Manning Music’s Manhattan location opened in 2018 when the company expanded from its Topeka headquarters to take over Rick’s Music Shop & Guitar Service, a fixture in the Manhattan community since 1992. This transition brought together Manning Music’s 35+ years of instrument expertise with Rick’s established reputation for guitar service in the Little Apple.

While the Manhattan shop initially specialized in guitars, amps, and guitar accessories, it has evolved to offer comprehensive instrument repair services supporting both guitarists and the local music education community. The store provides guitar setup, fretwork, and general guitar repair alongside orchestra and school band instrument support, making it a one-stop destination for students and working musicians alike.

The location stocks electric guitars, acoustic guitars, bass guitars, amplifiers, and an expanding selection of band and orchestra instruments. Their full-service repair shop keeps instruments performance-ready, whether it’s a student’s first violin or a gigging musician’s favorite axe. The guitar tech team maintains the luthier standards established during the Rick’s Music era while incorporating Manning Music’s broader instrument repair capabilities developed over decades serving Kansas musicians.