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Certain Sparks is a 24-track Pro Tools equipped Digital Recording Studio, situated in the middle of California's Central Coast. Certain Sparks supplies the highest value in Audio Production, Music Lessons, and Music Accessories to California's Central Coast. We've created an exceptional recording studio environment where you can feel comfortable, creative, respected as an artist, and valued as our customer.
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How did you like your music lessons? Did you go to your teacher's house and learn boring scales and exercises? Did you play the music you were really listening to? Certain Sparks Music has re-imagined the way that we teach music, so you or your child love to play. By using a combination of modern music and traditional music theory, you'll learn using the music that you love. There's no reason to pull teeth - you can learn music theory from any genre of music! You & your kid will love our music lessons!
A music instructor can play a very unique and special role in both you and your child's lives. That's why Certain Sparks Music strives to find instructors who not only can teach music, but can serve as mentors to you and your child. We think it's so important that there is a strong connection between student and teacher, because it allows for students to express themselves creatively in a safe environment. The school's music directors are required to have competency on guitar, bass, drums, vocals, ukulele, keyboards, and group ensemble.
Founded by Randall Sena in 2006, Certain Sparks Music offers a Pro Tools equipped recording studio, which features one of the best drum rooms on the Central Coast, a state of the art control room, & a large comfortable vocal booth. Artists have access to our HUGE library of of musical instruments, amplifiers, & effect pedals.
Yep, if one broke it's probably time to change them all. Bring your guitar down and we'll deep clean your guitar, and put on fresh set of strings for about $30. A "Setup" is the most important upgrade you can make to any guitar, whether it's brand new or used! A setup starts with a deep cleaning, string change, truss rod or neck adjustment, intonation, fine tuning, and minor electrical repairs. The cost is $75 + strings for most Acoustic & Electric guitars / $100 + strings for a "Floyd Rose" style bridge.
From simple do-it-yourself systems for parties and budget minded weddings, to running sound, stage & MC-ing large events like Santa Barbara County Local Fest, & Relay for Life, we have sound solutions for you.
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Emma
Apr 25, 2022
I've been taking ukulele lessons with Mic for a little under three months, and I've absolutely loved it. He's very supportive and encouraging, and even though I'm not naturally a very musical person I've been learning things fast thanks to Mic's wonderful teaching skills. Certain Sparks itself has a wonderful friendly, welcoming atmosphere and very friendly and helpful staff.
Ryan M.
Feb 05, 2022
Great owners! Excellent staff who are great with kids too! Very diverse teachings of instruments. Pick up some good records too.
Rina & Nathan Lange
Oct 25, 2021
This place is wonderful! The music lessons are amazing. This place is such a great part of the community. Support this place, we are so fortunate to have Randall and his staff as a valuable music education and appreciation resource.
Mike Gray
Jun 01, 2021
I messaged Certain Sparks Music about a product they might carry. They were very quick to respond and very knowledgeable and even when I couldn't make it there at the set time, they were very patient and understanding. I followed up the next day they were open and they had the product ready and sitting out for me. Will do business with them again. Very helpful. 5
Amanda Griffith
Apr 29, 2019
Mic, my guitar teacher, is personable, patient and extremely knowledgable. Whenever I go for my lesson and at my recitals, everyone from the shop is so friendly and encouraging. I love that this donates instruments and lessons to children who couldn't otherwise afford it through the Certain Sparks Music Foundation.
Emily Casteel
Apr 26, 2019
My son and husband both take music lessons here. The teachers at Certain Sparks are talented and experienced. As a teacher myself, I have very high standards and I am very pleased by the professional instruction my family is receiving. My son has Mic for drums and husband has Randall for guitar. Both my guys are doing superbly and I love hearing them practice at home.

There are so many great things I have to say about the whole Certain Sparks team from amazing recitals, to summer camps, concerts put on by local musicians, as well as the every week encouragement during lessons. I can't fit all the positive stuff I want to say in a short review, so go check them out and see for yourself.
Matt
Mar 16, 2019
I love Certain Sparks! Randall is amazing, I never thought I could play guitar but he's been supportive, patient and just straight up awesome. Mic has been wonderful with my son teaching him drums, and has been encouraging confidence in him. Don't skip out on visiting Certain Sparks!
Christopher Purvis
Dec 30, 2018
Bad communication when doing business. If you do business with these people make sure you ask questions because they will not go out of their way to make the deal clear. Messed me up on my taxes and when I asked about it they acted like it was no big deal. It's a big deal to me. Wasn't expecting the miscellaneous income form and not only that it was late!

Thanks fellas for helping me help you! Ya'll rock! Cost me an extra $140 because the 1099 was late and incorrect. Gonna treat me like I dont have a right to be mad! If it's no big deal how about you pay H&R Block for me and I'll take this review down! Ur mad be cause it's the truth! Honestly the truth is worth the $140. All this could have been avoided but u wanna puff ur chest up and act like u did everything right. Ur welcome!
Patrick M.
Dec 15, 2018
Randall and Michael are the best dudes ever! They are talented luthiers and they know what they are talking about. they are friendly and always excited to have a good conversation while being attentive to what you come in for. I have never had any trouble getting what I'm looking for, or being informed about new shipments coming in. Made a few trades with them toward in store purchases; they are very fair and reasonable. Can't complain. There's nothing like going into a music store with employees that are passionate and just as excited about what you are working on as you are. Amazing environment and amazing staff. Thanks guys!
Todd K.
Jul 02, 2018
Randal is always helpful and ready to help any musician or future musician handy with all music related repairs and if he can't he knows who can.
Ray Schultz
Apr 24, 2018
You'll never meet a more encouraging and supportive group of people. I could go on but all you need to do is actually go inside and find out for yourself.
N. S.
Aug 01, 2017
Great music place!. I went there for guitar lessons and they also sell their local music and other stuff. Randall Sena is nice and other staff are nice too. I will definitely do more lessons.
Natalie Ann B.
Jun 23, 2017
Friendly staff, highly skilled instructors and great selection of musical instruments. I was interested in learning how to play the ukelele. After getting a free 30 minute intro lesson, i was hooked and bought myself a ukelele and signed up for more classes. I highly recommend this place!
Steve Bridge
Dec 05, 2016
Certain Sparks is a jewel in the Lompoc community. They support not only local talent but all the kids in town. They have developed an alternative stage at the flower festival and feature local talent from young to old. They hold recitals on their own time for their students to show off their talent. The staff is superb and the patience they display when working with new kids is nothing short of super human. Randall has dedicated his life to helping our community bring art and music to Lompoc. Every Lompocian should stop by and meet Randall and his team and see how they make a difference every day.
Ben Smith
Dec 10, 2015
I used to take lessons at this place. Super teacher, just like the rest of the people. All amazing
Xena H.
Nov 05, 2015
What a gem Certain Sparks is in Old Town Lompoc! I just picked up my acoustic guitar after having it restrung and it sounds amazing. They also lowered the action so it's easier to play. Great customer service and price.
Mayank V.
Jan 10, 2015
Got a Guitar as a gift from my cousin, wanted to try it out for the first time. Few strings were broken and needed a pick. So called the shop. Installed the strings, gave me a pick and a free first 30 minute lesson for $1.94. Great deal, great people and great shop. I saw other customers were happy coming in the shop