Sound Control

Sound Control is the biggest music retailer in Bristol. The staff are really friendly and knowledgeable, and as the number of them is in the double figures, there is always someone on hand to help.
In some ways it is more of a venue than a store as ‘bouncers’ man the door and they often have live bands entertaining potential buyers. Saturday morning can be a bit of a sensory overload with a handful of wannabes showcasing their ‘talents’ at the same time.
It is all new stock — more contemporary than classical — and they have a great range of musical instruments (guitars, drums, pianos /​keyboards, PAs and studio equipment). Chances are they will have what you are looking for in at least 4 different colours… and if they don’t, they will order in for you. If you land up spending more than £200 you can often wangle a bit of a deal.