Music City

"In July, I spent approximately $1400 over several purchases, two of which were guitars. Near the end of the month I had four dining room faux leather chairs that were only a couple months old. They didn't work out at home and because he lacked seating for older customers, only had barstool height to try out a guitar, I gave them to him for free. Went in today because I was interested in a $699 used guitar he had that I saw on line. Went in, got a hi and that's about it. Bennie kept messing with whatever he was doing. Some younger "sales" person was over at the far end of the counter. Think the helper maybe was eating something. Asked about the guitar because it looked darker in person and the price wasn't the same. Being somewhat handicapped I didn't see my chairs and mentioned I had no place to sit down so I could try the guitar. No heads came up or offered help. Went out to my truck, looked it up and it was the same guitar, but now $50 higher. No one ever came over to help me. We just had long distance conversation. Mentioned the price difference. Heard are you sure you got the right guitar. Neither one moved to look it up either. It was a PRS SE McCarty 594SE Double Cut and they only had one in the store and it looked exactly the same. Still no movement or any show of interest from them. Felt like I was bothering or interrupting them from something very important or else they just didn't care. Said forget it and me and my cane headed out the door. The only other thing I had on me was my credit card in my pocket. Was all set to buy but was afraid I would also have to ring my own sale up. Headed over to see John at McNeil Music. He's very helpful and friendly and engages in conversation. I also have purchased from him and will continue to do so. Matter of fact I ended up getting a PRS Zach Myers Semi Hollow model with gorgeous blue woodgrain that plays beautifully for $100 off. Never experienced a really pleasant shopping experience at Music City. Always felt there was some underlying attitude. Not going back. I'll drive to Syracuse or Scranton before I'd go back to him. Check out Northeast Music in Scranton, unbelievable."

"Excellent the best music store around. I love this place for all my music needs. Guitar center sucks."

"I'd never visited before... fantastic shop from guitars to CDs and vinyl. If you're in the area its a mandatory stop! Wide varoety from patches to rock shirts."

"I’ve been to music stores all over the country and Music City is by far one of the best. Would give more stars if I could. Benny is just fantastic to talk to and makes you feel at home and gives no pressure to buy anything. He is just there to share his passion for music. This little gem in Vestal has everything you could possibly need music related: - fantastic selection of CD’s, vinyls, posters. - tons of used and new guitars and amps - various other instruments like cellos, violins, clarinets, keyboards, - studio recording equipment, cables, record players - repairs and lessons - and even more"

"Benny and all of the staff are absolutely wonderful! Very informative, kind, and eager to assist. Not to mention a great stock of well priced instruments of all kinds! Love this place. So happy that they have helped inspire and fuel my passion to learn music ♡"