Founded in 1959, Guitar Center Inc. is one of the leading musical instrument retailers in the United States. Based in Baton Rouge, La., the company operates through a chain of over 200 stores and offers a range of instruments, such as guitars, amplifiers, drums and percussion instruments, music keyboards, audio equipment and more. It also provides recording equipment, replacement parts, music books and videos, among others. Guitar Center Inc. further renders services, such as financing options, guitar repair/maintenance, gift cards and more. The company features numerous brands, including Akai, Casio, Apple, Road Runner and Live Wire, to name a few.