Business Details
Your Trusted Source for Musical Instruments in Austin
At Strait Music, we have dedicated ourselves to becoming Austin's premier destination for musicians of all skill levels. Since our founding, we have provided a comprehensive range of services including instrument sales, rentals, repairs, and music education. Our team of experienced professionals brings decades of industry expertise to every customer interaction, ensuring personalized guidance and support. We specialize in offering a vast selection of new and used instruments, from guitars and pianos to band and orchestra equipment, catering to both individual artists and educational institutions. Our commitment to quality extends to our repair services, where skilled technicians maintain and restore instruments to optimal performance. Through our School of Music, we provide private and group lessons taught by qualified instructors, fostering musical growth in our community.We pride ourselves on competitive pricing, flexible financing options, and a customer-centric approach that prioritizes satisfaction. As a locally trusted business featured on the TV show World's Greatest, we continue to uphold our reputation for excellence in both product offerings and service delivery. Our partnerships with leading brands ensure access to the latest innovations in musical technology, while our rental programs make quality instruments accessible to students. By combining extensive product knowledge with personalized service, we aim to empower every musician's journey through reliable support and expert advice.
Services
Instrument Rentals
Music Lessons
Instrument Repairs
Piano Sales
Pro Audio Equipment
Band Rentals
Orchestra Rentals
Print Music Sales
Financing Options
Piano Maintenance
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience serving Austin's music community
- Our certified technicians provide expert instrument repair services
- We feature exclusive financing options through Affirm
- Our inventory includes 10,000+ new and used instruments
- We provide personalized music education programs for all ages
Services
Instrument Rentals
We provide comprehensive instrument rental programs for students and professionals. Our inventory includes band, orchestra, and folk instruments with flexible terms. Each rental includes maintenance support and upgrade options.
Music Lessons
Our School of Music offers personalized lessons for all skill levels. Qualified instructors teach guitar, piano, strings, and band/orchestra instruments using proven teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Instrument Repairs
Certified technicians perform expert repairs on guitars, pianos, brass, woodwinds, and string instruments. Services include adjustments, part replacements, and complete restorations using manufacturer-approved components.
Piano Sales
We offer new and used pianos including grand, upright, and digital models from Yamaha and other top brands. Our specialists provide expert guidance for home, school, and professional applications.
Pro Audio Sales
Our pro audio department features microphones, mixers, monitors, and recording equipment for live performance and studio use. We carry top brands and provide expert technical support.
Questions
What types of instruments do you rent?
We offer band and orchestra instrument rentals including brass, woodwinds, strings, and percussion for students and professionals.
Do you provide music lessons?
Yes, our School of Music offers private and group lessons for guitar, piano, strings, and band/orchestra instruments.
Can I finance purchases?
We offer Affirm financing for qualified customers on instrument purchases and other products.
What repair services are available?
Our certified technicians service guitars, pianos, brass, woodwinds, and string instruments with expert maintenance and restoration.
Do you sell new and used equipment?
We carry both new instruments from top brands and carefully inspected used instruments at competitive prices.
Reviews (4)
Paul Oldmixon
May 26, 2022
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Brian at Strait Music South in Austin went out of his way to assist me on line in ordering exactly what I wanted and all on one order in one day and still managed to save me money AND aggravation. I have not seen such professional, quality attention to customer service in eleven years in the Austin area. I would recommend this shop over any! Save money, save sanity, shop Strait. Paul
Keith Hayden
May 25, 2022
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Big shout out to Eli and Sean! This guitar shop is a national treasure. Eli allowed me to come in with my guitar and test out amps, and was happy to answer any questions, and helped me decide between a few options. And Sean did an amazing job setting up my fiancee's mach 1 and my KM6, was super friendly, very good about keeping in contact and accommodating me. This place also usually has a really good selection of left-handed guitars! Been coming here on and off since I was 15 and happy to keep coming back.
Toni Tallman T. Kizz
May 19, 2022
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Really great music shop. I touched my first Steinway and it was magical. Staff was well knowledged and seemed to enjoy being there, really added to the good vibe. Lots of fun decor as well.
Drew Pfanmiller
May 07, 2022
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Easy 5 Stars for my most recent experience at Strait Music South. When you're truly in the market for something specific, the music store experience can sometimes feel like a pressure cooker. Any sizable investment takes due diligence and its often hard to do proper vetting of an instrument within the confines of a busy store. Over the past week, Strait has been the exception to that rule. Eli helped me with my purchase of a 12 string acoustic guitar and he was top notch to work with.
He was patient and knowledgable, providing great information and insight throughout. I couldn't be more pleased with this transaction and my experience working with Eli. There's a reason Strait has stood the test of time and why I'll always return. Highly recommended to anyone looking for upper echelon gear and service - and be sure to ask for Eli.
He was patient and knowledgable, providing great information and insight throughout. I couldn't be more pleased with this transaction and my experience working with Eli. There's a reason Strait has stood the test of time and why I'll always return. Highly recommended to anyone looking for upper echelon gear and service - and be sure to ask for Eli.
