Instruments & Accessories Recommendations
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Spotlight on Azumi Flutes: Bridging the Gap Between Student and Professional
8th Jun 2026
Azumi Flutes were founded in the autumn of 2002 in Azumino, Japan, as an off-shoot of the premium brand Altus Flutes. Created by renowned master flute maker Shuichi Tanaka, the brand was designed to bridge the gap between student and professional models by offering high-quality, handcrafted flutes at an accessible price point
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A Legendary Choice: The 70-Year Reign of the Buffet R13
29th May 2026
Known as the legendary choice for professionals since its inception in 1955, the R13 clarinet is the oldest model in Buffet Crampon’s catalogue and is still their biggest selling professional clarinet worldwide. Its revolutionary design is that which all modern clarinets are measured against.
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Buffet Crampon B flat Clarinet - R13
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Small but Mighty - A Guide to Clarinet Mouthpieces
13th Apr 2026
Clarinet players of all levels will, at some point, go through the process of choosing a new mouthpiece. A clarinet mouthpiece might appear to be a small and simple part of the clarinet, but in fact has a huge impact on the tone and responsiveness of your instrument. In this guide, we take a look at the difference the right mouthpiece can make to your playing.
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Jakob Winter Cases: Where Tradition meets Innovation
1st Apr 2026
Jakob Winter is a renowned German manufacturer of musical instrument cases with a history dating back to 1886. Originally focusing on the production of traditional handmade wooden cases, the company has expanded its range over the years to produce instrument cases which include modern and environmentally friendly materials.
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Faith Legacy: The New Satin Sunburst
23rd Jan 2026
The new Faith Legacy Earth Satin FG4HCE is an OM‑sized, all‑solid electro‑acoustic that pairs a torrefied Sitka Spruce top with African Mahogany for that warm, responsive, stage‑ready instrument.
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Faith: Acoustic Guitar - Legacy Earth Satin
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Höfner: Tomorrow Never Knows
18th Dec 2025
Höfner bass guitars precariously sit at a crossroads into late 2025; still iconic and in demand, but with the company now in German insolvency proceedings that cast a real and serious doubt on its future ownership and structure.
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String Theory: D'Addario XS Electric Guitar Strings
11th Sep 2025
In the world of electric guitar, strings can be the "un-twanged" heroes, bridging the gap between your fingers and the amp's roar. They can make or break a riff, a solo or an entire gig.
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Blackstar HT Series Amplifiers: The Galactic Heroes of Guitar Tone!
4th Sep 2025
You're a guitarist on a quest for that perfect amplifier, one that roars like a lion but purrs like an adorable kitten when the neighbours start banging on the walls. Enter the Blackstar HT series, the valve-powered wonders from the UK-based amp wizards at Blackstar.
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Polar Go: Calling All Creators
7th Aug 2025
Many creators rely on their mobile devices for recording but are limited by poor-quality internal microphones or bulky, expensive gear. Polar Go solves this by offering a portable, easy-to-use solution that delivers professional audio quality.
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Blackstar: Polar Go - 2-Channel Interface
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Sontronics Solo: The British-built dynamic mic making a serious case for itself
15th Jul 2025
In a crowded market filled with long-established favourites, it's not easy for a new dynamic microphone to stand out. Yet the Sontronics Solo, designed and manufactured in the UK, does exactly that—quietly but confidently.
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Sontronics SOLO Microphone
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Blackstar ID:X 50 & 100
12th Jul 2025
The IDX:50 and IDX:100 amplifiers are Blackstar’s latest high-power digital combos, building on the acclaimed original ID Series amplifiers and designed to deliver exceptional sound and versatility in a compact format and go directly up against the current industry leader in the hottest sector of the market, the Boss Katana.
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Yamaha TAG3C Trans-Acoustic: Adjourn the Analogue Acoustic
19th Jun 2025
Yamaha has been a titan in the guitar world since the 1940s, blending Japanese precision with a knack for innovation that’s made their acoustics a go-to for everyone from campfire strummers to face-melting solo magicians.
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Faith: Eclipse 12-String - An Astral Gem
5th Jun 2025
If you’ve ever dreamed of strumming a guitar that has a “chorus of smooth” while looking sleek enough to look sharp in the spotlight, the Faith Eclipse Neptune 12-String is your ticket to stardom.
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Faith: Neptune - 12-String
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Faith Guitars Legacy: Craftsmanship, Sound & Essence
3rd May 2025
Faith Guitars, designed by renowned British luthier Patrick James Eggle, has carved a niche in the acoustic guitar world with its Legacy range. This series, rooted in Eggle’s historic body shapes combines innovative construction, rich tonal character and professional grade features at a price point that rivals colossal guitar brands.
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Breedlove Solo Pro: A Guitar Spotlight
19th Apr 2025
The Breedlove Solo Pro Edgeburst CE stands as a testament to exceptional guitar design, seamlessly marrying superior craftsmanship with a passionate commitment to sustainability.
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The Legacy of Ernie Ball Guitar Strings
29th Mar 2025
From humble beginnings in a petite California music shop to becoming a global leader in string manufacturing, Ernie Ball’s story is one of entrepreneurial grit, musical passions and a relentless pursuit of tone. Today, the company offers an expansive range of products tailored to guitarists and bassists of all styles and musical genres.
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Yamaha FG3: A Guitar Spotlight
27th Mar 2025
Tracing its lineage back to the iconic 1966 FG180, the FG3 is a modern homage to Yamaha’s heritage. The Red Label revival isn't just nostalgia, it's a fusion of the classic aesthetic, think semi-gloss finish and open-gear tuners, with cutting-edge advancements like A.R.E. and updated bracing.
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Yamaha FG-3
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The Sound of Spain is Percolating: Manuel Rodriguez Cafe Cortado Guitars... Coming Soon!
13th Mar 2025
Presto Music is again buzzing with excitement over expanding our Manuel Rodriguez classical guitars with the highly anticipated Manuel Rodriguez Cafe Cortado guitars, which are arriving in Leamington Spa soon.
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Leblanc 700 Series Saxophones - A Review
26th Feb 2025
Leblanc, a name with a rich history in the woodwind manufacturing world, recently launched a new range of professional quality saxophones. Formerly under the name of Conn-Selmer, this 700 series ‘Premiere’ range has been re-imagined and now bears the renowned Leblanc name. Here, we take a look at some of the reasons why these new 700 series Leblanc saxophones are a serious competitor and worthy of consideration if you are in the market for a new horn.
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Blackstar TV10A & TV10B: The Tale of Two Tones
20th Feb 2025
Amongst their numerous offerings, the TV10A and TV10B stand out as two distinct yet equally compelling amplifiers, each with its own unique character and tonal seasoning.
