Encore Music

Encore did back flips to facilitate my daughter's Christmas gift. Pricing is fair.. they're ethical. Shop local

Chad has been running this store for almost 30 years and he knows his art! He's a no nonsense type of guy, who I get but some don't because he cuts through all the BS that goes with the music industry, and will be honest about the fact that he needs to make a dollar too, in order to keep the doors open on his shop, that he loves! Anyway, he's always been fair with me, and even will throw you some great wisdom as far as buying gear, if you pay him the respect he deserves! Lastly he always has some sweet, old beautiful vintage guitars available for purchase, but dont expect to get them for free, as he knows the real market! Highly recommended!

I bought some of my favorite gear at Encore over the years. Chad is always full of helpful insight that you don't often get other places and he spends as much time with you as you need to understand the situation. I also have my amps repaired there and it's super reasonable. There is so much cool gear there go check it out.

Chad runs a great store and caters to all musical levels, beginner to professional. His knowledge is expansive and he helped me find the perfect amp for my needs. Great to support a local store in Uptown.

Encore is a guitarist dream come true. It's a great shop and Chad lives and breathes guitars. I have bought and sold several nice guitars there over the years. I have moved out of Minneapolis and I really miss that place. If you are into guitars and amps, you must go check this place out !

The place is oozing a "forgotten treasures" and there are interesting and valuable little gems all over the store. Reminds me a bit of The Book Trader but for musical instruments.

Chad sold me on a guitar without being pushy or arrogant. He took the time to talk with me about the construction process of acoustic guitars, and walked me through playing increasingly expensive guitars while discussing what made them more expensive. You aren't gonna get that at Guitar Center, or even some other local places. A+, do recommend.

I had a wonderful experience. The owner was very knowledgeable and helpful in getting my daughter's first guitar. He didn't try to sell us the most expensive equipment and went above and beyond to make sure that every piece that he sold us was in top notch condition.

Chad has always been very helpful and honest to my husband whenever we stop in. I appreciate that Chad makes recommendations based upon what my husband actually needs, or will use - he never refers him to something that would be frivolous or a poor fit. He wants to see his customers happy, and their purchases put to good use.

The best music store I’ve been to in Minneapolis.
The owner is incredibly knowledgeable and a great resource for a guitar player of any skill set. The walls and shelves are stacked floor to ceiling with everything you could ever need.

Encore is a jewel of the whittier neighborhood. For one, The staff is very knowledgeable. Any guitar related questions I have get answered at Encore Music. The service is top notch and very well priced. I had a guitar that fell of a table and the bolts holding the neck to the body were ripped out. These guys fixed it, set it up, and made it sound better then it did when it was new for like $70! If you want the real deal, Encore is the place to go.

Awesome store. Not your average guitar-Mart. Something for everybody. Found a 25 yr old Tele for a fair price. I think if they don't have something for me, I don't need anything.

I've bought a few guitars here. The owner is super cool knows what he's talking about and is reasonably priced. Will definitely be doing more business in the future

Purchased a guitar I had been searching for at an unbelievable price. Great customer service,lots of cool gear. Bring extra cash,you will want to buy more!!

I've known Chad for 30 years and he's the best. Fair pricing and he's always trying to help you out. You'll love this place.

Chad is absolutely awesome! Friendly, knowledgeable, trustworthy. Low overhead = great prices! Love this shop!

Chad is a great person, he will help you get the right gear for you and if you aren't buying today, he's got great stories to regale you with!!!

Super cool shop. Right now it is appointment only. Owner is very knowledgeable in vintage instruments.

Chad rules and has been selling musical gear for a long time , and you never know what you will find there!

Call ahead for an appointment. Chad is very knowledge and a joy to work with.

Always treated like royalty when I shop there. Great selection and properly priced however the service is the star of the show