Hobgoblin Music Reviews 1,881

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Review summary

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Considering 128 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the company for its excellent products, highlighting the high quality of the items received. Many people also appreciate the efficient ordering process and the reliable delivery service, noting that their orders arrived promptly and were well-packaged. Reviewers frequently commend the company's service, describing it as helpful and attentive. They often mention the staff's knowledge and willingness to assist, making for a positive overall experience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great shop that is absolutely rammed full of instruments. Mainly catering for acoustic, but there were some instruments I never knew existed! We were there as I had got my husband and son some vou... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Hobgoblin for over 30 years when I needed various things (ie strings, gig bags, instruments) and I always found them reliable, friendly and prompt with delivery and all at reasonable co... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I phoned Hobgoblin prior to purchasing the harp strings and got through straight away to a very helpful and courteous person. Although I only had to replace one broken string, I bought a complete set... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been a Hobgoblin customer for over 40 years - and keep coming back! This small item (a footrest) was ordered online (I usually visit the shop to chat to the knowledgeable & helpful staff) and... See more


Company details

  1. Music Store
  2. Musical Instrument Repair Shop
  3. Musical Instrument Store
  4. Used Musical Instrument Store

Written by the company

Hobgoblin Music has provided musicians with otherwise hard to find acoustic, folk and traditional musical instrument for 50 years. We have nine shops across the UK, and customers can also buy online from our website. We pride ourselves on our wide knowledge and excellent customer service. All your queries will be handled by a human being, and our 40 sales staff are all experienced musicians, with an unrivalled combined expertise on all kinds of musical instruments and styles. We stock the most widely varied range of instruments and accessories available on the high street, from guitars and amps to folk and traditional instruments from all over the world. We stock new and secondhand musical instruments. If you have a used musical instrument to sell, contact us to find out how we can help - we often buy used instruments for cash, or we can sell it on your behalf. You can find our UK music shops in London, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Canterbury, Bristol, Southampton and Brighton.


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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb

Incredibly resourceful and responsive and unique instruments - very happy on all fronts

March 19, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful experience

Wonderful experience buying from this company. I was buying a birthday present and had left it very close to the date. From expert advice from the shop floor to the brilliant considerate planning in the warehouse, all items were shipped and arrived on time. I even received a free gift of an essential item that they noticed I'd left out of the order. Great experience all round. Thank you!

February 25, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service minded staff , fast delivery

Service minded staff who answered the call, and retrieved information I requested. Fast delivery and good quality product (Harp book)

February 9, 2026
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Thanks!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

You get what you pay for

The prices were expensive that’s why I chose this one. The old saying’ you get what you pay for’ comes to mind

February 19, 2026
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Reply from Hobgoblin Music

Hi, sorry to hear you weren't happy with the product - please get in touch if you'd like us to help.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I’ve bought numerous instruments…

I’ve bought numerous instruments previously, Auto harp, violin, ukulele plus others. All have been very good quality. Needed a new tipper for my bodhran. At the same time decided to buy a second set of wooden spoons (bought my original set from Canada). The tipper is perfect but the spoons are absolutely useless. Such a shame, they are unplayable. I will put it down to experience.

February 12, 2026
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Reply from Hobgoblin Music

Hi, I'm very sorry to hear you weren't happy with the spoons. We've checked the ones here and they do work, but are not great quality, which is why they are end of line and reduced to 1/3 of their original price. We are getting a new range in soon which should be a lot better. You're welcome to get in touch regarding exchanging or returning the spoons. Please do let us know if we can help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb Carbony A whistle

Superb Carbony A whistle! Hobgoblin were amazingly fast at ensuring I received my order almost the day after I ordered it and just before Christmas. The whistle was very well packaged and superb quality. Thank you for getting it to me so quickly! I would definitely recommend buying from Hobgoblin.

January 12, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very popular and knowledgeable music shop

Great shop that is absolutely rammed full of instruments. Mainly catering for acoustic, but there were some instruments I never knew existed!
We were there as I had got my husband and son some vouchers for Christmas. They each picked a guitar and the guy threw in a leather guitar strap too.
Genuinely lovely staff who don't mind you trying out the instruments. There is no hard sell, no rush and they certainly know their stuff.
I'm really glad this space exists and you can tell how good it is by just how many people were coming and going.
Definitely recommend!

January 3, 2026
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