Guitarland, the paradise of plucked strings in Gràcia, celebrates two decades of experience

The Barcelona store, specializing in guitars and string instruments, highlights the importance of music education and personalized attention.

Generic image of a classical guitar in a music shop.
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Generic image of a classical guitar in a music shop.

A specialized string instrument store in Gràcia, Barcelona, celebrates over two decades of offering sales, repair, and custom design services, highlighting its contribution to the neighborhood's musical culture.

Since its opening in 2003, Guitarland has established itself as a benchmark for music lovers in the Gràcia neighborhood of Barcelona. This establishment, located on Diluvi street, has filled a void in a district with a strong musical tradition, offering a wide range of plucked string instruments and specialized services.

"The neighborhood has always had this kind of personality akin to music, very active, very restless."

a company spokesperson
The store's owners started the project with enthusiasm, taking over from historical businesses that had closed. Despite having to withstand the economic crisis of 2008, they have maintained their commitment to quality and customer service. Their specialization in string instruments, particularly guitars, allows them to offer expert and personalized service.
Guitarland offers a selection of over a hundred guitars, both classical and electric, as well as basses, mandolins, ukuleles, and banjos. They also have all the necessary accessories, from strings and tuners to amplifiers. Instrument prices range between 100 and 1,200 euros, always seeking a balance with the neighborhood's demands.

"We are proud that our customers can leave here with what they need. Either a new instrument or their instrument well-adjusted, ready to sound unbeatable."

a company spokesperson
In addition to sales, the store stands out for its repair service, capable of fixing everything from warped necks to wood problems. They also offer the possibility of designing exclusive instruments, commissioning their construction to a specialized workshop, ensuring that no two guitars are alike.
The founders of Guitarland, with backgrounds as sound technicians and musicians, emphasize the importance of music education. They point out that music consumption in Spain is significantly lower than in other countries like Germany, where music is deeply integrated into the educational system. This difference, they argue, demonstrates how education can directly influence cultural consumption.
Guitarland's clientele is diverse, including regular buyers and street musicians with limited resources who need affordable instruments. The store also addresses the issue of street music regulation in Barcelona, where it is often associated with noise, creating difficulties for artists.