Alan S.
12/31/2017
While I am SO glad I heard about Lays Guitars, I am SO unhappy it didn't happen 40 years ago. When I read their origin story, learned about the current owners and met a number of their employees,...
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974 Kenmore Blvd
Akron, OH 44314
Lay's Guitar Shop, founded in 1962 by Virgil Lay in Akron, Ohio, has built a reputation for high-quality guitar repairs and restorations, serving amateur and professional musicians nationwide. Under current owner Dan Shinn, who took over in the late 80s, the shop has expanded its reach internationally, particularly through its excellence in vintage finishes and restorations.
Recognized for their meticulous work, Lay's Guitar Shop is frequently recommended by major brands like Fender, Gibson, and Martin, attracting instruments from across the country for expert repair and customization. Their services range from general repairs to custom guitar builds, ensuring that each instrument receives the highest quality workmanship available.
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Frank G.
1/18/2025
Dan and team have worked on many of my guitars and they are the best luthiers around! Highly recommend
Phil S.
12/19/2024
I had Vintage L-OO refinished here a few years back. Theyre not the same as they once were when Virgil Lay was there. I would take another vintage or valuable acoustic there again.
Richard S.
11/27/2024
I bought my first guitar from Lay's in 1963. My last purchase from them was in 2022. I had recently been injured and could not pick it up so the owner's daughter brought the guitar 20 miles to my...
Luke H.
4/20/2024
Been here two times for work, needless to say I'm waiting for Auburn Guitars to start taking work again First time they estimated 2-3 weeks, checked in after a month and they hadn't done it but...
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