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Located at 2108 E. 80th Ave.
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Hobart
Located at 2108 E. 80th Ave.
Store Hours
Monday 11:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday 11:00am - 7:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am - 7:00pm
Thursday 11:00am - 7:00pm
Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday 11:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday 11:00am - 7:00pm
M-F : 11 AM - 7 PM
Sat : 11 AM - 8 PM
Sun : 11 AM - 7 PM
Address
2108 E. 80th Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410-5725
Store Services
  • Lessons
    Lessons
    From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
  • Repairs
    Repairs
    From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
  • Rentals
    Rentals
    Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
  • GC Pro
    GC Pro
    Guitar Center Professional is a network of account managers and engineers with direct access to top manufacturers. From personal studios to concert venues, we design and install custom audiovisual systems sure to exceed your expectations.
  • Platinum Room
    Platinum Room
    Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
  • Vintage
    Vintage
    From rare finds to coveted classics, you never know what you’ll find in our vintage collection. Find that perfect instrument that was made decades ago and summon all the tone and vibe from that special moment in time.
Store Services
  • GC Pro
    GC Pro
    Guitar Center Professional is a network of account managers and engineers with direct access to top manufacturers. From personal studios to concert venues, we design and install custom audiovisual systems sure to exceed your expectations.
  • Platinum Room
    Platinum Room
    Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
  • Vintage
    Vintage
    From rare finds to coveted classics, you never know what you’ll find in our vintage collection. Find that perfect instrument that was made decades ago and summon all the tone and vibe from that special moment in time.
Store Specialties
Why Choose Guitar Center?
Shop Top Brands
Shop Top Brands
GC Merrillville carries a broad assortment of new, used, and vintage instruments from top brands like Fender, Gibson, Yamaha, Shure, etc.
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Consult With Our Staff
Consult With Our Staff
Knowledgeable staff provides personalized guidance tailored to your musical goals, skill level, and gear preferences. Our team is here to help you make confident.
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Full-Service Music Hub
Full-Service Music Hub
This location isn’t just retail—it’s an end-to-end music support center offering: Lessons for all skill levels and multiple instruments. Professional repairs, maintenance, and upgrades. Gear and live sound rentals.
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Guitar Center Merrillville Musical Instruments Store
Guitar Center Merrillville gives the local music community a reliable place to explore sounds, replace essentials and plan the next upgrade with knowledgeable support. Musicians can compare core instruments, upgrade amps and effects, fill studio gaps or build a performance system with new and used options across major categories. Students can build skills through lessons, and shoppers can get practical help matching instruments and equipment to the way they actually play. The E. 80th Ave location gives players across Northwest Indiana a practical stop for planned upgrades and last-minute needs. For players across Northwest Indiana, it is a practical music store in Merrillville for comparing instruments, studio gear and live-sound equipment in person. The brand mix crosses the store: Martin guitars, Yamaha basses, Pearl drums, Korg synths, AKG microphones, Pioneer DJ controllers and Avid recording tools represent the range, alongside rotating used and vintage finds. With several departments represented, players can compare the parts of a live, practice or recording setup without treating each purchase separately.

Nearby Locations

  • 4271 W. 167th Street
    Country Club Hills, IL 60478-2017
    • Lessons
      Lessons
      From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
    • Repairs
      Repairs
      From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
    • Rentals
      Rentals
      Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
    • Platinum Room
      Platinum Room
      Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
    • Destination Drum Shop
      Destination Drum Shop
      Destination Drum Shop locations are staffed with drum specialists and have more professional kits, cymbals, snares, hardware and other drum essentials in stock—all on display and ready to play.
  • 7250 S Cicero Ave.
    Suite C
    Bedford Park, IL 60629-5815
    • Lessons
      Lessons
      From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
    • Repairs
      Repairs
      From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
    • Rentals
      Rentals
      Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
    • Platinum Room
      Platinum Room
      Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
  • 2633 N. Halsted St.
    Chicago, IL 60614-2301
    • Lessons
      Lessons
      From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
    • Repairs
      Repairs
      From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
    • Rentals
      Rentals
      Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
    • Platinum Room
      Platinum Room
      Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
    • Pedal Station
      Pedal Station
      Whether you’re looking for that missing sound in your arsenal or building out an entire signal chain, this fully interactive station is a pedal paradise where you can mix and match iconic stomps from legendary brands with the most modern effects from boutique builders.
    • Recording Room
      Recording Room
      Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your own home or project studio, or you need to compare the fine nuances between pro-grade mics, monitors and more, this location is specially outfitted with everything you need, including an immersive Dolby Atmos setup.
  • 298 W Roosevelt Road
    Villa Park, IL 60181-3505
    • Lessons
      Lessons
      From guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
    • Repairs
      Repairs
      From routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gear—taking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
    • Rentals
      Rentals
      Need gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
    • Platinum Room
      Platinum Room
      Our Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
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