Connecticut
Guitar Stores and Lessons in New Haven, CT
2 guitar and music stores, 3 music schools and lesson studios in New Haven, Connecticut, independents first. Verify hours before you go; shops change fast. Buying your first guitar? Read the first guitar buying guide before you walk in.
Guitar and music stores
Instrument retailers, from dedicated guitar shops to full-line music stores.
K.H. Chapin Fine Violins
1172 Quinnipiac Ave, New Haven, CT 06513-2309
Dual Stage Amplification
319 Peck St Building 6W Studio B Mail:, 315 Peck St # C9, New Haven, CT 06513
Guitar lessons and music schools
Lesson studios and music schools. Most teach guitar; call to confirm your instrument and level.
Music Haven
Bldg. 5, 2nd Floor, 315 Peck St, New Haven, CT 06513
Studio RJB
155 Valley St, New Haven, CT 06515-1211
New Haven Academing of Performing Arts
20 Orchard Ave, New Haven, CT 06512-3812
Chain stores and franchise schools
National and regional chains. Big selection and consistent pricing; the independent shops above usually win on setup quality and advice.
Sam Ash Music Stores
95 Amity Rd, New Haven, CT 06515-1400
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