Big Dude's Music City

Worst guitar store in the city. Dropped off a guitar to have work done on it. Went back a week later to pick it up. They said it was completed. Paid, got home. Nothing done at all and parts still in their package in gig bag. What a disappointment. I'll never go back there for anything.
1 8 years ago (07-04-2018)

great place that brings great musicians in for talks. 3 stars because why, of all places, is a music shop closed on a Sunday? I'm not trying to go to Guitar Center in OP to pick up some strings
3 8 years ago (08-04-2018)

I will never buy, sell or trade another instrument or accessory from any store other than big dudes. Between the customer service, the knowledge, the honest advice and slection, it’s obvious that this is a musicians go to by musicians themselves. Oh and did I mention the point reward system? Ask about it when you are there next. I have lived in L.A., New York, and everywhere in between and by far, big dudes has the best and most consistent experiences I’ve had whether it be purchasing an item or even just stopping in for advice. Class act staff, with the knowledge and store to match.
5 9 years ago (17-12-2017)

Very knowledgeable staff. Fast friendly service and the staff doesn't pressure you to buy anything. Would recommend to anyone from the beginner to the accomplished musician .
5 9 years ago (23-02-2018)

I got my first Fender Stratocaster from Big Dudes back in the 1970's. They had a place on Rangeline in Joplin, Missouri. It was run by a guy named Dick Collins who played in the band Roadhog! He was fantastic. Now I live in Phoenix, but when visiting Kansas City, I always try to stop in and check on the KC location near Westport. This last time, they had done some remodeling with a stage directly to your left as you enter. It felt more fun and more rock and roll than any GuitarCenter. I stuck around for awhile playing some of their guitars (awesome inventory). Then I bought my great nephew a miniature Strat (thanks Doug Kenworth for the help). You can see my nephew playing in one of the photos. The other is me in 1980 - both Strats from Big Dudes. Thanks Big Dudes for keeping me in music all of these years!
5 9 years ago (07-01-2018)