Used Bass Gear in Chicago

americanmade · #1 12-28-2009, 09:55 AM

I've got some time off work and I think I'd like to browse some used gear I don't need/can't afford/don't have room for.

Anyone know some good spots for used gear in Chicago? I know Chicago Music Exchange is supposed to be cool, but are there any more down to earth places?

Thanks

LuvMusic · #2 12-28-2009, 10:06 AM

Midwest Buy and Sell. Linky: http://maps.google.com/maps/place?hl...76244217257361

Don't be expecting any great deals but alot of gear.

Yakob · #3 12-28-2009, 10:17 AM

Maybe a Music Go Round?

jmiller · #4 12-28-2009, 10:22 PM

Bass Club. Its located in the Maken Music building. 1455 w hubbard.
its alot of new instruments with some used stuff.

jollygiantchris · #5 12-29-2009, 04:38 AM

Chicago Music Exchange and Midwest Buy and Sell are the best two I've been to. The owner at CME is nicer and more likely to cut you a deal in my experience. However, they tend to have more expensive stuff to begin with. If you go to Midwest Buy and Sell check out the little old Polish guy that makes tube amps in the antique store next door. They sound pretty ridiculous.

Slight tangent - for repairs Minstrel Music is the way to go. They are slow as hell but they do great work at reasonable rates.