Guitar Center reviews

2.8

41% would recommend to a friend

(2,727 total reviews)
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Gabe Dalporto

28% approve of CEO

24% positive business outlook

Guitar Center has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,727 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Guitar Center employee rating is 21% below average for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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2.0
Jan 14, 2026

Eh

Recommend
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Pros

Not many to be honest. Music gear is cool I suppose

Cons

It’s a pretty rough environment. I wouldn’t recommend it unless you really like the work. The executives seem completely lost and spend most time just hyping themselves up. They are out of touch from the business and needs of musicians

3.0
Jan 9, 2026

N/A

Recommend
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Pros

Some good people, good access to musicians and markets.

Cons

Decent-poor pay, degrading work environment and customer relations.

5.0
Jan 9, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Got to work with so many people

Cons

Long hours during holidays were rough

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