- 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.
- Destination Drum ShopDestination Drum ShopDestination 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.
- 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.
- Martin Experience Stores
- Recording RoomRecording RoomWhether 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.
Guitar Center Manhattan, NY
NYC’s Premier Destination for Musicians
In a city where music never stops, Guitar Center Manhattan stands as a cornerstone of New York’s vibrant sonic landscape. From Broadway pit players and jazz improvisers to bedroom producers and aspiring students, our Midtown location welcomes all with an unmatched selection of gear, expert staff, and hands-on spaces designed for discovery.
Steps from Penn Station and Times Square, we’re more than just a store - we’re a hub for New York’s diverse and ever-evolving music scene.
Your Manhattan Music Store for Guitars, Drums, Recording & More
Our expansive showroom brings the city’s musicians face-to-face with today’s top gear and tomorrow’s legends. Whether you're sourcing a gig-ready pedalboard for a downtown jazz club or outfitting your Broadway pit setup, Guitar Center Manhattan delivers the tools to meet New York’s performance demands.
Browse our curated inventory, including:
- A wide selection of electric and acoustic guitars, basses, and amps
- A full drum shop with snares, cymbals, and electronic kits
- Digital pianos, synthesizers, and MIDI controllers
- DJ equipment, microphones, and studio recording gear
- A growing selection of used guitars and vintage instruments
- Top brands like Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Yamaha, Roland, and Shure
Try before you buy - our interactive spaces let you plug in, tweak, and explore your sound in real time.
Explore In-Store Experience Zones
Step into the pulse of innovation with our hands-on Experience Rooms that are unique to Guitar Center Manhattan:
The Platinum Room
Immerse yourself in custom-shop craftsmanship and high-end instruments. This exclusive space showcases boutique builds, collector-worthy guitars, and stage-ready tone machines.
Pedal Station
Shape your signature sound by stacking effects at our interactive pedalboard zone - featuring a selection from vintage classics to cutting-edge boutique stompboxes.
Vintage & Used Showcase
Explore a constantly refreshed collection of character-rich guitars, rare synths, and retro gear waiting to be discovered by musicians and collectors.
Taylor Experience Wall
Try flagship acoustics in person! From Grand Auditorium models to Manhattan-exclusive editions, perfectly voiced for singer-songwriters and stage professionals.
Yamaha Experience Wall
Explore concert-ready digital pianos and synths with expert-led demos designed for both studio creators and live performers.
Roland Experience Wall
Get hands-on with Roland’s cutting-edge electronic instruments in a demonstration space curated for producers, beat-makers, and live electronic artists.
Recording Room
Record-grade gear meets acoustically optimized space. Test microphones, studio monitors, and audio interfaces in a controlled environment tailored for professionals.
Destination Drum Shop
A haven for NYC drummers featuring expertly curated acoustic and electronic drum kits, cymbals, hardware setups, and world percussion.
Services at Guitar Center Manhattan: Lessons, Rentals & Repairs
Guitar Center Manhattan isn’t just a music store, it’s a full-spectrum music hub for NYC creatives. 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 unmatched support.
Our in-store 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
Ready to level up your sound? Come experience the gear, talent, and energy that make Guitar Center Manhattan a must-visit destination for New York musicians.
Other Locations Nearby
- 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.
- Destination Drum ShopDestination Drum ShopDestination 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Destination Drum ShopDestination Drum ShopDestination 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.
- Martin Experience Stores
