Vancouver, Canada
2621 Alma St
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+1 6042221717
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I had my 1967 Gibson ES-125TDC in for replacement of a P90 pickup that was non-original with a period-correct P90, along with a replacement rosewood bridge that someone had put in a Casino-style metal bridge at some point. The idea was to get this back to original spec. Not only did I get exactly what I wanted the way I wanted it, but their senior (we're both old so I can say that) guitar restorer Misha gave me some advice on what to fix and what to leave alone and did a great job doing a protective surface lacquer on a 5mm chip on the topside surface that had taken the original finish off. How do I know they did a good job? One of their competitors (a two-letter national chain I won't mention) had a chance recently to evaluate the guitar carefully and loved it. That's how you know the work was good. Plays like a dream.
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I’ve been to many guitar shops. I love guitar shops! But this one definitely stands out. Fantastic service and selection. They even made a fair deal on a trade I had for a PRS. If you’re looking for an awesome guitar shop, you found it at Rufus!
Ordered an acoustic online, it arrived in pristine condition (phew!). I'm always apprehensive about buying online and shipping gear, especially more fragile stuff like acoustics, so it was a huge relief to see the guitar arrive super safely protected/packaged. Very happy with the purchase and service, definitely would buy from the shop again.
Shout out to Josh, who took the time to explain so much guitar stuff to a beginner like me and got me buying my first guitar!!! Def recommend this place
I'd be wanting to pick up a Dreadnaught acoustic guitar and had played a number over the last year or so as I travelled to different cities. I live about 2 hours away from Vancouver so when it was finally time to pull the trigger I made my way to the folks at Rufus Guitar & Drums on Commercial Drive. As soon as I walked in the door I was welcomed by the friendly staff and when I asked about a guitar hanging on the wall it was in my hand (and tuned up) in an instant. As I expressed interest in comparing different brands and models they gave me my own testing room and had a set up of about 5 or 6 different guitars on stands in front of me. Before I was left to my own devices, Craig gave me a very knowledgeable run down on each brand and the different styles. If I had any questions, he was able to answer clearly and without hesitation; these guys know their stuff! After playing for a while I narrowed it down between two that I liked and without having to go asking for him he was already back in the room explaining the different nuances in structure and wood for each of the guitars before I ultimately decided on one. Once I'd picked my new Martin D28 Modern Deluxe he prepped it by giving it a once over, installing the tail pin, showing me the case and explaining to me how to properly use a humidifier. Talk about hands on. I walked out one happy camper and I will undoubtedly be returning to this shop for all of my future musical needs. Thank you Craig and the rest of the gang for making the experience of buying this piece of art one I will not forget. See you next time! Austin
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