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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordering was straightforward, everything was as expected, and I was able to track the package the whole way. Best price I could find for electronic drums and delivered very quickly. I would highly re... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant responses from Rob every time I ask stupid questions! Always friendly and informative and over and above in terms of providing advice, no pretentious flabby opinionated rubbish that you can... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Searched online for a new drum kit. Came across Footes. Compared with other music sites and they were really competitive. Contacted Footes and they (Rob) were really helpful. Drum kit arrived as expec... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great independent name and one well worth supporting with your business. This used to be a regular stop off for me in London when I needed new drum sticks and spares. Recently I was shopping for a f... See more

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  1. Musical Instrument Store

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Now PERMANENTLY CLOSED. Established in 1920 we carry a huge range of drums, percussion and string musical instruments to suit beginners, professionals and everyone in between! In store tuition and practice room, spares, repairs and a full after sales service.


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4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

596 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordering was straightforward

Ordering was straightforward, everything was as expected, and I was able to track the package the whole way.
Best price I could find for electronic drums and delivered very quickly. I would highly recommend.

December 28, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My favourite shop

My favourite shop, Footesmusic has proven to be the most reliable and most helpful drum shop / music shop I have ever known.
From strings and reeds to cables and pedals, they have a comprehensive range of accessories.

July 5, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My favourite shop

My favourite shop, Footesmusic has proven to be the most reliable and most helpful drum shop / music shop I have ever known.
Communication and product ordered were well received and on time. Great price.

April 22, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This store is a one-stop shop for all…

This store is a one-stop shop for all your musical needs. From strings and reeds to cables and pedals, they have a comprehensive range of accessories. The quality of the products and the store's commitment to customer satisfaction have earned my trust and loyalty.

July 14, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was thoroughly impressed with the…

I was thoroughly impressed with the quality and playability of the violins I found at this store. From beginner to professional level, they offer a diverse range of options that cater to different skill levels and budgets.

May 14, 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor customer service

After waiting for an order, since January and being constantly strung along, I received this today from Footes.

‘We have been trying to negotiate the release of your splash cymbal, unfortunately, we cannot get it sent from the distributor (Headstock) unless we settle our entire bill with them, on their insistence ... which is too big to pay anytime soon!
Although, we are in credit with them, many companies are getting nervous about recouping their money owed, during these trying times.’

So I will not use them again as I have no trust in them as it would seem this has likely been the issue for a while now, and yet the repeated correspondence has always been it’s stuck in transit because of international freight issues. Clearly that’s not quite the case, and is certainly not the whole story.

At least I was refunded in full.

July 4, 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ideal supplier

Chose them because of price and reputation

The delivery was exactly as promised so I can’t fault them and I’ll be using them again

January 3, 2022
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I placed my order

I placed my order. You took my money. 2 weeks later you told it would not be available until January. Unreliable, shabby customer service.

December 10, 2021
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly staff, brilliant advice

Friendly staff, extremely helpful. I was looking for advice about buying a snare drum and cymbals, and was able easily to book a practice session in which I could try out different materials and have a conversation about which would work best. The advice provided was extremely useful, and I am very happy with the decision I made for my purchase.

December 2, 2021
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love Footes

Love Footes. Always have. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Great range of products and friendly advice. Plus a pedigree in the business second to none.

November 29, 2021
Unprompted review

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