Fair Deal Music Reviews 

6,508
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Review summary

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Looking at 728 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff for providing honest advice and making purchases completely stress-free. People are also thrilled with the extensive range of musical instruments available at fantastic prices and delivered promptly. Some reviewers were not happy with courier delivery services, mentioning occasional logistical delays or careless handling by drivers. A few consumers also pointed out minor drawbacks such as missing basic accessories or less than ideal packaging conditions. Others noted that specific items required minor adjustments or differed slightly from expectations due to previous ownership.

What people talk about most

Product

People report positive experiences with product selection and quality. Reviewers frequently mention finding... See more

Staff

Consumers find staff to be positive, highlighting their friendliness, helpfulness, and expert product... See more

Service

Customers had positive experiences with service, highlighting a friendly, reliable, and professional team... See more

Delivery service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with delivery service, highlighting prompt and fast shipping... See more

Price

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of price, consistently reporting great deals and very reasonable costs... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another 10 out of 10 for fantastic service from Jim, Jay and the rest of the crew from Fair Deal Music.Great advice for helping me choose the Blackstar Mini Beam guitar / bass combo. What an in... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They went above and beyond Honestly. Very expensive piece of musical equipment that was sent 48hr service and got stuck somewhere in a UK DHL warehouse without showing any update. I was worrying sick... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a professional musicians and content creator so buying and selling gear is pretty much an everyday thing for me and I have to say, dealing with Fair Deal Music has always been so smooth, frie... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

One of my favourite guitar shops. Friendly, knowledgeable service with a sense of humour, but they will also leave you to browse and play if that's what you prefer. Fair Deal have a great range of ne... See more


Company details

  1. Musical Instrument Store
  2. Guitar Store
  3. Music Store
  4. Piano Store

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Fair Deal Music offer a competitive price on a wide range of Musical Instruments, Professional Audio Equipment and Music Accessories. We offer FREE delivery to UK Mainland and excellent customer service both online and in our Birmingham city centre flagship store.

Why Fair Deal Music?

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High Retail Standards
We do our very best to stay at the top of the musical retail industry and our prices speak for themselves! Fair Deal Music is a music shop that stocks top brands at great prices and provides world class customer support.
Helping Musicians Since 1987
We are very proud to have a long history of great service and our customers can count on our experience.
Expert Music Knowledge
Fair Deal Music is the best place to come to with your questions about products. There is always an expert at hand when you call us!
After-Sales Support
We will continue to be here after you have made your purchase and we will resolve any issues that might arise as quickly as possible.
What you see is what you pay
The prices we advertise have tax included.
Free UK Mainland Delivery
We pack and send every item without additional cost to UK Mainland. Free shipping is not available if you are from overseas, but, in order of saving you as much as possible, we'll price you individually.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

30 days money back guarantee

30 days money back guarantee
Regardless of whether a product is faulty or not, you have 30 days after we deliver it where you can inspect it and cancel the purchase without any reason other than that you no longer want it.

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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First online guitar purchase - full marks

I was seeking a specific style of headless guitar and Fair Deal Music had a good variety, including one that looked suitable at a decent price so I ordered a SQOE. I was very impressed at how quickly it was dispatched and I received it the next day, well packaged (double boxed).Including were a good soft case, toolkit, strap and cable. Full marks for my first online guitar purchase.

September 16, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fair Deal music live up to their name 👍

I was made a fair offer for my trade in item. I tried the item I'd gone to see but it didn't meet my expectations. I was offered various alternatives of which one was very good. The whole process was fast, friendly and problem free.

September 15, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Advice for sax mic stand

Wanting a mic stand for my sax. Phoned up got sound advice - purchased advised stand which came within 48 hours.
Will be going back when I need something that I have knowledge of.

September 14, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleasant staff

Very pleasant staff. Never felt pressured to buy. No problem in being allowed to try the guitars. A wide range of instruments. Good price range.

August 23, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brought my ukulele in to have a strap…

Brought my ukulele in to have a strap button placed and was immediately helped by Smithy who sorted it quickly and safely. He also sorted an issue I was having with one of the frets and I was blown away by his expertise and helpfulness.

I bought a neat looking strap while in store as well. So happy with the service, will definitely come back for any future help I need for my ukulele.

Thanks so much!

September 16, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great place

Very knowledgeable member of staff. Didn't try to sell me the most expensive guitar but tried to find the best for my needs at a sensible price. Very pleased with my purchase!

September 11, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing shop

Amazing shop, great staff and fantastic value. I bought a mic stand with a phone mount included. Very good quality and cost half what it would be elsewhere. And Luke from the team delivered it to my house as he lived locally to me. What a service!

September 11, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another 10 out of 10 for fantastic…

Another 10 out of 10 for fantastic service from
Jim, Jay and the rest of the crew from
Fair Deal Music.Great advice for helping me choose the Blackstar Mini Beam guitar / bass combo.
What an incredible tiny amp with a very big sound plus extra effects via the app also onboard audio interface and backing tracks.
I’m having loads of fun playing guitar through this great tiny amp. Thanks Fair Deal Music
I will return very soon.

September 10, 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good service but don’t fall for the “freebies” offer!

Good service and guitar arrived safe.
Tried to barter for a bit off as another was on sale near price.
Got told “I’ll throw in some goodies” - cheapest lead and cheapest strap available. Shame as I was pleased with the guitar but felt a bit annoyed at the crapness of the “freebies” - they’re that crsp you couldn’t even sell them on on eBay!😂

August 10, 2026
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Reply from Fair Deal Music

Hi Dean,
Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re pleased that you were happy with our service and that your guitar arrived safely, but we’re genuinely sorry the complimentary strap and lead left you feeling disappointed.

The accessories were offered as an additional gesture of goodwill alongside the agreed guitar price, but we completely understand that the phrase “some goodies” created an expectation they did not meet. We should have been clearer about what was being included.

Please contact our Guitar Department on 0121 643 1685 during our normal opening hours and give us the opportunity to discuss this with you. We value your custom and would like your overall experience with Fair Deal Music to feel as positive as the guitar purchase itself.

The Fair Deal Music Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Scarlett was brilliant

Scarlett was brilliant, had a specific guitar sent over from their warehouse , and emailed me photos of it.
Very helpful.

September 8, 2026

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