Musician’s Mall, formerly the Ali Akbar College Store, has been a Berkeley fixture for traditional and contemporary instrument sales and repair since 2014. While specializing in Indian classical instruments like sitars, tablas, and harmoniums, the shop also provides comprehensive orchestra and school band instrument support alongside guitar repair services.

The knowledgeable staff combines decades of experience with traditional luthier techniques, handling everything from basic guitar setup and fretwork to complex structural repairs. Their instrument repair expertise extends across stringed instruments of all types, applying the same meticulous attention to acoustic and electric guitars as they do to sarods and tanpuras. The shop’s guitar tech services include restringing, intonation adjustments, and custom setups tailored to individual playing styles.

Beyond repairs, Musician’s Mall offers extensive educational resources through their repair videos and maintenance guides, helping musicians understand proper instrument care. The store’s connection to the Ali Akbar College of Music legacy brings a deep respect for craftsmanship and musical tradition to every repair job. Their hands-on approach includes thorough setup and tuning for each instrument before it leaves the shop, ensuring optimal playability for Berkeley’s diverse community of musicians.