Hey folks, so we know that in Glasgow there are hundreds of bands and artists etc. I thought that it would be a good idea to talk about some of the main music shops that we have here in Glasgow, that supply us with all our instruments, gear and accessories. It's always fun looking about music shops in Glasgow, you never know what you might end up taking home with you! So here are some of the music shops that I think are worth mentioning:
Guitar guitar Glasgow. Does what it says on the tin. Located at Tron Gate, they have anything and everything guitar related in the store. It is also Glasgows largest music shop and you can spend ages just looking around. Two floors of acoustic, electric and bass guitars, amps, effects pedals and tuition books. What more can you ask for? The only thing you need to watch out for though is price. They do overcharge quite a bit on most of their stock so you have been warned! Also recently opened right beside it is GG Digital, Guitar guitar's sister store serving the more electronically minded musician. Check it out.
Merchant City Music is one of my favourite music shops in Glasgow. Just round the corner from Guitar Guitar this wee jem jumps out at you. Small shop but consise. It has a good selection of stock, friendly staff and really good prices. Go have a look about, it's such a cosy shop. Having bought guitars there in the past I would recommend you look there. The manager is nice and often gives in to price bartering. ;)
Rhythm Base is one of Scotlands best drum shops. Located by the River Clyde just before you cross into town, this store has everything a drummer needs. I am always in with the drummer from my band and he is one of their best customers! I know the staff quite well and they are really reasonable with their prices and always have a laugh with you. So worth a visit for any drummer. They also have loads of electric drumkits set up so you can sit and play drums for a bit when you're in. :)
Biggars Music was first established in 1867. It has always been one of Glasgow's favourite and longest established piano, instrument and sheet music store. Located on the famous Sauciehall Street this shop has an old fashioned but welcoming feel. It has been done up in recent times and now has a cafe which has increased the popularity of the shop. My favourite part of the shop is the bit with loads of piano's. It's really good because you can try out really expensive grand piano's if you ask nicely! I would recommend this shop for the traditionalist music lover.
Mccormacks Music. R.I.P. It is the end of an era. Mccormacks music first opened in Glasgow in 1940 selling guitars and sheet music. It is a special shop to me as I got my first guitar there. I was sad to here that it was shutting down. Even though it no longer serves us, I thought it was appropriate to pay tribute to one of Glasgow's most iconic music stores.
Although Missing isn't an instrument shop it is still worth a mention. It sells second hand CD's, DVD's and games. You never know what weird music you're gonna find when you walk in. Maybe there's an album you've always wanted but never go round to buying? They'll have it. It's really cheap and they also give you money for trading in old CD's etc. Missing has helped me out a few times when i've been mega skint so I can't complain!
So there we have it. Some of the best music shops in Glasgow. All of them are worth a visit so next time you're in town wandering about, check in and make your mark on Glasgow's music scene. Over and out.
Whilst you're on your travels, look out for this. Nothing better than some spontaneous air guitar!
