Buyer's guides

What is Purfling on a Violin and Why is Purfling Important?

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What is Purfling on a Violin and Why is Purfling Important?
What is purfling on a violin and probably more importantly, how does purfling affect a violin's quality and strength?

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Choosing Your First Brass Instrument

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Choosing Your First Brass Instrument
We look at the ideal 'first brass instruments' for both younger and adult beginners, covering questions like 'what is a good age to start learning a brass instrument?' and 'what is a good brass instrument to start with?

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What are Perfection Pegs and What Makes Them Special?

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What are Perfection Pegs and What Makes Them Special?
What are Perfection Pegs and why would you want to have them fitted?

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What is the difference between overdamped and underdamped pianos?

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What is the difference between overdamped and underdamped pianos?
A simple explanation about the differences between the types of mechanisms that stop notes ringing on once you taken your fingers off the keys.

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Looking for a gift for a musician?

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Looking for a gift for a musician?
Brittens have a wide selection of music related gifts and accessories ideal for anniversary presents, birthday, celebrations or other any other special occasion.

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