Play it. Feel it. Hear it. Experience it.

Instruments

The best way to buy any instrument is to play it. Feel it. Hear it. Experience it. No two guitars sound exactly the same—it just doesn’t happen. At DR WOODS, you are encouraged to plug-in and play, try things out, and discover new things.

DR WOODS carries a unique collection of new, used, and vintage instruments. In the store, you will find a wide and ever-changing display of instruments. 

If you can’t make it in, we have a few items listed on our Reverb and eBay accounts.

Fender, Gibson, and Gretsch guitars can be found within our collection of vintage and used guitars. We are an authorized dealer of several top brands. Check out our best sellers!

Electric Guitars

G&L is a favorite and if you can’t find what you want in the shop, you can customize your own. Browse the G&L website to see your options!

DEAN GUITARS is committed to producing the finest guitars in the world. Dean electric guitars, acoustic guitars, basses and other musical instruments are built following the highest standards in the industry.

Oscar Schmidt by Washburn has crafted quality instruments for over a century. Premium woods and quality hardware create ideal instruments at a modest price.

Tagima is committed to designing the finest quality and most exquisite hand-crafted guitars empowering musicians worldwide to create, express, and perform.

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Acoustic Guitars

DR WOODS carries a wide variety of fine acoustic instruments. You will also discover quality used, vintage, and custom made acoustics from a variety of manufacturers.

Larrivee guitars are built from the finest materials available.world-class craftsmanship and all solid wood construction results in an instrument with legendary tone and quality.

Breedlove guitars are built with the goal of superior sound and sustainable exotic tone woods. Four revolutionary body shapes, marrying science, art, and beauty offer personalized tones and ease of playability.

Washburn is a Chicago original. In 1883, George Washburn began a legacy of greatness. For over 135 years, Washburn has been committed to providing the highest quality instruments.

Oscar Schmidt by Washburn has crafted quality instruments for over a century, using premium woods and quality hardware.

Tagima is committed to designing the finest quality and exquisite, hand-crafted guitars.

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Bass Guitars

G&L is a favorite and if you can’t find what you want in the shop, you can customize your own. Browse the G&L website to see your options!

Spector Bass Guitars are designed using the “form follows function” philosophy, making them one of the top choices of the world’s top bassists.

Tagima is committed to designing the finest quality and exquisite, hand-crafted guitars.

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Banjo, Mandolin, and Ukulele

DR WOODS is an authorized dealer for top brands of bluegrass instruments. We also sell vintage pieces dating back to the 1920s.

Banjo is most frequently associated with folk, bluegrass and country music, but is also used in some rock, pop and even hip-hop music. Among rock bands, the Eagles, Led Zeppelin, and the Grateful Dead have used the five-string banjo in their songs.

Mandolin is a popular instrument in American folk and bluegrass music, but it is also used in many other genres such as jazz, rock, Western and Indian classical music, and pop. Many famous musicians have played the mandolin, including Bill Monroe, Chris Thile, David Grisman, and Paul McCartney.

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Ukulele can be used in a wide range of musical genres because of its high degree of adaptability. Commonly associated with Hawaiian and folk music, it can also be used to play rock, jazz, blues, and even classical music. Many musicians are using the ukulele in their music: Taylor Swift, Eddie Vedder, Johnny Marr, Steven Tyler, and Bruce Springsteen are just a few.

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AMPS

DR WOODS carries a large and changing selection of new, used, and vintage amplifiers. 

Fender, Orange, & Marshall amps can be found within our collection of vintage and used amps. We are an authorized dealer of several top brands. Check out our best sellers!

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Whether you need a feature-laden digital amp for at-home recording, a powerful valve amp for gigging, or anything in between, Blackstar has it. Featured artists include: Frank Turner, Steve Cradock, Doug Aldrich, and Jon Gomm.

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Since 1958, the sound of VOX amplifiers has left a lasting impact on music that still reverberates today. VOX amplifiers deliver world-class tone in the finest studios and on the biggest stages around the globe. Featured artists include: Brian May, Adam Slack, Joe Walsh, Paul McCartney, & Nick Wheeler.

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Amplification, Pickups, Preamps, & Pedals. Fishman helps musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Featured artists include: Matt Heafy, Will Adler, Devin Townsend, Brian Welch, & Jon Gomm.

ACCESSORIES

DR WOODS carries a wide selection of accessories from several brands. Come in to see our complete collection.

Effect Pedals

Our favorite brands:

Exclusively at DR WOODS
Gordo pedals are specially designed pedals which produce a wide array of crazy cool sounds, handmade by our own electronics master. Gordo is also our repair extraordinaire for all things electronic!

Cables

We are a full-line dealer of instrument, speaker, and microphone cables. We have what you need for great sound and performance!

Stands

Hercules and Ultimate Support remain our favorite stands for guitars, amps, keyboards, and microphones.

L.R. Baggs Acoustic PreAmps and Pickups

HOHNER Harmonicas

The harmonica has a long tradition not just in folk and blues, but also in popular culture. It is used in all genres, from rock and pop to classical music and jazz.

Rentals

Not sure which instrument is for you? Try renting! Drum sets, guitars, orchestral, woodwind, and brass. Looking for something else? Just ask! In addition to guitars and drums, we also rent and sell band instruments: trumpet, clarinet, coronet, saxophone (Alto and Tenor), oboe, flute, piccolo, percussion & bell kits. Take band instrument lessons with us, too! All of our rentals on done on a 8 week timeline