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Sweetwater

3.4

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Sweetwater Reviews Summary

Sweetwater generally enjoys a strong reputation for its exceptional customer service, with many customers highlighting responsive communication and a dedicated sales team that enhances the purchasing experience. Positive sentiments often revolve around product quality and a broad inventory, contributing to customer loyalty. However, there are notable concerns regarding order fulfillment delays, inconsistent quality control, and issues with returns, particularly for high-value items. Some customers expressed dissatisfaction with the handling of complaints and perceived false advertising. Overall, while Sweetwater's service approach is commendable, improvements in operational reliability and quality assurance could further enhance customer satisfaction.

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value
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returns
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Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I've made 3 major purchases from Sweetwater.com now. Products have consistently arrived top of the line. As advertised, shipping and packing are the best in the business.
I've had several conversations with Staff at Sweetwater.com concerning my purchases. The response, customer service, and level of professionalism with these folks is 2nd to none.
I'd personally rate them a 6 out of 5 stars. They continue to amaze.

Highly recommended PM or write me for details on my experiences with them on 2 guitar and 1 amp purchase. Best Music Company I've Ever dealt with online, or in person.

Date of experience: August 4, 2018
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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These folks were most impressive. The condition of the guitar... the patience in dealing with me. (Ha!) Can't say enough. Acoustic guitars are tricky business... there people were right on every aspect of it. Straight neck... Intonation... String size etc.

Date of experience: July 28, 2018
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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First off, spoke to Jeff Rohlfing today and needed help, he took probably 15 minutes to figure out my problem and I hesitate to say he helped me with my issue by recommending a fix for what I already had instead of jumping right to trying to sell me something else. WHAT SALESMAN DOES THAT? I have purchased from Sweetwater before and have encountered the same level of SERVICE. These guys get my vote and will absolutely be my first stop from here on for any electronic needs. Thanks, Jeff.

Date of experience: July 27, 2018
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Amazing!
July 27, 2018

Been going through Sweetwater for almost a year now and they still continue to amaze me from outstanding customer service to having the best equipment for an affordable price. My personal sales engineer Michael has helped me with any problems I have encountered he also has been very insightful when asked questions about new products I may be interested in basically what I'm tryna say is I would recommend Sweetwater to anyone who has a strong passion for music.

Date of experience: July 27, 2018
Georgia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I love this place!
July 27, 2018

Sweetwater is so good that I'm not buying anything of any value anywhere else. This place stands behind the things they sell. The people helping you are really helpful and smart and actually care. I'm thinking of taking the 2 hour drive just to go there in person. You can't go wrong with Sweetwater.

Date of experience: July 26, 2018
Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote
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We purchased my son's first guitar online from Sweetwater after his guitar instructor's recommendation. Wow. Not only were their prices very competitive, the product quality is excellent. But most outstanding was their customer service! We received a personal phone call thanking us for our order, asking if we had any questions, etc. We were assigned a personal sales rep to connect with and ask any questions to. It was truly shipped overnight for FREE, we received another phone call 2 days later... we thought there was a defect with the guitar. I emailed our personal rep late at night, and he responded on his own time almost immediately! They were willing to completely replace the guitar within a few days at no cost, or fix the problem. And then a week later we received a personal email from the owner.
Hands down the best customer service I've received in a very long time... customer service like this is a lost art these days, but not for Sweetwater!

Date of experience: July 26, 2018
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It is awesome!
July 22, 2018

I got my SE on the day they said it would arrive. I took it outta the box and it was ready to play out side of 2 strings being out of tune. It makes me sound better than I am! This has relieved me of my fear of buying musical items on line.

Date of experience: July 22, 2018
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very Impressive
July 21, 2018

I contacted Mike, my Sales Rep., at Sweetwater.com. I found him to be very friendly and knowledgeable. I received my Gretsch 4 piece rock kit on Wednesday, and played a gig on Thursday night. Drums blew me away with their powerful sound! For the money you cant go wrong!

Date of experience: July 21, 2018
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awesome
July 20, 2018

Awesome experience in every detail. They are simply no. 1. Great products, great service and customer service.

Date of experience: July 20, 2018
South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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What amazing experience buying from sweetwater. Best customer service I have ever dealt with and the team is very knowledgeable! Definitely looking forward to making my future purchases with Sweetwater.

Date of experience: July 16, 2018
Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Comprehensive stock + great prices + reliable delivery + the best service = an outstanding customer experience every time.

Date of experience: July 15, 2018
Louisiana
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great job keep up the good work will be placing another order soon working forward to your service again

Date of experience: July 15, 2018
Oklahoma
1 review
2 helpful votes
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BEST OF THE BEST
July 14, 2018

I originally called Sweetwater for a 'deal' several years ago. I spoke to a rep, David M, who happens to be a great person and better rep. Since that initial purchase I have purchased a new recording setup for my acoustic piano, purchased a keyboard setup for my son, as well as getting the 'perfect' page turner for the music on my iPad. I should add that as a woman 'of a certain age' my knowledge of electronics consists of knowing how an on/off switch works. David's approach made my equipment basically and on/off system with AWESOME ease of setup, recording and playback. Heck, he even introduced me to a Rachmaninov Elegie which I will include in my next recital...

With David's experience and knowledge of available products I got PRIMO equipment within my fixed income budget. I heartily recommend Sweetwater for all your musical and electronic needs.

Oh, and the after sale support? Bravo!

Date of experience: July 14, 2018
Pennsylvania
3 reviews
6 helpful votes
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Just ordered a guitar -- guided through the search for a guitar that will accommodate an older person finding music again -- by Ryan -- the guitar arrives on Wednesday stay tuned. But so far... the experience warrants 5 stars.
Thanks Sweetwater. Thanks Ryan.

Date of experience: July 8, 2018
Colorado
5 reviews
4 helpful votes
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Music Fun
July 1, 2018

Excellent service! My 19 month old Grandson was in a Music class recently. We plan on his continued experience with future upcoming classes geared for his age group.

Date of experience: July 1, 2018
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Their caring and knowledgeable staff knows how to help and keep customers. The service is unparalleled. Sweetwater is simply the best!

Date of experience: June 30, 2018
Canada
1 review
10 helpful votes
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I ordered a microphone for ~$2000 and it got lost in the mail. The company put the onus on me to find out where it ended up. It's been 3 weeks and I still don't have it. I am not impressed at all with the customer service and will not order from this company again. They used to be better.

Date of experience: June 28, 2018
New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Wouldn't go anywhere else for music equipment for my studio. Very knowledgeable sales engineers whom are musicians and recording engineers and often have first hand experience with equipment that I'm interested in purchase. Very completive pricing.

Date of experience: June 28, 2018
Indiana
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I've had nothing but great service and products from Sweetwater over the last 4 years and will continue to purchase from them. My Sales Engineer is very knowledgeable and very helpful through the entire process. Spent about $3500 on a sound system and couldn't be happier with the equipment my SE helped me pick out. Definitely a return customer as they are very competitively priced and with free shipping I couldn't be happier!

Date of experience: June 27, 2018
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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When I received my guitar, I was very happy with how it was packaged for shipping. It was well protected. The attention to detail was amazing, from how the receipts from my order were placed in protectors, cards that had signatures from people who inspected the guitar before shipping, information on guitar care after shipping and right down to the bag of candy thats sent with the merchandise, which I think is a great extra touch. I also bought a nice guitar case that exceeded my expectations. Sweetwater rocks!

Date of experience: June 27, 2018

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Sprawling megastore featuring high-quality musical instruments & studio recording gear.


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Founded in 1979
Fort Wayne, IN, United States
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