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Wayne Burak & Associates Inc in Arlington
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Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas, US
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Comments (72)
It was an absolutely wonderful experience. We learned something as a family. Nicolas was a great teacher. There was no pressure as we listened to each violin. Nicolas helped us choose the perfect one. We highly recommend this family business.
We have two kids who have done a total of 9 years combined in the top school orchestras at Frisco ISD and have another 6 combined years to go. After unsatisfactory violin and cello quality and unfriendly service we experienced from other local vendors, we were fortunate to hook up with Wayne Burak & Assoc about 5 years ago. Our school orchestra director recommended them highly.If your kids are doing anything in Orchestra please do them, yourselves and your pocketbook a favor and give these guys a try. We have had nothing but the most positive experience with Nick Burak. He spent lots of time helping us choose the right equipment. My daughter who is in 11th grade and in the top of the five Orchestra at her High School, says that her friends violins cost 5 to 10 times as much as hers and she feels that hers is almost as good, if not of equal quality as their more expensive violins.Nick also set my middle school son with a really high quality cello at a bargain price, so much so that the school teachers were surprised that we were able to get such high quality half size cello. I must say that connecting with Wayne Burak& Assoc has made our life so much easier in terms of instrument upgrades, maintenance, repair and general guidance when it comes to equipping our kids with the best tools, so theyre successful in the orchestra.I think because they are a small, tight knit family run operation, they are incredibly friendly and accessible. And now that I have dealt with them for five years, i will never try another vendor. Since I am too music illiterate to tell the difference between a $1000 violin /cello vs a $4000 one, the confidence and trust in the shop that they are fair in their pricing is critical. This week my sons orchestra director said he needs to upgrade from 3/4ths to full. All I have to do is call Nick knowing that he will equip my son with the best value full size Cello at a fair price and also trade in his smaller Cello for a fair value. I still remember how unpleasant and costly it was to deal with other local vendors 6/7 years ago.
I’ve worked three times now with Nick Burak for treatment of my two cellos. He is exceptionally knowledgeable about their care and is generous with his knowledge. He is also generous with his service. I recommend him without hesitation for any cello care. Lastly, he is a down to earth reasonable person and I’ve never felt as if he’s tried to sell me something just for the sake of making a sale. I heartily recommend him. Assuming he is representative of Wayne Burak & Associates I give the business the highest mark as well.
Absolutely amazing service, very helpful and knowledgeable, and theyre extremely friendly and polite. Will always return for new instruments and any service to my current instruments. They happily removed fine tuners from my violin, adjusted the bridge and sound post and gave us excellent advice. Would recommend for any new string player all the way up to professional levels
Excellent instruments and great people! The folks at Wayne Burak & Associates are so kind and accommodating, and their instruments are excellent. I originally interacted with Wayne some years ago and have returned multiple times over the years as my boys have needed bigger instruments. In recent years I have had the pleasure to get to know Nick and Norma and so appreciate the care they bring to their work.
Wonderful to work with. Very knowledgeable and accommodating. Quality instruments at reasonable prices. We have been rental customers since 2018 and recently purchased a beautiful viola for our daughter. Highly recommended!
Nick did great work on my cello. He was knowledgeable, kind and very attentive to my specific requests. I highly recommend!
I have known the Buraks since I was a kid and have played their instruments in all my years as a player, my first viola purchased at age 14. Dallas is lucky to have such a skilled luthier, the craft and skill handed down from Father to Son. Go here if you wish to buy an instrument that will suit any player of any level, the quality of their work matched by the kindness and attentiveness they give to anyone who walks through the Hallowed halls of Stadium Oaks Court.
A few years ago Wayne turned and adjusted my viola. The work he did was exceptional and has lasted the test of time. Hiram, was our common contact.We sure miss Hiram, but when I play the viola I am always reminded of his kindness.Thanks Wayne.
Our go-to shop. Great craftsmanship and extraordinary customer service, with a beyond-reasonable price point. This is who we recommend to all of our clients looking for great instruments. If youve never been, find some time to try them out for yourself. Ill never forget the first time I went to go try their violas-- I played a two octave CM scale all slurred in one and giggled. Why? Never in my life had I played a viola so well set up, so easy to play. Great sound quality and even greater price. Love the Burak shop!
I am a cello player and I will never go to any other shop besides this one ever again. The people who work here are extremely kind, attentive, and generous. They make real conversation with you and make you feel right at home. I love love love this place. I highly recommend to all my fellow string players.
It was my first time going to their shop and I was so happy I stopped by. I was googling luthiers randomly one morning and decided to check this shop out— how did they have 5 perfect stars from over 70 people? Well, now I know why. Their instruments are of excellent quality and you can tell theyre in it for their passion of music and love of instruments rather than the money. I didnt expect them to be so welcoming, I even found it suspicious at first! I dont feel alone in the process of purchasing an instrument anymore, and I absolutely loved chatting with them, even if it wasnt related to my possible purchase. Overall, my first legitimate luthier experience was absolutely amazing and I learned so much more than how to select the right instrument for me. I recommend this business to anyone who’s interested in not only purchasing an excellent instrument, but being in the presence of lovely people who enjoy their work and think of you as a friend rather than just another costumer.
Had a great experience here. Nicholas was extremely helpful and didnt charge for fixing the bridge on my daughters violin. He also fixed the sounding post in the violin as well. Highly recommended!
After looking at many cellos at many string stores, it was an easy decision to buy my son’s cello here. The service and knowledge of Nicholas Burak at Wayne Burak and Associates is by far the best in the DFW area. Nicholas helped us in so many ways that the other stores could not. He is a son of two professional cellists and a cellist himself. He knows his instruments extremely well and can help you in your quest to find the perfect fit for you or your loved one. Bottom line if you need any guidance in finding a string instrument, this is the place to go. The other stores are marginally helpful at best. I highly recommend Burak.
I was looking for a good place to buy my first cello and this was hands down the best place. I looked around through all of the DFW area, I tried some from all the other shops, and I tried expensive preowned cellos, but the selection at Wayne Burak & Associates were just in my opinion the best sounding and best set up. Not only that, they’re sold at an excellent price. Last I can’t thank Nick enough for all the help he gave me. He spent hours playing different cellos, different bows, and adjusting the setups for me over the course of almost two months until I finally found the right cello, he really went above and beyond. If I ever need anything related to string instruments this is where I’ll go!
A wonderful violin buying experience! Nick is very knowledgeable and spent as much time as needed in comparing violin options to help me as a beginner through the process. Highly recommend!
I had been told to visit the shop by another violinist and I needed my chin rest replaced because all the others I had tried just didn’t work. It turns out that they had the exact same model that was on my violin - was I Happy? Oh yeah! I was amazed. Then I found out from Nicholas his Dad had passed. Turns out his Dad was born in Milwaukee and so was I. Another amazing coincidence. And his Dad worked at Bein and Fushi in the 80’s . That was where I purchased my fist “good” violin. But it gets better-he has a boatload of 7/8 violins that I know sound wonderful. I will purchase one so I can play some of the things I struggle with easier. Short pinkie! I purchased some new strings and Nick put them on for me and he also got my a string height level corrected too. Awesome store. Highly recommended.
Amazing store to rent from. Excellent customer service and instruments. Just on customer service alone, I would encourage anyone with a passion for music to do business here. Nicholas is a true professional.
Very personable and genuinely concerned about the customer needs. Willing to listen and address the client in a very kind, thoughtful, and sincere manner. Went in today to have a violin repaired but decided to rent one instead. They have a very good plan for those that arent sure if they want to purchase. Especially if you have a child that maybe interested. Instead of spending your money and invest in one that they may or may not be serious about.
Been going to the Buraks for probably about 7 or 8 years now. Ive had a couple of students purchase good quality cellos there. Nick is a great guy, super friendly and always does great work on my instrument.
I have taken my violin here a few times already; Ive had the best customer experience with them; Nick is always great to work with, the workmanship is top-notch and turnaround time on repairs is fast! they totally have my business!
Bought my Wayne Burak cello here, it is amazing. Great place. Very attentive costumer service.It was hard to notice which building it was, so I called them and an employee Imidiately came out.Lots to chose from cellos and cases to bows. It was a good experience. I highly recomend it.
I looked everywhere in research everywhere and Iraq and Associates turned out to be the one and only place I could trust for my violin so I got my violin from them and I love it. The amount of service and support and knowledge not only of people who can make instruments repair instruments but they actually play them with Incredible quality incredible skill. I wouldnt go any place else
Wayne and Nick are incredibly knowledgeable! They are wonderful to work with, and their prices are very reasonable. You can immediately tell they both take great pride in their work, and it shows in the quality and craftsmanship of their instruments. I would highly recommend them for rentals or purchases.
Excellent organization!My Cello was coming apart in 3 places, and had several splits. They not only fixed those things, but they also added a number of improvements, like new bridge, repositioning the sound post and replace the old heavy tail piece . The Cello sounds great now!They were very reasonable in their price... in fact they should have billed me more for the work they did!
Great service. Great workmanship. Very knowledgeable. Referred by two different friends. When i asked about Luthier first thing both saiD were Burak and they didn’t know each other. Very reasonable pricing as well
Highly recommend going to see Nicholas. We bought a viola from him and we found him very knowledgeable and took his time making sure my daughter picked just the right one. Amazing service!!!
I met Nick Burak at a conference a few weeks ago and talked with him about doing some work on my instrument. I recently took my cello in for a new bridge (my old one was warping and the A-string had really dug in. After taking a look in the set up, Nick also determined some other needs for optimizing my instrument, including a new soundpost. He did an amazing job! I got my cello back better than its ever been. Projection, sustain, and resonance like Ive not had from my instrument before. They even provided a good loaner cello for me to use while mine was in the shop.Nick and his father, Wayne, made me feel like a welcomed friend. Their professionalism and dedication to excellence is second to none. Nick displayed great pride in making my cello the best it can be.
I came in as an adult looking to pick up the cello. While I have a musical background, I was brand new to the instrument. Wayne was friendly and took me very seriously. He talked me through picking it up, found a very nice cello for me to rent, and put me in contact with a tutor. It was a better experience than I ever hoped for.
Always the best service! If you need a luthier, this is always the first place I go when I need my instrument repaired or need a new quality instrument. They will take great care of you here!
The Burak family has been special to me for almost 20 years. I still go there, but not for my cello needs anymore, but for my son’s. Would recommend them for any serious cellist!
Extremely helpful and informative. He helped me fix my bridge, and change strings for a very good price! I will come back in the future for any needs dealing with my violin (:
Helped find the best cello for me. Very kind too, not impatient even though I took a long time to find my style of cello, made my first cello buying experience a success!
Fantastic Violin shop! Installed my fittings for a great price, and they are very friendly people!!
I have been to Wayne Burak twice now for minor repairs on my daughter’s cello and they are fantastic! I can not recommend them highly enough for the professionalism of their work and the service and courtesy shown!!
Couldn’t have asked for a better experience, they were able to accurately diagnose the problems I was having and made the process one of the least difficult I have ever experienced! Highly recommend for instrument repairs and will be using them for all future instrument needs!
Love my Burak cello! Sounds great, and built strong enough to handle the demands of travelling, performing, and teaching. Their rentals are top quality, too.
Wayne Burak shop has a long tradition of great string instruments at very reasonable prices. I love my burak violin!
If I could give 10/10 stars I would. He was very nice and helpful with tuning my violin and giving me advice on how to begin playing. Glad I came here.
Thank you Nick and Mike , I always received professional services and excellent workmanship. I even received follow-up calls from Nick to make sure everything is good for my sons cello.
My violin needed new string and Nick was so nice and fix it in snap. Totally recommend if your starting new on string instruments.
Recently had them do work on my cello and I was very impressed with the quality. Nick is always polite and transparent. Great customer service!
This is the best place in DfW area to find the most amazing instruments , they care and help you to have the best experience with your instrument 150%recomended ,the owners are magnificent people Im glad I found them.
Nick was awesome. This shop did a great job correcting my cello. Feels like a new instrument.
These are some amazing people. I am so thankful I was referred to them. I love supporting family run business! Professional, caring and genuine.
Great guy. He helped my granddaughter with her violin needs. We will be back.
The people were so nice and honest! Would definitely recommend!!
Nicholas is amazing. Great instruments & services
Fantastic selection of Violas. Ive had mine for almost 3 years and I still love it!
Wonderful people and honestly best service I have ever had as well as good prices if you are reading this go to them trust me you won’t regret
Replaced my strings and gave me a end pin for free. Good people.
Helpful and honest people. Great shop
Great instruments. Fast, friendly service!
Best place to get an instrument.
Nick is absolutely wonderful!
First class people!!
Love this place a lot!!!!
Excellent service!
Great place great people
Great people.
I have visited 8 different stores in 3 different countries and this is where I got my best and most satisfactory experience, a wonderful place that is attended by wonderful people and I recommend 100000000% The best of the best without a doubt ...
Very friendly in this place! Thank God I found it! They helped me with what my daughter needed and let her play a violin. I felt very well. For sure we will always come back here! Thanks Mr. Burak!
Total reviews rating 5
72 Reviews for Wayne Burak & Associates Inc 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-06I cannot say enough great things about this family owned shop! My violin and bow were in need of some relatively minor repairs and I needed the job done quickly as I had been asked to play at a friends wedding. I am new to the area I was unfamiliar with any local shops, and was a little apprehensive. That was until I noticed they had never received a rating lower than five stars. I thought this place must be amazing to have over 100 reviews and not once, could anybody find a single thing to complain about.Let me tell you, this place deserves every one of those five star ratings! In just two days time they adjusted my sound post, replaced the bridge, re-strung, lubricated pegs, and re-haired my bow. My instrument has never sounded better, and at a very fair price. Not that I was looking to purchase a new instrument but I did try a couple of their violins, and the sounds blew me away. When they told me the price of their instruments I almost passed out at how inexpensive these wonderful instruments were being offered.The quality repair work would’ve been more than enough to earn a five star review from me, but it gets better. The family that owns and operates this wonderful place are some of the kindest, most charming people I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. Truly exceptional.
Review №2
2022-05-31I recently purchased a new bow from here. As a beginner adult cellist, I wasn’t sure what exactly I was looking for since I’ve only ever had one bow.Nicholas helped me try and explore a variety of options ranging in price and quality. It’s an understatement to say that Nicholas helped to not make the experience feel overwhelming at all. I feel confident in my purchase and i’m very happy with my new bow.He also played my cello with my new bow and made me aware of the potential of sound that the new pairing could achieve. I’m excited to strive toward the quality I experienced from his playing.Wayne Burak and Associates have won over a new loyal customer. I will be returning for all my cello needs!
Review №3
2022-04-14We have been customers of Burak & Associates for over 2 years. From the first phone call and at every interaction since, the customer service has been exceptional, the best we have ever experienced. They are quick to respond and always do more than is asked or expected. Each person there is incredibly talented and knowledgeable at their craft. They have made even the youngest in our family feel like a professional musician because of the time and effort they put into each and every customer. We are so grateful for them!
Review №4
2022-02-18Wow! Great people and great service. Nicholas and Ms. Burak are both awesome people and truly care about the quality of services and support they provide. We are new to the arts and have a new violin player in the household, for the first time. Nicholas provided great workmanship and advise. I highly recommend Wayne Burak and Associates for all your violin needs.
Review №5
2021-06-25I had such an amazing experience with Mr.Nicholas and Mrs.Norma at Wayne Burak & Associates.Mr.Nicholas was super informative and patient throughout the two visits I made in the process of purchasing a new violin, bow, and case. I expressed my concerns, needs, and budget and was super satisfied with the quality of the beautiful instrument I got! It was my first time violin & bow shopping in a serious setting- he walked me through the process and described the subtleties between different violins and bows that I couldn’t quite put into words. I brought the violin and bow to my private lesson teacher and she was also very pleased to know that this would be my violin for the next 5+ years. Mrs.Norma even offered me some life changing words of wisdom and informed me of the process of insuring an instrument. Highly, highly recommend!
Review №6
2022-06-21Great client experience every time! Very knowledgeable and great with young and adult string musicians. Burak and Associates works with you to get what you need within your price range. Highly recommended!
Review №7
2022-06-21I purchased an instrument and multiple bows from this shop and had a fantastic experience in every way. The quality of the instruments and bows were much better than Id even hoped, prices were very fair, and Nick was wonderfully helpful about every aspect.
Review №8
2020-01-10I’m a repeat customer. Bought a 1/16 violin 2 years ago. I’m back for renting a cello. Nick is easy going and very informative. He was able to some maintenance on a couple of our kids’ violins too. I’ve enjoyed all the times I’ve been in the shop. Make sure you call ahead, they like to have a time reserved for you so they can serve you well.
Review №9
2022-07-20Simply the best cellos, at the best price, with the best service! Don’t hesitate to call Nicholas for your instrument needs...you’ll be glad you did!
Review №10
2022-07-30Customer service is unparalleled. High quality work at a quick pace is what i look for and thats what i found. I look forward to many more years of business with this family.