Happy New Year!

 

Let's bring it on!

Phew, what a year!

December 2020 saw Jupiter and Saturn cross each other's paths to create a phenomenon known as the Great Conjunction. People around the world broke out the binoculars to witness this event, and the predictions of a change in our fortunes flowed in. Whether you're an astronomer, an astrologer, a skeptic or just plain curious, it's hard to deny that the energy around here has been a little more positive lately - after a year that the entire world would like to forget, we are all in a hurry to move on into something great!

2020 has been a year unlike any other, with a lot of scary, challenging and uncertain times. Yet through all this, there were a lot of positives. People had more time with their families. People had time to sit and think about what was really important in their lives. And a lot of people (a lot!), took this opportunity to start something they'd always wanted to do: learn a musical instrument.

Music has always been a source of comfort, expression, distraction, excitement and fun to a lot of people, and it seemed natural that during this turbulent year, many people sought refuge in it's comforting vibes. And we were there the whole time, to guide and support people with all their musical needs. From the start of the year, our team, our range, and our family of customers just kept growing, and growing, and growing! We have been so excited to see so many people begin and progress on their musical journey.

From professional musicians, to production crew, to schools, churches, businesses, work-from-home set ups, home recording artists, kids looking for their first instrument, big kids looking for their first instrument - we are here, equipped and ready to assist, with our ever-expanding range and our professional, friendly team of experts.

Not to mention our biggest news of the year: in 2020, Marian hung up the Music Spot boots after 27 successful years, and handed the reigns over to our new owners, Hamish & Danni. With a wealth of knowledge and experience under their belts, our new directorship is leading us into 2021 with a fresh, enthusiastic attitude and a slew of exciting new stock!

And so as we close out the year, we would like to say thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you for trusting us to assist you with your musical needs. Thank you for the opportunity to support you in the future as you build your musical dream. And thank you for the amazing year that we have just had together.

Now let's go get those Roaring Twenties started!

 

Onward!

4 More Sleeps!

 - but don't worry, we have all your last-minute Christmas needs covered!

Yamaha CS40 3/4 Size Classical Guitar

Our most popular first Guitar, if you've got someone in your family who has always wanted to learn, then this is the perfect gift!

The CS40 is designed specifically for young learners with a scale and compact body that offer excellent playing comfort. That combined with excellent playability and superior tone, make it an instrument that will keep practice inspirational and exciting.

Yamaha Keyboards

If keys are more what your family needs this Christmas, then Yamaha has two options that are sure to make someone's dreams come true: the NP12 Portable Keyboard and the PSRE273 Keyboard with Bonus Headphones.

The Piaggero NP Series features a simple, practical design with only a few buttons; with a choice of 61 or 76 keys. With its compact size, it will surely amaze you and the high-quality voices , captivating and rich tones sampled from a Yamaha concert grand piano to sweet electric piano and other great-sounding voices that are fun to play. 

As much an educational learning tool as it is a musical instrument, the PSR-E273 combines Yamaha quality Voices and Styles with sophisticated practical learning functions that inspire beginner players to realize their potential and develop enthusiasm for learning and playing music. The various fun and educational features of the PSR-E273 ensure speedy progress, making the whole learning experience—even practicing—so much fun your children will never tire of playing, even on their own. It just makes sense.

Yamaha Digital Drums & Steinberg Recording Pack

Make practice perfect with Yamaha's DTX452K. Loaded with 287 drum and percussion voices, 128 keyboard voices and 10 inbuilt training functions, the DTX452K features a choke-able crash cymbal, upgraded acoustic bass drum pedal and a 3-zone snare drum pad that combine for true acoustic expression. Download the free DTX402 Touch app to personalise every aspect of your kit or practice, record and share your drumming with the free Rec'N.'Share app.

The UR22C is a USB 3.0 audio interface with USB-C connection featuring two studio-grade D-PRE microphone preamps, two balanced line outputs and MIDI connectivity. Capable of 32-bit/192 kHz audio resolution and hardware-based, latency-free monitoring with DSP-powered effects. Cross-platform compatibility for Windows, Mac and iOS devices. Includes Steinberg's Cubase AI DAW software and Cubasis LE iPad app.

Tanglewood Blackbird Acoustic Guitars

Indulge in Tanglewood’s latest offering with the new Blackbird Range.

Featuring all Mahogany bodies in a variety of sizes including orchestra, super folk and sloped shoulder dreadnought. Like the Crossroads range, these models standout with their unique finish: smokestack black satin.

Tanglewood Java Acoustic Guitars

A lot of guitars can look very similar from the front. The real test for an instruments cosmetic is when you turn them round and look at the back.

Inspired by Italian marquetry techniques, the Java guitars have an Amara Ebony back and sides with a contrasting strip of Spalted Mango timber defining the back of the instrument and making the Java series really stand out from the crowd.

Models come in Parlour, Dreadnought, Super Folk, Acoustic Bass and 12 String, fitted with Fishman Presys EQ systems and Solid Canadian Cedar tops.

Tanglewood Roadster II

Inspired by nature & the raw beauty of classic timber, Roadster II instruments make a truly organic & understated natural statement.

Tanglewood have long pioneered the practice of sustainable forestry in the pursuit of their art and for this latest Roadster series they match finely graded Canadian Red Cedar tops with traditional Indonesian mahogany back and sides to produce tonally rich instruments that sound instantly wonderful tuned up right out of the box.

Tanglewood Sundance Performance Pro

Tanglewood’s sundance performance pro series is the culmination of decades of guitar building expertise and research. Swedish master luthier Michael Sanden has designed tanglewood’s new flagship models, boasting all solid wood combinations and sumptuous features on some of the most popular and iconic acoustic body shapes in guitar history.

And on a more personal note...

We would like to thank all our valued customers, team members, suppliers and the entire #MusicSpotFamily for supporting us through this very turbulent year. 

Thank you for supporting a family owned small business and we hope every one of you has a wonderful Christmas and we look forward to seeing you all in the New Year!

Come down and see us today!

Just a reminder that we are open 9am to 5pm every day till Christmas, then closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. 

All Your Music Needs for the New School Year

Brass & Woodwind

We have all the Brass and Woodwind instruments you need for the new school year, from the experts in student music: Jupiter and Yamaha. Whether your youngster is learning Flute, Trumpet, Clarinet, Saxophone or even Trombone, we have quality options at affordable prices - and you can even rent your instrument to make sure it's the right fit, and return it no questions asked if it's not!

Majestic School Percussion Kits

If you've got a Drummer in the making in your family, Majestic has you covered with these convenient and affordable Percussion Kits. Containing a quality 32-note Glockenspiel with a stand, tunable practice pad, sticks and a snare, all in a sturdy backpack case for easy transport. Everything you need!

Orchestral Instruments

Violins, Violas, Cellos, and Double Basses - the heart and soul of the Orchestra. We stock student stringed instruments from Enrico and Gliga, in all standard sizes, to ensure that you get exactly what you need. All our student instruments come professionally set up and in a case with a bow, so you are ready to start playing!

Accessories & Books

And whatever your child is playing, you will need accessories. We have all the care and maintenance products you need for every Brass, Woodwind and Stringed instrument in the school band and orchestra, as well as all the books that are required by local schools. And if you are not sure what you need, come in and have a chat with our friendly staff and they can point you in the right direction.

Remember we are open 7 days a week till Christmas!

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Winterleaf Acoustics with FREE Case

Winterleaf is an exciting new series from the Tanglewood design team. Created to meet the demands of the modern player, every Winterleaf guitar offers outstanding value with the highest standards of build quality and component features as standard.

A closer look at the various model specifications will find some outstanding brands like B-Band Electronics, Grover machine heads and Tusq graphite saddles all partnering with the Winterleaf project concept team to deliver excellence throughout every price point and model.

Check out our TW2E Orchestra, TW9 Folk and TW10 Dreadnought models that come with a FREE hard case!

Tanglewood Crossroads

The Crossroads series pays homage to the style & sound of classic instruments from 1930’s America. Tanglewood set out to create an instrument that evokes these traditional values, and commissioned the services of a very special luthier, Michael Sanden, the man behind Tanglewood Masterdesign. 

Michael starts with the tree, selecting timbers that will sound good together, making the soundboards a precise measurement so they will flex and respond to the players attack, and then he braces the instrument with his own patterns to make each instrument have its own personality.

It’s not just the special bracing, or the woods that are selected, or the construction method even. All these are vital components for any guitar, but on Crossroads Michael wanted to create something special.

He wanted to make a guitar that could have the sound that any musician, professional or amateur, could appreciate. He wanted to make the guitar look authentic to the 1930’s era, adding a wonderful dark tobacco burst stain to the timbers to make the Crossroads guitars look historic and simply elegant. And he demanded that the neck profiles and bridge contouring and fret inlaying should be implemented without regard to the price of manufacturing, to proudly reflect the Tanglewood ethos of outstanding value and performance.

Tanglewood Luna Safari

The Luna Safari range of 3/4 size traveller guitars take you on an enchanted journey with their striking designs. Light on your back and easy on your wallet, these compact guitars deliver full size tone and tonal voice that belie their small size. Beautifully handcrafted from select spruce and mahogany, the Safari range boasts quality construction to match its sound and stunning design. Whether looking for a guitar for impromptu gigs, younger players as a student guitar or songwriting on the go, the Luna Safari Series are perfect for a variety of players and needs. Padded gig bag included.

Tanglewood Tiare Ukuleles

The all new Tanglewood Tiare range takes inspiration from the lush, rare forests of the South Pacific. A huge new range involving a variety of beautiful timbers, there is a ukulele to suit everyone! Our biggest design feature is the Tiare arched backs, for a truely authentic ukulele. The range covers a multitude of deluxe timbers including Flame Mahogany, Black Walnut, Spruce, Koa, Spalt Maple, Cedar, Figured Ovangkol & Figured Pacific Walnut, to name a few. Other features include Supernylgut Aquila strings, laser etched & abalone rosettes and premium gloss & satin finishes.

Tanglewood Resonators & Mandolins

After researching the Folk instrument market further, Tanglewood noticed that there was a need for affordable niche products to allow the budding George Formby to hit the instrument ladder and serenade their window cleaner or the next Eric Clapton to pick up a resonator and get playing.

With that in mind Tanglewood designed the Union Series Mandolin and Resonator, offering great specification at affordable prices.

Don't forget we are now open 7 days a week till Christmas, so come down and see us soon!