Music Cooperative

Aug 2023

I used the Music Co-Op to purchase a new Fender American Pro II Stratocaster this summer. My experience with Mike and the Sweetwater folks was outstanding from start to finish. An absolutely perfect process. The guitar had to be shipped to my summer location (San Diego, CA) and Mike took the lead in ensuring that the instrument got to where it was supposed to go. It arrived in California with the shipping material fully intact. When I opened the hardshell case, I thought I heard a choir of angels singing arias over my shoulder. The guitar, in Dark Star paint with a maple neck, arrived in perfect shape. Not a scratch, not so much as a smudge on the finish. Just fantastic. I've been taking lessons from Mike for months, and I have found him to be an inspiring, highly motivational instructor. You put in the practice time, just like he says, using the techniques he demonstrates, and you will improve dramatically. The guy has changed how I listen to music, and has ignited a passion inside my noggin. Great dude, great store, great results. You cannot go wrong here.

Jun 2023

This is one of my kids favorite places! "It looks small on the outside but it's really an awesome music museum on the inside"- says my 6yo who takes lessons from Mike every week along with my 11yo. Mike has always been kind and patient with my children. They also always have a great selection of instruments.

Feb 2023

I brought my new Strat to get set up since I had some issues with buzzing and fretting out. Mike immediately diagnosed the issue as a factory defect and said that he couldn't resolve it without work that would void the warranty. He spent 45 minutes with me, even got on the phone with the on line seller to help...I didn't buy the guitar from him, yet he willingly helped me. He's going to get my business in the future! Thank you Mike.