I don't know anything about music. In my line you don't have to.
Elvis Presley(1935-1977)
Musical Instruments & Equipment
Reviews and ratings of quality, hand-picked, UK websites
Dolphin Music 
• www.dolphinmusic.co.uk
Headers: Recording, Computer Music, Guitars, PA & Live Sound, Dolphin Music PCs, Pianos & Keyboards, Drums & Percussion, Orchestral Shop, Books & DVDs, DJ & Lighting, Headphones, Cables, A/V shop, iPod Shop, Education, The Kids Corner
For professional and hobby musicians alike - this shop has just about everything you could need in the music line, from pro Karaoke machines to PA systems and from orchestral standard flutes to children's guitars. As well as the online shop, Dolphin Music also has three high street shops in Liverpool, Gateshead and Huddersfield.
• Special Features: Credit facilities available.
Gear 4 Music
• www.gear4music.com
Headers: Instruments, Live, Studio, Computer
Product range of over 4000 instruments, amplifiers, studio equipment and computer musical hardware and software. Instruments include Keyboards/Modules, Guitars, Bass, Drums, Remo Drum Heads, Woodwind Instruments and String Instruments. Schools, colleges and universities can apply for an Educational account. Gear 4 Music is based in James Street, York.
Lick Library 
• www.licklibrary.com
Headers: Backing Track, Driven Tutorials, Tab Books, Technique Books, Reference Books, DVD Tuition, Tuition Videos, Live DVD & Video, Equipment, Multimedia, Audio CD, Bass Guitar, Drums.
The award winning guitar tutorial site from the creators of Total Accuracy guitar workshops. Over 2,000 guitar tutorial products available. You can register free and get access to the online shop or you can become a member for £1.50 per week and have access to a range of downoadable backing tracks, exercises, reviews, exercises plus savings on products and more..
Mail Order Express
• www.mailorderexpress.com
Headers: Toys
Mail Order Express claims to be the largest toy website in Europe - and with over 15,000 toys, games, puzzles, art, craft and nursery products on offe
r they may just well be right! Mail Order Express was founded in 1946 and is based at Leicester Road Industrial Estate, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire.
• Special Features: Regular competitions. 21 day returns policy.
• International Delivery Available
Large range of musical instruments for children
Musicroom
• www.musicroom.com
Headers: Sheet Music, Tuition Books, Digital, Music for Schools, Audio & Video, Books about Music, Software, Instruments & Accessories
An award winning shop for music related items, including sheet music and accessories for a very wide range of instruments and genres plus music related DVD's and books. Or you could learn an instrument - there is a massive range of tutorial guides in both book and DVD form. Plus there is a wide range of musical instruments from digital pianos to small musical instruments such as harmonicas, pennywhistles, recorders and assorted small percussion instruments. Musicroom is a nationwide company with music stores throughout the UK. Head office is in London and the distributions centre is based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.
• Special Features: 30 day returns policy. Live website help.
• Free UK Delivery on orders >£15 (UPS delivery free on orders >£99)
• International Delivery Available (Free Shipping Worldwide over £49)
Musicstreet
• www.musicstreet.co.uk
Headers: Guitars, Amplifiers, Effects, Accessories, Parts, Tuition, Other, Offers, Studio/Live, Gifts
Huge range of guitars and accessories of all types from major manufacturers including Fender, Gibson, Takamine and Ovation plus accessories. And if you are still learning there is a very good range of books, CDs, DVDs and sheet music. Musicstreet is based in Ripley, Surrey.
• Free Delivery on orders >£100
Sound Control Modern Music Stores
• www.soundcontrol.co.uk
Headers: Guitars, Drums, Bass, Keyboards/HI Tech, DJ, Recording, Live Sound
In addition to a large range of products, the website features competitions, news and reviews plus details of live events at Sound Control Stores.
Formerly called Academy of Sound, Sound Control is based in Scotland and has 25 stores throughout the UK.
• Special Features: Register to get: Access to the forums and the free monthly Sound Control magazine which features the latest reviews.
• Free Delivery
Other Retailers Selling Musical Instruments
Anything Left Handed
• www.anythingleft-handed.co.uk
Headers: Essentials sets, Scissors, Childrens products, Educational games, Kitchen implements, Garden and DIY, Golf equipment, Writing equipment, Books and videos, Music and guitars, Stationery, Pocket knives, Clothing, Computer equipment, Clocks and watches, Fun and games
I bought a left-handed knife from Anything Left Handed a while ago and it is one of the most useful kitchen items I have ever bought! But you can get a lot more here than just knives, scissors and corkscrews; there are garden tools, computer equipment - even clothing - plus much more. Essential browsing for left handers. The main office and shop for Anything Left Handed is in Belmont in Surrey plus they have a shop in Central London which, incidentally, opened in 1968 and was the first of its kind in the world.
• Free UK Delivery on orders >£30
• International Delivery Available
Maplin Electronics
• www.maplin.co.uk
Headers: Blank Media, Cables, Components, Computers, Home & Office, In Car, Outdoor Leisure, Sound & vision, Tools & Service, Toys & Kits
Audio, video, electronic and computer products, components and accessories, all available online. Especially good for components and more obscure electronic bits and bobs. Plenty of gadgets and gizmos also. You can order the famous Maplin catalogue online, either in paper form or on cd. Maplin currently has 75 retail stores throughout the UK and Ireland.
• Free Delivery on orders >£35
In addition to microphones and speakers, which you would expect to find here, Maplin also have a Music Accessories section including guitar accessories, stands, tuners, metronomes and pickups plus DJ Equipment & Speakers and also Disco Lighting
Argos
• www.argos.co.uk
Headers: Furniture, Homewares, Household Appliances, Sound & Vision, Office PC & Phone, Photography, Sports & Leisure, DIY Garden & Pets, Toys & Games, Baby, Personal Care, Jewellery & Watches
The retail giant Argos sells an enormous range of (mostly) household goods and usually at very competitive prices. Also, they very often have sales on, so its always worth while checking out the website if you can't get down to your nearest store - I know we've managed to get some good bargains in the past! The site is fast loading and easy to navigate. Argos was founded in 1973 and now has over 500 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Argos is headquartered in Stafford.
• Special Features: Free 16 returns days policy for non faulty items. Either return to your nearest store or they will collect free of charge. You can also set up gift lists with Argos for weddings, anniversaries etc.
Stocks a range of keyboards, drum kits, guitars and home DJ systems
Hawkin's Bazaar
• www.hawkin.com
Headers: Bath Time, Batteries, Books, Calendars, Creative, Drink, Games, Garden, Gifts, Great Things, Home & Office, Jokes & Magic, Juggling, Music, Naughty Adult, Outdoor, Pet Stockings, Playtime, Puzzles, Science
Eclectic range of fun and unusual toys, gifts, gadgets and novelties for all ages. Over 800 items in stock. Buy online or request a catalogue. Hawkin's Bazaar is based in Harleston, Norfolk, and has a chain of high street shops throughout the south of England.
• International Delivery Available
You can get items (mostly for children) such as jingle bands, tin whistle, musical pom poms, kazooand more.
The Gifted Goat
• www.thegiftedgoat.co.uk
Headers: Candles, Childrenswear, Collectables, Garden Items, Greetings Cards, Jewellery, Laser Art, Mobiles, Other Toys, Outdoor Toys, Paperweights, Photo Frames, Playhouses, Pretend, Play, Puppets, Soft Toys, Stationery, Wooden Toys
Based in Basildon, The Gifted Goat supplies an unusual and eclectic mix of gifts for most occasions. They have a very good range of wooden toys from doll's houses to rocking horses as well as other toys including outdoor toys. They also have some nice laser art pieces. The childrenswear consists of the Kidorable range of children’s clothing.
• Free Delivery on orders >£40
Musical Instruments for young children
KBO & Buddhist Sangha Shop
• www.kbo.org.uk
Headers: Antique/Rare/Fine Art, Books & Publications, Candles, CD's/DVD's, Coins, Fragrance Oil & Burners, Furniture & Storage, Greeting Cards, Incense, Jewelry, Meditation Accessories, Musical Instruments, Ritual Items, Statues & Sculptures, Textiles, ThnagKa Paintings
KBO and Sangha Budhhist Shop is small not-for-profit Buddhist Order. The online shop has an exceptional range of Buddhist related items such as incense, prayer wheels, statues, dorjes, singing bowls, jewellery and similar items. KBO & Buddhist Sangha Shop is based in Durham.
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