Buy & Sell Center 410 East 11th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401

"This shop was such a pleasant surprise. Wasn't sure what to expect, because of the name. It sounds more like a low budget used instrument store. But, surprise! It's much more than that. And the staff is so helpful."

"I've made a couple purchases here, and I've always been blown away by the diverse variety of instruments they have in stock and the knowledgable, friendly staff. If you're looking for an instrument not normally found in most popular western music shops, this place will probably have it. My last purchase was an Oud back in August of 2023, and I was impressed by one of the employee's knowledge of the instrument. He took the time to write down several online resources and books for me to start out with, and he was clearly very passionate about the instruments they sell and was happy to take the time to answer all my questions."

"Dropped by in hopes they would have a functional used banjo for cheap for a total musical noob (i.e. me). They had banjos but they were expensive & did not seem used; I'm not looking to spend more than $220 for a beginner's banjo with starter accessories (picks, strap, tuner, cover, etc.) but I guess brick & mortar stores don't want poor person money these days. No greet nor offer of help from the guy behind the counter but whatever. I asked if that was it for their supply of banjos; he responded politely in the affirmative. I thanked him and left. Oh well."

"I purchased a SNARKX tuner from these guys only a couple months ago. It already stopped working. So after some trouble shooting, trying a new battery, I checked the instructions. Come to find out the tuner that was in the package was different than the one on the box and the instructions. I was too focused on getting my guitar tuned, I didn't notice till it stopped working. Which by the way, it's a tuner, not super complicated. After only a short period of time, I was surprised it wasn't turning on. So naturally, I called the shop to let them know what was up. Which then led me to have one of the poorest conversations I've had with an employee to date. Very unhelpful, entitled, and bratty. It was like talking to my 19 year old sister. I quote him saying "well what do you want me to do about it?" Not sure mate, maybe make it right? Exchange it? After a few minutes, he finally offered to "take a look at it," but at that point I was fed up with this pr***, so I went to Beacock instead. Not only did they help me with some other things, they even helped me with the tuner, that they didn't sell. Buy & Sell could learn a thing from them."

"Quite honestly, this place is everything anyone could hope for in a local music shop. I came in looking for a replacement head to refurbish a banjo that a friend had kindly gifted me. Kyle [serendipitous name coincidence] was expertly knowledgeable, discussed some options with me, and helped me settle on exactly what I needed. They also have a gorgeous inventory of banjos that I thoroughly enjoyed gawking at. I will certainly be back - thank you! *First pic is some of Buy & Sell's banjo inventory, and the second is my refurbished banjo."