Brighton Music Center has been serving the New Brighton community since 1958, when band directors James Botti and James Kaplan founded what would become a cornerstone of Western Pennsylvania’s music scene. Recently honored as NAMM 2025 Dealer of the Year with Best Customer Service recognition, this full-service music center brings decades of expertise to every repair that comes through their shop.

Their skilled technicians handle comprehensive instrument repair services, including specialized fretwork and guitar setup for fretted instruments. The shop has built a strong reputation for vintage guitar work, carefully restoring classic instruments to their original playing condition. Their guitar tech team approaches each repair‚from basic setups to complete restorations‚with the precision and care that comes from years of hands-on experience.

Beyond guitars, Brighton Music Center provides essential repair support for orchestra and school band instrument programs throughout the region, serving the woodwind, brass, and string players who depend on reliable service. This breadth of knowledge allows their luthier-trained staff to understand the unique needs of every instrument type. The combination of technical skill, quality workmanship, and genuine customer care has made Brighton Music Center a trusted name for musicians across all genres and skill levels.