AB Music Studios

My daughter has been getting guitar lessons from Andy for about 8 mos now. She has really progressed. I finally had a break and sat in on a class to witness his instruction 1^st hand. He’s very good, not over-​bearing, gentle guidance on fingering, progressions, picking etc. Very low key dude and respectful of her unique learning style.
Front desk crew is also great, easy to talk to, easy to shop for her next upgrade. Exceptional store tucked into a strip mall in HB. But you can easily see that they care about music and their budding musicians!

I recently purchased a custom order G&L guitar from AB Music. Because of the exceptional service I received, I drove from San Clemente to do business with them. From the initial phone call to picking up my instrument yesterday, they made the entire transaction completely painless. Craig was the main person I had contact with, & his dedication to customer service really earned my gratitude & respect. In fact, everyone there was helpful, friendly & just plain nice.
I wholeheartedly recommend them as far as the sales of musical instruments goes. When I was in the shop cinching up the details of my purchase, I overheard a few of the beginner lessons in progress. The teachers seemed competent & were extremely patient with what seemed like very inexperienced students, both kids & a few middle aged adults. I suspect their teaching skills are every bit as good as their customer service.
In the future, I would shop with them again, hands down.
Customer Bobb
PS: I read the review of AB from a prospective client that stated that one of their staff was dropping the F-​bomb at some woman in the parking lot as the reason she wasn’t going to have her son receive lessons there. I really can’t blame her if that scared her off. After interacting with every member of their crew, I can only guess that the gal who got yelled at probably earned it in spades. The folks at AB are really sweet people.

They have great selection for guitar accessories, not so much selection for the instruments themselves. The guys there are knowledge and helpful, and take their time with the customers. I enjoy coming here because they have better service than Guitar Center and way better than Sam Ash, and have just as good of an accessory selection as the bigger stores… Plus it’s super easy to get in and out. Just don’t expect to be able to sit down and play a bunch of Martins, Taylor’s and Gibson’s.

I started taking my guitar repair to AB Music and have been extremely happy! Now they have all my business. Really good guys, not just out to make a buck but provide excellent service. Much stronger at work on acoustics over my last repair shop. Craig and everyone there is out to make their customers happy and the do it every time!

This is the best Mom n Pop music store around, not sure if there is a mom but you get my point. It is a dyeing trend to see anything Mom n Pop any more. I buy my harmonicas from them and I get great prices and they even have all the keys, I could not be happier They sale some sheet music and videos and have lessons, Please give this place a try before you try those big chain stores, you will not be disappointed

Great music store AND music studio! Both my husband and daughter take electric guitar with Andy. They have been playing for over a year and have learned so much. Just recently my daughter started voice lessons too, with Laura. She loves it and is really enjoying it. Highly recommend!!!

Been taking ukulele lessons from Craig. He’s a great teacher. Very patient and helpful. It’s my first attempt at a string instrument (I’m 38). Very cool guy. The people in the store seem really nice and helpful.

Best music shop in HB and OC! Super cool and knowledgable guys! Great selection, awesome place!

I was thrilled to discover that AB Music held private lessons, especially for small little human beings. I have a 5 year old and I wanted him to start piano lessons. He has been taking them for over 8 months now and I am very pleased with the program and staff.
When he is ready to move onto drums, this will be my go-​to-​spot for lessons. AB Music is a one stop shop!

I believe this is the best place ever! Great teachers, supplies of all kinds and simply put; repairs you can count on! No matter the music they have the teachers. Just try AB Music once and you will become a part of their family.

My son has been taking guitar lessons for over a year at AB Studios with Andy. Prior to Andy, my son was with another teacher at a different studio. My son loved both teachers, but has definitely learned more with Andy. He has improved so much in the last year, but I noticed the improvement within the first month of lessons with Andy. Very professional, reliable, and «cool» (from my son). Love this place for lessons. Charge is comparable with other teachers.

This place is a staple Of HB since 1981. I’ve had tons of repairs done here and took lessons. This place has had same teachers for many years that says a lot. Its not one of those long hair rocker shops Just a very local mom and pop place. I grew up here in HB and I’ve seen music stores come and go Yet this place is still here, not surprised.
Support it. They know there stuff. I think they repair just about anything oh ya amps too. If your punk, hardcore or just a local you know you’ve been here. If your Axe needs a setup this is the place. at least half the cost of anyone else in town.

Been going here the last few years & I’ve bought three ukuleles here for friends already. The selection isn’t that big but it is a small store. The people that work here are very friendly & knowledgeable :) they also offer ukulele classes here ! Overall, a great local music store :)

The is the brick and mortar argument for the proprietor owned shopped. These guys know exactly what they’re doing. If you want to buy, if you want to repair, if you want to learn, save yourself the grief of a chain store and seek out this brilliant jewel of a shop. Quirky, quaint, perfect.

This is a great local music shop. I’ve been going here for years to get my guitars worked on. Quality work. Very reasonable prices. $ 30 for a basic set up. $ 25 to get a pickup replaced.
It’s not Guitar Center. They don’t have a great selection of guitars or other instruments, but the people are friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend it, if you need your guitar repaired.

This is a really great place to learn music. I sent my child for piano lessons here and was happy by the attention and teaching that the instructor gave at the studios. It’s really focused, it’s loads of fun, age-​appropriate, and a good local bargain. I’ve never bought any instruments here but I’ve bought sheet music and some music odds and ends. Again the music instructions seems to be very sound and I’d give it a huge recommendation, especially Sue, the piano teacher who’s always patient, flexible on time adjustments, and is a wonderful piano teacher.

AB Music is a great shop for beginner of all ages and with very knowledgeable musician’s for your musical needs. I’ve been a happy customer for about 15 years since my grandparent first brought me there. Bob, Dan and Andee have helped me greatly and also my family and friends. So take it from me kids, there no place better then AB Music studios. Doing something to help your local music shop is a good feeling to have. Thanks you guys…

Went in to buy some piano sheet music, they had a very limited selection of only easy music and the man working there was not very friendly towards me. Probably won’t ever go back here.