Musicians Friend

At Musicians Friend, we know the importance of getting gear thats the best fit for you. Whether youre on the couch or on the road, we understand that your set-up should be uniquely yours. Our goal is to help you find exactly what you want by providing a custom-tailored shopping experience that reflects your musical journey and interests, resources to help you choose the perfect gear and a helpful community thats always there to answer any questions you have. A Brief History Musicians Friend was founded in 1983 by Rob and DeAnna Eastman. Newly married, the Eastmans financed the start up with a $5000 loan from Robs parents and ran the business out of their suburban California garage. Our first catalog was just a simple two-color flyer offering discounted guitar strings and a handful of other accessories. With a combination of hard work and intimate knowledge of the music business, things quickly changed. We were among the earliest catalog marketers of music gear and the first to fo...