- GC ProGC ProGuitar 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 RoomPlatinum RoomOur 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.
- VintageVintageFrom 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.
- Pedal StationPedal StationWhether 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.
- Taylor Experience StoresTaylor Experience StoresWith innovative manufacturing and a masterful attention to detail, Taylor acoustics are widely considered among the best sounding and easiest playing guitars in the world. Check out an enhanced inventory, including exclusive and special-edition models you can’t play anywhere else.
- Yamaha Experience StoresYamaha Experience StoresYamaha has been a transformative force in music for well over a century, crafting an unrivaled variety of innovative instruments. Check out an enhanced inventory of Yamaha gear, including exclusive and special-edition models you can’t play anywhere else.
- The Roland StoreThe Roland StoreThe Roland Store at Guitar Center is a custom-designed space staffed with a dedicated specialist, handpicked for their expertise in Roland products. Contact us to schedule a private demo with any product from BOSS, V-MODA or Roland.
Guitar Center La Mesa, CA
San Diego’s East County Hub for Musicians
Nestled in the heart of La Mesa, Guitar Center La Mesa brings Southern California’s vibrant music culture to your neighborhood. Located just off the 94 freeway, we serve everyone from emerging social media artists to local gigging cover bands, offering exceptional gear, expert advice, and an inspiring space to create, connect, and play.
Your La Mesa Music Store for Every Kind of Player
Whether you’re searching for a first instrument or upgrading your touring rig, Guitar Center La Mesa delivers the tools you need to shape your sound. We feature:
- A premium Platinum Room with boutique guitars and high-end models from Gibson Custom, Fender Custom Shop, and PRS
- An extensive selection of acoustic and electric drums, cymbals, and percussion instruments
- Interactive areas for trying out recording gear, PA systems, and effects
- A rotating collection of vintage and used gear ideal for collectors and tone seekers
Explore Premium Rooms and Interactive Music Zones
Our stores offer more than shelves of gear and expert specialists to talk through gear with you - we offer in-store experiences to inspire. From aspirational vintage finds to your next premium drum set-up, everything you need is in store at Guitar Center La Mesa.
The Platinum Room
Explore our VIP area dedicated to boutique and custom shop instruments. This premium space showcases rare finishes, boutique builds, and stage-ready tone suitable for discerning musicians.
Pedal Station
Craft your sound in our Pedal Station. Experiment with everything from classic fuzz and chorus to cutting edge boutique effects. Stack and tweak until your pedalboard speaks your voice.
Vintage & Used Vault
From classic Les Pauls to vintage synth workhorses, our curated used gear selection is always evolving. Stop in often to discover unexpected gems.
Taylor Experience
From limited-run models to exclusive tonewood configurations, you’ll experience exceptional clarity, balance, and craftsmanship. Try out Grand Auditorium and Builder’s Edition guitars known for their player-focused comfort and studio-quality response.
Yamaha Experience
Test the realism of Clavinova keybeds, explore workstation synths for production, or compare portable keyboards designed for learning, performance, and creative expression.
Roland Experience
From dynamic V-Drums to powerful grooveboxes and modular synths, our interactive station lets you experiment with setups that integrate seamlessly into your stage or studio workflow.
Services at Guitar Center La Mesa: Lessons, Rentals & Repairs
Guitar Center La Mesa isn’t just a retail store, it’s a full spectrum music hub in San Diego county. Whether you're a musician wanting to learn, tune, repair, rent, record, or build a pro-grade setup, our passionate team and purpose-built spaces offer top notch support.
Our local services include:
- Beginner music lessons in guitar, bass, piano, voice, drums, and more
- Instrument and gear rentals for rehearsals, performances, and schools
- In-house guitar repairs and setups by experienced techs and luthiers
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- LessonsLessonsFrom 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.
- RepairsRepairsFrom 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.
- LessonsLessonsFrom 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.
- RepairsRepairsFrom 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.
- RentalsRentalsNeed 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 RoomPlatinum RoomOur 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.
- Taylor Experience StoresTaylor Experience StoresWith innovative manufacturing and a masterful attention to detail, Taylor acoustics are widely considered among the best sounding and easiest playing guitars in the world. Check out an enhanced inventory, including exclusive and special-edition models you can’t play anywhere else.
- LessonsLessonsFrom 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.
- RepairsRepairsFrom 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.
- RentalsRentalsNeed 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 RoomPlatinum RoomOur 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.
- LessonsLessonsFrom 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.
- RepairsRepairsFrom 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.
- RentalsRentalsNeed 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 RoomPlatinum RoomOur 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.
