The Music Bank Knaresborough Reviews 362

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Review summary

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Evaluating 64 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful staff, highlighting their expertise and approachability. Many people appreciate the excellent service, noting the efficiency, fair pricing, and overall positive interactions. The quality of products, including instruments and repairs, is frequently described as outstanding, with consumers often finding great value. However, some customers reported receiving products that were unplayable or had issues that should have been identified during pre-delivery checks, requiring additional work to make them functional. A few other people also felt that certain products were made of light, cheap plastic and mechanism, leading to disappointment.

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Staff

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Service

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Price

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Quality

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great store!!! Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff, a cracking range of new and used gear and at decent prices too... Whether you're buying online or in person, the Music Bank is well worth a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Music Bank in Knaresborough has been fantastic. They were very accommodating when we booked trial lessons for our 7-year-old daughter, and Matilda felt happy and confident from the start. By the... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a hand built acoustic guitar from an up and coming luthier based in Scotland. The guitar needed a pickup system fitting along with various tweaks and overall setup. Paul at TMBK was abso... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience at this local music store. They offer an extensive range of instruments and gear at very reasonable prices. The staff are friendly, approachable, and clearly know their stuff.... See more


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  1. #31 of 49 best companies in Musical instrument shop

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The Music Bank in Knaresborough sells a huge range of musical instruments.


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

362 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great store, great team, decent prices!!!

A great store!!! Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff, a cracking range of new and used gear and at decent prices too... Whether you're buying online or in person, the Music Bank is well worth a look...and definitely well worth paying a visit!!!

23 April 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a great shop

I think the measure of a company is what they do when something goes wrong. I recently had an amp in for repair and wasn't happy with the result. There was an issue to resolve and all the staff I spoke to were very helpful including ringing me back with suggestions to help me find the fault. The next morning the manager rang me back and agreed that the amp was not at fault and gave me a part refund. I am very pleased and I can't recommend this shop highly enough. They are brilliant.

14 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent shop for instruments

Excellent shop for instruments, parts, servicing & even tutoring. I've bought three guitars from them & many accessories. I've had guitars serviced & set up & every time the customer service has been exemplary.

A big range of guitars on sale always.

2 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Left-handed Tanglewood

Ordered a left-handed entry level Tanglewood for my daughter online. The packaging was robust and the multi-point pre-dispatch checklist included, provided additional peace of mind. The guitar itself is excellent, was well priced and the free postage was much appreciated. 10 out of 10 all day long!

7 March 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely pleased with the repair...

I took my Jackson SDX Adrian Smith signature model guitar in for repair.
The neck pickup wasn’t working and I had accidently put a dent in the underside of neck.
I’m extremely pleased with the repair. The neck now plays like new and the pickup sings again.
The repair was completed in good time, and the cost was very reasonable.
I’d highly recommend The Music Bank in Knaresborough for anyone needing any work like this done. I will be trusting them with my guitars in the future.

11 February 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Music Bank in Knaresborough: Welcoming, accommodating, inspiring

The Music Bank in Knaresborough has been fantastic. They were very accommodating when we booked trial lessons for our 7-year-old daughter, and Matilda felt happy and confident from the start. By the end of the trials she knew exactly what she wanted to begin with — piano — and we can’t wait for her to start. It’s the kind of place where you can breathe and hear music the moment you step inside.
Highly recommended!

7 January 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

I traded in my Martin guitar and bought a new Faith guitar through the Music Bank recently Throughout Nathan kept me informed and was very helpful for example about the packing and posting process. It all worked well. So I have a beautiful new guitar and they gave me a fair price for my old one. Very happy customer. No hesitation in recommending The Music Bank. Six stars!

27 January 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from The Music Bank

I was absolutely delighted with the service from the Music Bank. They promptly answered a query I had about a guitar I was interested in on their website. I then bought the guitar and was really pleased with the fast delivery. The guitar was everything they had described it to be, and the price was great too. Will definitely buy from them again.

17 January 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We visited the Music Bank whilst on…

We visited the Music Bank whilst on holiday in Knaresbrough in October they were so knowledgeable and helpful. When deciding on a Xmas present for our son we had to use the music bank as they were excellent, it’s refreshing to see that there are still local music shops around pls support them as the will be gone if people do not use their services.

15 December 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another great experience at my 'local'…

Another great experience at my 'local' store! last week I bought a LAG Sauvage auditorium acoustic gtr. (great value/great service etc)
I was so impressed , I decided I also needed the 'Travel model' !!!
Same great stuff from Nathan & tech guy Paul (all within an hour)
check em out !!!
Bob M.

29 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delivered with care

Haven't opened the packaged guitar yet, but all delivered on time and with care. Guitar is a present for 8 year old son for Christmas.

12 December 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID

Bought this guitar on basis of their description of item Required guitar quickly to honour playing commitments. Arrived quickly. But guitar unplayable. Sharp fret ends, reverse bow neck, incorrect pickup height. Sorted what I could to make playable and used for gigs. would have returned immediately but needed to use item. Guitar has now been left with my guitar guy for full setup and fret dress which will cost me about half what the guitar cost me. First and last experience with this company.

30 November 2025
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Reply from The Music Bank Knaresborough

WARNING SPAM REVIEW ‼️

Firstly
All our guitars receive a 12 point check prior to shipping. We have never had an issue in 6 years

Secondly
We offer a 30 days returns. Why would anyone spend another £140 on a setup? you would just return it for a refund…

Thirdly
Pick up the phone instead of writing complete drivel online

Taking into account that you did none of the above. Tells me this is some sort of competitor trying to smear our success. Good luck with that!!

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