I've signed up to Yelp just to leave this review. Really friendly knowlegable guys that go above…read moreand beyond to make sure you're happy with what you want and that you've bought the wrong thing. Did a brilliant guitar setup for me then found me the perfect pair of studio monitors (Genelec 8081A) for recording in a small space with my Helix LT effects pedal. Store has a really chilled vibe - would recommend a trip whatever you are after. I genuinely look forward to going back.

PMT House of Rock is unfortunately-named to such a ridiculous degree that you have to wonder if it…read morewas set up by male music geeks of such stereotypical geekery that they had such limited knowledge of the female of the species as to happily settle on the name PMT without any knowledge of their folly. Oh well - at least it stands for 'Professional Music Technology', which is somewhat more relevant to the products on sale than the alternative. The shop is huuuge! And its layout allows it to display the products to almost terrifying peacock-like effect, due to its open-plan layout and central staircase leading to a balcony spanning the entire width of the shop. And due its size it was difficult to take in and remember the entire range of products but it really is extensive. Guitars, drums, keyboards and pianos are the focus of the instrument range with a huge variety of electric guitars, bases and acoustics and a balcony housing many a keyboard and piano. They sell a vast amount of equipment besides: mics, amps, effects pedals, recording equipment, speakers and everything in between. Prices are good, and they attempt to match any cheaper prices you have found, showing their commitment to value for money. Because of the vastness of this shop and the fact that it is a chain it lacks the character and charm of a smaller music shop and so feels rather impersonal, but this allows further freedom to browse and try things out, as there always seem to be plenty of other people doing so! And my, what a lot to try!

I'm currently renting a "baby" grand piano from Paul at Paregal Pianos. From the moment I first…read moremade contact the service has been superb. Paul is very friendly and knowledgeable. The piano was even re-polished prior to delivery! The piano arrived on time and the lads that delivered it took great care with it (and my house!). Plus all for a mere £50 a month. The contract was also easy to read. What more can I say? I have no hesitation in recommending Paregal to anyone looking to learn to play, or as in my case, re-learning after a 30 year break!

I cannot disagree more with the previous reviewer! We have a piano on hire purchase from paregal…read morepianos and all dealings with them have been professional, polite and honest. I chose paregal pianos for my daughter's piano as I couldn't afford the large initial outlay that it would have been for a piano of this type .Hire purchase at 0% over 3 years, is I think, a very accessible way for a lot of the population to obtain a beautiful 1920s- 1930s White baby grand piano! In terms of the hire purchase agreement- I was sent a copy clearly highlighting the terms and conditions of the agreement. It is very clear that I will have ownership of the piano after the 3yr term is completed. Until then, the piano is under the ownership of paregal pianos. This is fine with me and aftercare , including tuning, has been dealt with brilliantly by the team at paregal pianos. To summarise, a great , honest , helpful company. I would recommend to anyone.

This is a wonderful music shop. They specialize in pianos…read more They will buy, restore, upright and grand pianos, and sell new ones. The other nightmare with pianos, is transporting them, but you can confidently leave this, together with tuning them, in their expert hands. This is beginning to sound like an advert, but I think that this shop is run by a superlative set of people who are commited to music. The other useful facet of this shop is that they sell instruments on hire purchase, to the people in the local area. This is usful because the local senior school is a Music Academy.

From the owner: We are a family business with our roots starting back in the 1950's with the owner's father, Arthur…read moreMetcalfe's piano tuning and repair business evolving in 1998 with the opening of the Full Octave Music Shop. The Full Octave, as well as being a general music shop specialises in all things piano (both upright and grand), with a passion for resurrecting the older, higher quality, English and German instruments.

I purchased an Roland P30 Electric Piano and was very happy with dealing with this company. There…read moreare many online stores eager to promise stock and the cheapest price. But I wanted to support local business in this difficult time as it secures local jobs. I had contacted initially via email as I was working nights. Shaun was very helpful, honest about stock and wait times. No pressure at all given and listened to my needs. Very happy customer. I have returned to store again to purchase book and other bits and sales assistant was extremely helpful and helped me find what I needed. Fantastic service. Thank you

From the owner: We are now 157 years old! Gough & Davy was established as a…read morePiano retailer in 1860 and soon became a market leader in providing the latest musical instruments and music at the time. The business flourished all through the Victorian era and on into the 20th. century. During the next hundred years the name Gough & Davy became synonymous with music lovers, not only in Hull but the whole country. In 2007 The company was relocated in new premises 'Under the City Hall' and is now owned and managed by Hull's own Alan Kilvington who first joined 'Goughs' as a sales assistant in 1995. Al 'Kilvo' is an Americana piano player from Hull, Yorkshire England who plays with a style and verve described as that of the Killer - Jerry Lee Lewis - himself. In 2013 was invited to record with Hull's Johnny Pat in Sun Studios in Memphis TN with Kenny Lovelace and Robert Hall of Jerry Lee's band. Alan has recently teamed up with David Barton to produce the Two Pianos Show, selling out in UK theatres.

I used this store when trying to buy a piano for my Mum. We couldn't go and see it as she is not…read moreable. The help I was given by a person from Mail Order was immense. They helped me every step of the way - never got tired of answering my questions - even did a CD for me of 2 different pianos! They were exceptional. We got the piano. Delivery was very efficient as well.

From the owner: Dawsons Music store in Warrington has been a centre serving the needs of local musicians for…read moredecades. It has an onsite music school, teaching guitar, bass, piano and drums, and the site itself is a Rockschool Examination centre! A range of over 150 guitars and basses provides options for every player at every level. And Dawsons are one of the country's leading Gibson and Epiphone dealers. Lovers of guitar amps can choose from Blackstar amps among a wide range of other brands. And, if all you need is a set of strings, you will find an accessory wall loaded with a massive range of D'Addario strings, along with other major lines. However, it isn't all 'rock 'n' roll'. As a stockist of Kawai, Dawsons have Yamaha Clavinovas, acoustic pianos and a range of synthesisers too. A very well stocked music technology department caters to the needs of producers, engineers and electronic musicians, whilst onsite repairers are on hand to fix brass, woodwind and guitars.

Essentially, if you're looking for a quality acoustic guitar in Leeds, you go to Northern…read moreAcoustics. Newly housed in the glorious Corn Exchange, this beautiful little shop boasts a veritable bounty of lovely guitars, with an owner who not only has a wealth of knowledge, but an incredibly relaxed and warm attitude about him. In this shop you can feel at ease browsing, chatting, testing and more without feeling the pressure of a salesman. Back in the old location I ended up testing out over four guitars before picking one, and not once did I feel hassled to get on with it. In fact, it was so relaxed I could have happily left it for a few days to mull over without feeling like he'd pressure me to purchase! I have often found in other shops the priority of making a sale, and any old sale at that, takes over and so usually I end up leaving a little irritated. Not the case here. Whether you're looking to start out, move on or branch out with a new guitar you must consider this place first. With some fantastic brands, a wonderful knowledgeable chap at the helm and even Primos downstairs for a coffee (should you need to mull over your decision!) it's an asset to the Leeds music scene.

From the owner: Quality Acoustics Guitars from Martin, Sigma, Faith and Freshman as well as K&K Pure mini Pick-up's…read more, Uke's ,Strings ,straps and a whole lot more .