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We are proud to provide the largest stock of recorders in the UK; from Garkleins to Sub Sub Great Basses and everything in between!
Zen-on G1A Bressan alto a=442. This new Bressan plastic recorder has been designed by recorder makers Shigeharu Hirao and Hiroyuki Takeyama. Made f...
View full detailsThe eagerly awaited Zen-On plastic at baroque pitch (a=415) is now available! This alto recorder is designed after originals by Bressan by Japanese...
View full detailsThe Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable, mai...
View full detailsYRS302BII This soprano recorder is easy to play and ideal for beginners. It comes in a beige case, with a cleaning rod, fingering chart and joint g...
View full detailsMade from high-quality ABS-plastic which is hygienic to clean it is an ideal first recorder for teaching in groups or classes. The large finger hol...
View full detailsMollenhauer 4119. Adri's Dream recorder soprano (descant) c'', pearwood, renaissance (wide) bore, baroque fingering, double holes. Made from pearwo...
View full detailsYRS312B This soprano recorder is easy to play and ideal for beginners. It comes in a green case, with a cleaning rod, fingering chart and joint gre...
View full detailsYamaha YRA-402B Alto Recorder This recorder is cast from plant-based “Ecodear” plastic, which produces a mellow, centered tone that is similar to t...
View full detailsThe Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable, mai...
View full detailsThe new Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable,...
View full detailsOver the years Moeck have been perfecting their student Flauto Rondo range, and the result is reliable, balanced recorders that are easy and enjoya...
View full detailsThe new Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable...
View full detailsThe Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable, mai...
View full detailsMollenhauer 5206 Denner alto f', pearwood. In 2002, three years after the death of perhaps one of the greatest recorder makers Fred Morgan, Mollenh...
View full detailsThis 1023 Flauto 1 Plus soprano recorder by Moeck is made of a special synthetic material and maple. Children instruments are often exposed to part...
View full detailsImmensely popular range of recorders originally designed by Friederich von Huene after models by Belgian maker Jean-Hyacinth-Joseph Rottenburgh (1...
View full detailsA Canta soprano (descant) recorder by German manufacturer Mollenhauer. Made from pearwood, this recorder has a warm, clear and mellow tone. It resp...
View full detailsThe Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable, mai...
View full detailsThe Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable, mai...
View full detailsThis tenor recorder is easy to play and ideal for beginners. It comes in a beige case, with a cleaning rod, fingering chart and joint grease. This ...
View full detailsYamaha 402B "Ecodear" Soprano Recorder This recorder is cast from plant-based “Ecodear” plastic, which produces a mellow, centered tone that is si...
View full detailsThe ever-popular 205A 'Robin' series soprano plastic recorder by Aulos. One of the most used and loved beginner instruments in schools. Aulos are o...
View full detailsThe Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable, mai...
View full detailsMollenhauer 5107 Denner soprano c'', pearwood. A sophisticated ensemble set developed after original instruments of Jacob Denner (1681-1735) based ...
View full detailsThe new Triebert plastic recorder range are top quality instruments which deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable,...
View full detailsWe have created harp, lute and viol bundles to get you playing straight away. These bundles include everything needed to get started: the instrument, a case, a tuner, a tutor book and other essential accessories.
The perfect gift for any music lover!
This popular, affordable student lute from the Early Music Shop is made after original lutes by Hieber. It is an ideal instrument for a beginner...
View full detailsOur 22-string Heather Harp is an inexpensive, but substantially built Celtic lever harp. This harp is an ideal starter instrument for those wanting...
View full detailsIntroducing the Heritage 7 course Renaissance Lute after Hieber by the Early Music Shop. This student instrument is an affordable, good-quality re...
View full detailsOur 29-string Minstrel Harp is a substantially built, Celtic lever harp. It is an ideal beginner instrument for people wanting to see how they get ...
View full detailsOur 19-string Pixie Harp is an inexpensive, small Celtic lever harp. It is an ideal starter instrument for those wanting to see how they get on wit...
View full detailsOur student 6 course lute is designed after an original by Hieber. It is an affordable, good-quality renaissance lute perfect for beginners. A 6 co...
View full detailsThis new range of lute kits available from the Early Music Shop is based on the ever popular Hieber lutes and designed by our own dedicated team of...
View full detailsThis new range of lute kits available from the Early Music Shop is based on the ever popular Hieber lutes and designed by our own dedicated ...
View full detailsThis new range of lute kits available from the Early Music Shop is based on the ever popular Hieber lutes and designed by our own dedicated ...
View full detailsThe master 7 string Bass Viol after Nicholas Bertrand (1704). This viol is modelled after a French bass viol by Bertrand and is particularly suitab...
View full detailsLu Mi Treble viol after Henry Jaye 1620 (string length 366mm). This treble viol after Henry Jaye is made from very high quality wood and combines e...
View full detailsOur 36-string Meghan Harp is a substantially built, Celtic lever harp. It is an ideal student instrument for people wanting to see how they get on...
View full detailsJ. Wood Signature 8 Course Renaissance Lute after Hieber with semi-rigid gig case. Our exclusive range of 7- and 8-course signature lutes are d...
View full detailsLu Mi Tenor viol after Henry Jaye ca1620 (string length 560mm) made to the highest possible standards. This tenor viol after Henry Jaye is made fro...
View full detailsThis popular, affordable student lute from the Early Music Shop is made after original lutes by Hieber. It is an ideal instrument for a beginner...
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We've put together a selection of grants, trusts and loans that can help fund your/your child's new instrument(s)!
Can't make it to Saltaire, Snape or one of our pop-up shops? Why not try a few instruments from the comfort of your own home!
Our stores in Salts Mill and Snape Maltings are open 7 days a week and are staffed by Early Music experts. We're always on hand to answer any questions, offer advice and make recommendations to help you find the perfect instrument!