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Austin Guitar Scene

The guitar store scene in Austin, Texas, is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the city’s rich musical heritage and its reputation as the “Live Music Capital of the World.” Here are a few notable shops:

Austin Vintage Guitars

4306 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78751

Owner: Steve Fulton

Specializes in vintage and rare guitars with a vast selection.

Musicmakers Austin

8650 Spicewood Springs Rd #115, Austin, TX 78759

Owner: David Keim

Offers guitars, basses, and lessons in a friendly environment.

Austin Guitar House

1102 Shoal Creek Blvd., Austin, TX 78701

Owner: Leslie Dubberly

Boutique guitar shop with a curated selection of high-end guitars.

Charlie's Guitar Shop

2001 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78705

Owner: Charlie Spears

Renowned for its array of used and new guitars, and expert repairs.

Guitar Resurrection

813 Morrow St, Austin, TX 78757

Owner: Alan Ratliff

High-end guitar shop known for custom guitars and quality service.

Fiddler's Green Music Shop

1809 W. 35th Street, Austin, TX 78703

Owner: Clay McGehee

Offers acoustic guitars, mandolins, banjos, and other folk instruments.

Strait Music Company

2428 W Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Owner: Robert Strait

Family-owned store with a wide selection of musical instruments, including guitars.

South Austin Music

1402 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78704

Owner: Bill Welker

Local staple with a wide array of guitars and on-site repairs.

Rock N Roll Rentals

1420 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704

Owner: Jim Norman

Instrument and equipment rental store known for affordability and quality.

Cliff's Guitars

4917 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78751

Owner: Cliff Davis

Specializes in custom guitar builds and high-quality pre-owned instruments.

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