Our Story
Meet the Owner
Ryan Camaioni, Owner
As a lifelong musician and a passionate gear enthusiast, Ryan Camaioni founded Strings & Things with a simple vision: to create a real, authentic music hub for the New Milford community. He believes that every musician, from a beginner picking up their first guitar to a seasoned pro, deserves a welcoming space to explore their sound. Ryan is dedicated to providing expert advice, quality gear, and the kind of personal service that can only come from a shop that is truly for musicians, by musicians.
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From your first guitar to boutique pedals, find the gear that defines your sound.
Guitars & Basses
Violins & Banjos
Amps & Cabs
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Read what our previous clients say about our work
What a store! Ryan is the freakin' man, I drove over an hour to check it out and the experience was everything I hoped for. I consigned a cool bass with him that you can get for your very own, and I've been thinking about that danelectro sitar since I played it... probably be back for it soon 😆🫠
★★★★★
Alex
Yo! I've been looking for a good local music store for years and THIS IS IT! Ryan is super chill and the selection is surprising. I grabbed a couple of sets of strings and will probably grab a trumpet in a few days.
★★★★★
Joe Degregorio
Amazing place all the way around. The owner is very professional and super informative. I was surprised by the amount of items from A to Z he had in his store and if he didn’t have it that day, he is able to get it next day! Unbelievably great deals and offers! Highly recommended to all! The vibe is worth the visit alone!
★★★★★
James Clarke
Strings n’ Things is the best music store in the greater Connecticut area. The owner is very friendly. They will accept your gear to sell and if you’re looking for something, chances are, they might just have it for a REALLY good price.
★★★★★
Dylan McMichael
Finally a music store that cares about its customers and who is committed to your musical journey!
★★★★★
Mike Korpski
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