The Guitar Shoppe Laguna Beach

The Guitar Shoppe Laguna Beach The Guitar Shoppe, est. 1972 is located in beautiful Laguna Beach, CA. Services include: Lessons, Sa
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A snapshot from years past featuring John “Caveman” Parlette and the late Kirk Sand with a few of Kirk’s custom builds.
08/06/2026

A snapshot from years past featuring John “Caveman” Parlette and the late Kirk Sand with a few of Kirk’s custom builds.

08/05/2026

Same guitar. Different wood. Completely different voice.
The Martin 000-18 and 000-28 are nearly identical in size, feel, and craftsmanship. The biggest difference comes down to the tonewoods. The 000-18 features mahogany back and sides for a dry, focused sound with strong midrange. The 000-28 is built with East Indian rosewood, offering deeper bass, sparkling highs, and a richer harmonic response.
When everything else is nearly the same, you can truly hear how the wood shapes the guitar’s personality.
Which one would you choose?
Stop by The Guitar Shoppe in Laguna Beach and play them side by side. Sometimes the right guitar isn’t about specs—it’s about the one that inspires you the moment you hear it. 🎸

08/03/2026

I walked up to Anson and asked one simple question:
“What’s the #1 thing people should look for when buying a used guitar?” 🎸
His answer might save you hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars.
Most people focus on scratches, colors, or the brand. The real deal-breakers are the things you can’t easily fix:
✔️ A healthy neck
✔️ Good frets
✔️ A working truss rod
✔️ A solid bridge (especially on acoustics)
✔️ Electronics that actually work
Tuners? Easy to replace.
A warped neck or lifting bridge? That’s a completely different story.
Whether you’re buying your first guitar or adding another one to the collection, these are the things worth checking before you hand over your money.
What’s the best used guitar deal you’ve ever found? Drop it in the comments. 👇

Every photo tells a story. This one takes us back to the 1970s with Kirk Sand and Miguel Rodriguez, partners at The Guit...
07/30/2026

Every photo tells a story. This one takes us back to the 1970s with Kirk Sand and Miguel Rodriguez, partners at The Guitar Shoppe. Thanks for being part of the journey all these years. ❤️🎸

07/29/2026

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a Martin guitar, this is your sign.
Martin’s limited-time promotion is happening now, and we’re proud to be participating here at The Guitar Shoppe.
That means special pricing on select D-18, 28 Series, and other iconic Martin models, but only for a few more days.
There’s no better way to choose a guitar than playing it in person. Come by the shop, compare different models side by side, and hear what makes a Martin so special. Whether you’re looking for your forever acoustic or your next stage guitar, we’d love to help you find the right fit.
The promotion ends soon, so don’t wait too long. Stop by The Guitar Shoppe in Laguna Beach and experience these guitars for yourself.

07/28/2026

🎸 A 10-Second Fix Every Guitarist Should Know
There are few things worse than losing your signal in the middle of a song.
Before you assume a cable has failed or your guitar needs a repair, check the connections. A little electronic contact cleaner can often bring noisy jacks, scratchy pots, and unreliable switches back to life in seconds.
It’s one of those simple things Ben has kept in his gig bag for years because sometimes the smallest tool saves the entire performance.
Whether you’re playing live every weekend or just plugging in at home, keeping your electronics clean is one of the easiest ways to avoid unnecessary problems.
Have you ever had a guitar cut out in the middle of a set? Tell us what happened.

Way Back Wednesday 🎸Jim and Kirk with the legendary José Feliciano, playing a handcrafted Laguna guitar by Kirk at The G...
07/22/2026

Way Back Wednesday 🎸
Jim and Kirk with the legendary José Feliciano, playing a handcrafted Laguna guitar by Kirk at The Guitar Shoppe. And don’t miss the John Fahey Plays a Laguna Guitar display in the foreground, a snapshot from a time when some of the world’s finest guitarists found their way through our doors.

Music history lives here. ❤️

07/21/2026

Most guitars don’t actually have a tuning problem.
They have a mechanical problem.
If your guitar won’t stay in tune, the first question isn’t “What’s wrong with my strings?” It’s this:
Is the string going sharp or flat?
🎸 If it’s going sharp, the string is usually binding in the nut or saddle.
🎸 If it’s going flat, the issue is often at the tailpiece, the string winding, or the tuning machine itself.
Those four contact points tell us almost everything we need to know.
Before you replace tuners or blame the guitar, let us diagnose what’s actually happening. Most tuning issues have a simple fix when you know where to look.
Bring your guitar into The Guitar Shoppe, and we’ll help you get it playing the way it should, so you can make it through every song without constantly reaching for the tuner.
👇 Have you ever had a guitar that just wouldn’t stay in tune? Tell us what guitar it was.

07/18/2026

The response to this poster has been incredible—and thanks to all of you, it’s now a T-shirt.
They’re finally here and we’re excited to share them. Stop by The Guitar Shoppe to check them out, and thanks for showing this design so much love. 🎸 design from .com

Some guitars make an impression the moment you hear the first note.The new Taylor Gold Label 814e has officially arrived...
07/17/2026

Some guitars make an impression the moment you hear the first note.
The new Taylor Gold Label 814e has officially arrived at The Guitar Shoppe in Laguna Beach, and it’s unlike any Taylor you’ve played before.
Built with a new Super Auditorium body shape, a torrefied Sitka spruce top, and Honduran rosewood back and sides, this guitar delivers the warmth and depth of a vintage-inspired acoustic while keeping the clarity, balance, and playability Taylor is known for.
Whether you’re a fingerstyle player, songwriter, or flatpicker looking for your forever acoustic, this is one you need to experience in person.
Stop by the shop, spend some time with it, and hear what all the excitement is about.
Have you had the chance to play one of the new Taylor Gold Label guitars yet?

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1027 N Coast Highway, Suite B
Laguna Beach, CA
92651

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+19494972110

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