The opening of the store was marked by a grand opening event on Jan. 30. The celebration included a ribbon-cutting ceremony, compli- mentary t-shirts for the first 500 customers, raffle giveaways and more. Visitors got access to special offers on lessons and gear, and a special live set by DJ, radio personality and hip-hop icon Funk Flex. Recognized as one of the pioneers of modern DJing and a key figure in the development of hip-hop culture, Funk Flex is known for his innovative techniques and dedication to breaking new talent. “I had a real good time rocking my set at the grand opening of the new Guitar Center in Brooklyn,” Funk Flex said. “The energy was all the way up, and the vibe was straight love with everyone who came through to celebrate.” The new store hosts 75 linear feet of guitar wall, a dedicated acoustic room, drum area with cymbal room and interactive DJ displays. In-store services include Guitar Center Lessons, Guitar Center Repairs, Guitar Center Rentals and a hands-on electronic music experience. {guitarcenter.com}
The storefront of the new Brooklyn, New York, Guitar Center location.
GC CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW BROOKLYN STORE G uitar Center has opened its latest retail location, a 19,000-plus-square-foot facil- music needs of the community. The Brooklyn store is Guitar Center’s 13th location in New York and the company’s first store opening in 2025. ity in Brooklyn, New York. The store offers a wide set of services and gear to serve the
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