Sell or pawn guitars & instruments in Illinois.

Vintage and boutique instruments can be worth a lot of money — but only at the right shop. A 1970s Fender or Gibson can easily clear four figures. Always get an appraisal from someone who specializes in musical instruments before accepting an offer.

Illinois pawn law basics: max rate 20% per month + fees · minimum redemption 30 days. Confirm with the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation.

Showing the 5 highest-rated shops in Illinois that specialize in guitars & instruments.

Chicago, IL

Chicago Pawners & Jewelers

4.5 · 320 reviews

One of Chicago's oldest and largest pawn shops, renowned for G.I.A.-certified diamonds, high cash payouts on gold and jewelry, and an in-house master jeweler for repairs.

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(312) 738-1377 View details
Chicago, IL

A-Royal Pawn Shop

4.2 · 180 reviews

A trusted downtown Chicago pawn shop conveniently located in the Loop, offering competitive pawn loans and cash purchases on a wide variety of items from jewelry to electronics.

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(312) 427-6542 View details
Chicago, IL

EZPAWN

3.9 · 98 reviews

A Logan Square area EZPAWN location offering fast cash loans, pre-owned electronics, and a variety of merchandise at everyday low prices.

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(773) 278-3677 View details
Chicago, IL

EZPAWN

3.8 · 112 reviews

EZPAWN's Little Village location on Chicago's west side, offering quick pawn loans and a wide selection of pre-owned electronics, power tools, and instruments.

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(773) 522-9860 View details
Rockford, IL

EZPAWN

3.7 · 72 reviews

EZPAWN's Rockford location serves Illinois's third-largest city and the Rock River Valley with convenient pawn loans and a rotating selection of electronics, tools, and jewelry.

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(815) 654-7296 View details