KC Strings

I don't know jack about stringed instruments, except guitar. But it didn't take long to begin appreciating KC Strings over in Shawnee. The shop specializes in stringed instruments. With no shortage of services, KC Strings is also the only American maker of professional grade violas, violins, cellos and bases. It's really a one stop string shop. Say that three times. They'll sell, repair, rent and even give you private lessons. The staff knows their strings. I quickly overheard one of the assistants is a student at Julliard. Everyone in the shop is eager to assist or simply enjoying their job by playing the instruments. They also emphasize their ability to work out financing options. Thankfully I had a sidekick who knew the difference between a viola and violin and that brought about some great conversations with the staff. I grabbed a brochure as we headed out and it says "Together We Create." I couldn't agree more.

Wonderful selection of violins, violas, cellos, and basses.Being a beginner, I was impressed with the interest they showed in explaining the differences among the various violins I ws looking at . Series 100 to 400.They showed me the differences both structurally and sonically. Although not inexpensive, I'd rather buy quality once than by cheap several times before I find quality.

I love this place! The Violin we bought my wife here is amazingly setup. It looks and sounds beautiful. We were renting from Rent My Instrument (do not do it) and the sound difference in the Violin from KC Strings was so good that my wife actually cried when she heard it. Mr. Krutz has been making and setting up violins professionally for more than 30 years, and believe me the sound you get is amazing. If you want a string instrument that you will be proud to play, then buy here. No matter where in the US you live, come to this shop and hear the difference. Again THANK YOU KC STRINGS, my wife could not be happier!Jason R.S.

Love KC strings. This is where I got my cello through a rent to own program. My fingerboard cracked after a kid at my school kicked the case and knocked it over, they repaired it very quickly at no cost. All of the people there are very knowledgeable, and the instruments are beautiful. I always know I can upgrade to a more sophisticated instrument whenever I want, and the price I paid for my current cello can go towards the new one. I am really happy with KC strings.

Great staff and amazing selection. The owner, Anton Krutz, is actually there every day to answer questions and help select the perfect instrument.

The K.C. Strings Violin shop is excellent. Our interests are violin and cello and this shop has everything a fine musician would need or expect for their strings instruments. We found a magnificent violin here that was constructed as a student instrument, but it has always played like a professional violin. The instruments created here are of high quality and beauty. The violin strings we purchased are excellent and play well under heavy practice. We highly recommend the K.C. Strings Violin Shop.

I have the best cello ever and it was made by Anton Krutz at K.C Strings.

The craftsmanship that goes into KC Strings' instruments is unsurpassed by any other shops in the area! I recommend this shop for any musicians, from students to professionals.

My daughter's instructor is a professional performer who has worked with this vendor for years. Even though they are out of state for us, he recommended them and I am glad he did. Excellent, excellent, excellent customer service and attention to every detail. They went out of their way to make me the best price on exactly what I wanted to buy. I'm glad I found this shop.