: For those giving him a hard time about his mask and person limit, understand it's for your protection and his. I don't mind it at all and it actually helps me feel at ease. I can krate dig as long as I like and I don't have to worry about being in a confined space for too long. I mostly visit the Wake Forest location as it is the closest for me. But whether you go to the Wake Forest location or Raleigh location, it's always a great experience. He has a great vinyl selection to choose from and he also has other types of media like CD's and cassettes. I love to go krate dig and chat with Adam! He also does online sales as well and I have been very satisfied with those as well!
Dan B: Awesome store. Good prices, and fun to dig for records.
Carolyn Savino: My first time in, and I walked in without a mask. The owner asked that I put a mask on which I had no problem doing - his shop, his rules. Great selection of vinyl, and a cute shop cat, named Nico. Left with 3 records. Will be back.
Mathew Dankanich: Didn't even make it in the door, must wear mask👎👎
Dan Caugherty: Turned awayI was ready to browse until I walked in, when I was told that store had a max capacity of two.Two. Tee Double-you Oh. I am not making this up.I respect the rights of the owners due to COVID, but.. really? How can they keep the lights on this way??I told the next three people who no showed up that they were not getting in anytime soon.
anthony: i seriously don’t know what all these reviews are talking about calling the owner rude. sure, there is a two person capacity and you have to wait in line but he’s not rude about it, he just enforces it for safety reasons. he’s actually very nice, he was helpful when i asked him questions and even cracked a couple jokes. i would definitely go back and purchase again!
Russell Townshend: I used to visit the store fairly regularly until the person working there was rude to my son and his friends for absolutely no reason and wouldn't sell them anything.
Sean Roach: Kirk is the nicest guy. We stopped in today, after about two years since our last visit. Not only did he remember my fiancé and I, but he pulled a record out of a stack he was pricing that he knew I’d love - can’t believe he remembered after all this time! Rock on, Kirk!
Carol's Creative Corner: Great choice of music. Adam is Great. I know him personally. Thank you for being concerned about our health and requiring masks and limiting the number of customers. Anyone who is ignorant enough to give a bad review, must have a problem following rules.
Aidan Townshend: Has a pretty decent selection if you can buy anything at all. The owner was incredibly rude and didn't want customers so he didn't get my business.
Paul Cacciatore: What a dump virtually no stock not worth driving here….. owner Extremely rude
Nicolas Riquelme: Horrible, horrible place. Stunk inside. Worthless records. Rude owner. Don’t go.
Mike Lucas: Horrible smell, gave me a headache for the rest of the day
Ben Morrissey: Rude owner. Really creepy junky place, not great selection, don’t shop here.
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7. Nice Price Books & Records - Raleigh
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· 292 reviews
3106 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27607
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8. Editors Choice Music - Cary
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6015 Fordland Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606
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9. Sorry State Records - Raleigh
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· 249 reviews
317 W Morgan St #105, Raleigh, NC 27601
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10. Chaz's Bull City Records - Durham
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· 134 reviews
124 E Main St, Durham, NC 27701
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11. Sound Off Records & Hi-Fi - Raleigh
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· 97 reviews
14 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603
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12. Schoolkids Records - Chapel Hill
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· 105 reviews
405-C W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
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