Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Musical Instruments in Dubuque, IA
Since 1986, Uncle Ike's Music & Sound & Sound has served musicians across Dubuque, Iowa, with a comprehensive selection of musical instruments and services. Our 10,000-square-foot showroom houses guitars, amps, drums, keyboards, and live sound equipment, backed by expert repair and customization capabilities. With over three decades of experience, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service to meet the needs of both amateur and professional musicians. Our team of certified technicians ensures every instrument receives meticulous setup and maintenance, while our rental division provides sound and lighting solutions for events of all sizes. As a six-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer, we maintain rigorous quality standards and offer factory-authorized repairs for trusted brands.Our online store extends same-day shipping to customers nationwide, complemented by in-store expertise since 1995. We prioritize customer education through private music lessons covering multiple instruments and voice training. Committed to community engagement, we provide competitive trade-in values and flexible financing options. Our operational history demonstrates consistent service excellence across generations of musicians. By maintaining extensive inventory and technical resources, we ensure reliable solutions for musical needs while upholding transparent business practices.
Services
Guitar Sales
Instrument Repairs
Music Lessons
Sound Rentals
Amplifier Service
Keyboard Sales
Drum Rentals
PA Systems
Used Gear Trade
Event Setup
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 35 years of continuous musical instrument expertise since 1986
- Factory-authorized repair service for major instrument brands
- Competitive trade-in values with immediate payment for used gear
- Free estimates and loaner instruments available during repairs
- Comprehensive sound system design and event installation capabilities
Services
Music Lessons
Private music instruction available for guitar, bass, drums, vocals, piano, and ukulele. Certified instructors provide personalized lessons at our Dubuque facility. Conveniently located near local schools, with flexible scheduling options including summer programs.
Instrument Repairs
Full-service repair department handling guitars, amplifiers, brass/woodwinds, orchestral instruments, and percussion. Factory-authorized technicians with extensive parts inventory. Offering free estimates, competitive pricing, and loaner instruments during repairs.
Sound Rentals
Comprehensive sound and lighting rentals for events. Available equipment includes PA systems, digital pianos, amplifiers, stage lighting, and DJ setups. Competitive rates for daily and weekend rentals with delivery options.
Instrument Sales
Extensive inventory of new and used guitars, basses, keyboards, and percussion instruments. Specializing in both modern and vintage equipment sales with expert guidance. Online store with same/next-day shipping since 1995.
Sound Installation
Professional sound system installation services for churches, restaurants, and event spaces. Custom solutions from portable PA setups to permanent installations. Offering on-site consultations and free estimates for system design and implementation.
Questions
What types of instruments do you sell?
We offer guitars, basses, keyboards, drums, amplifiers, and various folk instruments. Both new and used options available with expert guidance.
Do you provide instrument repair services?
Yes, our full-service repair department handles guitars, amps, brass/woodwinds, orchestral instruments, and percussion equipment with certified technicians.
Are music lessons available?
Private lessons for guitar, bass, drums, vocals, piano, and ukulele taught by certified instructors in our Dubuque facility.
What rental equipment options exist?
We rent sound systems, lighting packages, digital pianos, and amplifiers for events with competitive daily/weekly rates and delivery options.
How long have you operated in Dubuque?
Since 1986, serving Dubuque area musicians with a 10,000 sq ft showroom and professional services.
Do you offer trade-in options?
Yes, we provide competitive trade-in values for used musical gear with immediate payment and trade-up options.
Reviews (5)
Doug Langston
Jan 18, 2022
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The only place I go for setups, repairs, strings, accessories and advice/criticism . Great people that know gear and act in your best interest with honest information. Prices on new guitars and gear is always competitive. A fun place to browse. Huge selection of acoustic and electric guitars and a great place to consign gear.
Austin Garner
Aug 17, 2021
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Came to uncle Ike's from out of town. Having hunted for the perfect 12 string in my budget, he finally had the one. Picked it out, got it all set up and out the door. Friendly group with fantastic service. Would definitely recommend. Wide selection too! Everything from guitars to drums to pianos and bongos.you name it!
Dakota Bedward
Jun 27, 2021
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Amazing place to shop, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I went in to buy a capo and just so happened to mention I was looking at changing up my setup. I was shown a variety of guitars in my price range along with amps. Would definitely recommend for anyone in the area
Caleb W.
Jun 05, 2021
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I had a great experience purchasing a Fender FSR Thinline Tele from Uncle Ike back in December 2020. Price was reasonable, order was processed within a day in the middle of busy Christmas season, the guitar was well packaged, and arrived within 5 days from IA to CA. Highly recommended!
I. Am Dane Berry
Mar 06, 2021
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I went in today just checking to see what drum sets they had and found a wide variety of used and new ranging in pricing. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, I have purchased guitars and equipment in the past and always left a happy customer. It's always fun to visit Uncle Ike's
