Max Guitar Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Evaluating 39 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the extremely friendly staff for providing helpful guidance, professional advice, and wonderful recommendations on a wide variety of high-end musical gear and instruments. People frequently highlight the exceptionally fast shipping, secure packaging, and the incredible selection of unique products available in the online shop. Some reviewers were not happy with minor logistical hiccups, mentioning occasional delivery delays or missing tracking information during the ordering process. Despite these occasional small issues, consumers remain overwhelmingly satisfied with the outstanding product quality and the consistently reliable service provided by the dedicated team.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can recommend Max Guitars for every musician! They are answering questions regarding articles or order process super fast and friendly and this time the whole order process including deliver... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The guitar is simply awesome! A great addition to my other Heritage Custom core H150 with Humbuckers. I had to have a P90 guitar to get that extra sparkle when needed. I was however a little con... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Max Guitar has an awesome selection of unique guitars. Order process is easy and the shipment of the parcel was fast and secured. Even if there would have been the slightest inconvenience the t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently bought a Gibson US-1 at the Max Guitar store Den Haag and after a view emails they reserved it for me even though I came to pick it up a view weeks later. about a month later I bought the T... See more


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Max Guitar is a specialist guitar store located in The Hague, at the Scheveningen harbour. The company focuses on guitars, amplifiers, effects, and related accessories and serves both in-store and international online customers. All staff members are musicians or audiophiles, providing product advice based on practical experience. The store carries a large and varied selection of electric, acoustic, and bass guitars, along with amplifiers and pedals from a wide range of manufacturers. Max Guitar combines a broad inventory with a boutique-style approach, allowing customers to test and compare equipment in a professional environment. Max Guitar also offers in-house technical services. Experienced luthiers handle guitar setups, repairs, modifications, and custom work. Instruments are inspected and adjusted before shipment when required, helping ensure consistent quality for online orders. Product selection is based on build quality, durability, and long-term usability. The company places emphasis on sustainable products and reliable brands rather than short-term trends. Clear communication and accurate product information are part of its standard service. By combining retail, technical expertise, and musician-led advice, Max Guitar operates as a full-service guitar specialist for players at different experience levels.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

SOLID!

i am very satisfied with my purchase, and the way service was provided by max guitar. SOLID!

12 October 2023
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

They do not accept return for new…

They do not accept return for new product as B-Stock. And it is not indicated in their policy. Guitar just received, I don't like the tone (not my taste) otherwise the guitar is great but not for me. I asked for a return, and they not accepted. It is not so fear and I will investigate as I don't think the law is respected. I asked them if an exchange is possible in this case and I'm waiting for a feedback.

7 October 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Euphoria

Came in last saturday to check-out some hollowbody guitars. Instantly fell in love with a second hand D’Angelico ex-175 (untill then I did not know of its existence)
Very happy to have visited the store, also great applause for the guitar technician who made it look like new and play/sound like butter 🤩

16 September 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Handling complaints not satisfactorily

I bought a custom made guitar, which Max Guitars had in their shop (happy with that) and at the same time I bought an amp (Da Capo Roesner) which appeared to have an annoying rumble. I could not hear that well in their shop because of their ventilation system which makes noise. I phoned immediately when I came home and noticed it. I was very surprised they did not want to pay me back the money and give me a voucher instead! Their policy is very strict when buying in the shop: you don't get a refund even when the product is not 100%. I was told that a rumble was normal but I tried 4 amps after this experience and with only a very light background noise which was not disturbing.
Finally I bought a Schertler through them but I am still disappointed about how they treat their customers.

8 August 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super used gear

The guys at Maxguitar are super friendly. They know what they are talking about. I like to buy used gear at the shop. They often have interesting stuff. Shipping is usually fast and safe packed. Their amp tech is making a great job! Highly recommended👍

8 August 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The guitar ,an amazing Gibson Custom…

The guitar ,an amazing Gibson Custom Shop es 335 ,arrived so quickly and perfectly packed of course.It was perfectly set up with a super confortable action as I asked for to Max Guitar team who were very efficient ,kind and quick to answer my emails.I would recommend them anytime !

3 July 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buying at Max Guitars = a fantastic experience!

From the very first point of contact on the phone on day one until the moment I left the store the day after, with my newly bought guitar in my hands, I got nothing but positive vibes about Max Guitars and its employees. I now realize that when I left the store (note that I had never set foot in it before..) I had shaken hands with four employees, who all in their own particular ways showed that they were the embodiment of what is likely the store’s mission: ‘being a specialty store for guitar players giving them the highest degree of customer satisfaction.’ They had not only prepared the new guitar for me as they had promised the evening before, but they had also put new strings on it for free, let me play the guitar in one of their beautiful soundproof studios to test the electronics, helped me with my Taylor customer registration and promised free maintenance and check-up in three months’ time. The extras I bought were all offered with an attractive discount. The guitar strap had to be adjusted, for which they kindly took the time. All in all, they created a superfriendly and knowledgeable environment to be in, and gave me a true ‘beleving’ (Dutch for ‘fantastic experience’), which was more than worth the one-hour drive! For all of the reasons mentioned above I can warmly recommend this store to anyone :)

21 June 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought a guitar of second hand

I bought a guitar of second hand. They let me know that guitar had a problem in the neck before buying and offered me several solutions. I totally recommend to buy with them. They are really Very proffesional and kind

9 June 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

super satisfied!

Polite, helpful and close treatment. Excellent service, attentive and patient. fair deals. excellent quality. fantastic shopping experience! 1000x1000 recommendable

2 June 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The extra mile (or two)

Top quality products, skilled craftspeople, 'we go the extra mile (or two)' customer service. Max Guitar cares about their products and their customers. This personal approach and product knowledge is what you want, when you spend your hard-earned savings.

About the Gibson LP standard 60's... It's gorgeous. After a good set-up it will feel and play great. Love the 'thin' neck. The sound, combined with a Marshall tube amp, is pure rock. Deep, rich and still crisp.

11 April 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

6 out of 5 stars for me

6 out of 5 stars for me. Great collection, great vibe and professionalism. And a special shout-out to Marijn, who despite being sick came to the store to tune up my recently purchased guitar. Because we came from Antwerp, he went more than the extra mile and gave the guitar an incredible treatment. My new favourite guitar heaven on earth

19 May 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Max Well brand.

I decided to buy a Max Well brand guitar. At the begenning I was not sure if this is a good choice, so I visited the store and tried the product. Comapred to Fender, at the same price level that guitar sounds way way better. Finally I decided to buy that model (Maxwell 'The Axe' - 3-Color Sunburst, heavily aged). Time of delivery around two months, I was so suprised see that guitar arrived earlier.
The store and support on professional level. Definitely good choice. Thanks for that beautiful instrument!

25 March 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The joy of guitar

For 17 years I am a happy customer at Max Guitar. It is all about mutual respect, joy, the right gear AND the possibility to test and trade.

22 April 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and professional

I had been looking for a specific acoustic guitar, that’s been sold out basically everywhere. But luckily, Max Guitars had one in stock, and in the finish I was looking for. I bought it and the whole transaction went really smooth. Guitar’s been setup by their luthier and it plays exactly according to my personal specs. Great store!

7 April 2023
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Check every detail before buying from their website

Bought a guitar from them. Nice guitar but was not exactly as advertised. Turned out to be a cheaper version of what I was led to believe on their website.

When I addressed it, I just got told “the guitar is what it is” and “the difference is not that big anyway” and “glad to hear you are happy with the guitar”.

It would have helped if they, straightaway, just had admitted to have made a mistake and had said sorry. I still like the guitar, but this attitude rubbed me the wrong way.

17 March 2023
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