Music Go Round

$MGRSF500 #501
CategoryRetail
SubcategoryMiscellaneous Retail Businesses
Locations35
Franchisee Count40
Franchise Fee$25,000
Item 7 Low$335,300
Item 7 Midpoint$389,500
Item 7 High$443,700
Royalty Fees4% of your “Gross Sales”
Ad / Brand Fund3%
Sold Not Open3
ParentWinmark Corporation
Founded1988
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business37
Began Franchising1994
HQMinneapolis, MN
Executives14
LinksWeb
Main Phone(763) 520-8500
FDD IssuedMarch 16, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 🔒
Franchisor

Winmark Corporation franchises Music Go Round® retail stores that sell quality used and new musical instruments, speakers, amplifiers, music-related electronics and related accessories. The franchise emphasizes consumer value by offering quality used merchandise at substantial savings and purchasing customers' used goods.

Franchisees must install a POS System purchased through Winmark, which includes a Business Server, register stations, and various peripherals, with initial costs ranging from $18,800 to $22,700. A monthly Software Fee of $295 is required for ongoing maintenance and updates.

Winmark Corporation franchises Music Go Round® retail stores that sell quality used and new musical instruments, speakers, amplifiers, music-related electronics and related accessories. The franchise emphasizes consumer value by offering quality used merchandise at substantial savings and purchasing customers' used goods.

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