Bridgewood & Neitzert Reviews 358

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers are particularly pleased with the promptness and efficiency of the delivery service. Consumers appreciate the speed at which their orders arrive, often highlighting next-day delivery and secure packaging. People also value the company's attention to detail and the ease of using the online service. The quality of the products and the overall service receive high praise from reviewers. Customers mention the excellent choice of products, noting that items often match their descriptions accurately. Reviewers are happy with the helpfulness of the staff and the quick response to their needs, especially in emergency situations. Overall, individuals express satisfaction with their purchases and intend to use the services again.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great choice of strings for bass gamba, strongly recommended. But parcel was lacking my phone number, despite it was on invoice. The delivery with customs clearance into EU took extra week because of... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Helpful conversation on the phone about a bow I then went on to buy. Arrived very promptly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bridgewood & Neitzert have set me up with two beautiful Baroque cellos over the last five years. The latest old instrument they have returned from its modern set-up giving me exactly what I’d hoped fo... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After a long search, I finally found a replacement strap for my BAM viola case at Bridgewood and Neitzert. The price was very reasonable, and my order arrived in neat, secure packaging. Couldn't be ha... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I needed strings for a non-standard hurdy gurdy and Bridgewood & Neitzert had a range of string sizes which solved almost all my problems. The prices were very reasonable and the strings arrived the n... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bridgewood and Neitzert have the best stock of cello strings, and their website makes it super simple to order. Next day delivery - fantastic service!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From England to Italy: customs fees + delays at clearance, so be patient! Ordered 24/07/2025, arrived 12/08/2025—honestly, that’s fast!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Many thanks to the team at Bridgewood & Neitzert for their excellent service on the purchase of my new (very old) violin. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful during my visit and I had the opportun... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We bought our DD 1/2 bow from Bridgewood & Neitzert, the delivery is fast and the packaging is flawless. My daughter is very happy with the bow, it is sounds amazing

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A beautifully hand made chin rest arrived within 1 working day! Swift and reliable. Product fits description.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt delivery in a secure package. Great value for a quality product. Will be using the services again. Recommended.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This gel rest is amazing. So comfortable and makes violin playing feel easier. I will recommend to my fellow violinists!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A single string, but it arrived quickly and securely packaged, with a full receipt.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and responsive service. Items mailed out the same day. Phone call received to check details. First class. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Strings exactly as described, prompt delivery as promised! Thanks

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service: I had an emergency with some strings and B&N were right on it!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super fast service. Got my strings the next day Will come again.


Company details

  1. #30 of 47 best companies in Musical instrument shop
  2. #3 of 5 best companies in Musical instrument manufacturer
  3. #3 of 4 best companies in Musical instrument rental service
  4. #4 of 7 best companies in Musical instrument repair shop
  5. #6 of 8 best companies in Used Musical Instrument Shop
  6. #1 of 1 best companies in Violin shop

About Bridgewood & Neitzert

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Founded in 1982 we are recognised as one of the UK’s leading violin dealers, restorers, and makers offering a complete service to all string players from students to professionals, running a large-scale repair and restoration workshop operating to the most exacting and precise standards.

Whether modern, classical or baroque our expertise and knowledge have served musicians in achieving optimal sound, cared for by gifted craftsmen/musicians.

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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Bridgewood & Neitzert

Dear Mr Jennings, We are most grateful for your excellent 5-star rating and kind words. It is gratifying to know that you found your experience with us to be of the highest standard. As one of London's leading violin dealers, we take immense pride in our work and are delighted that our efforts met your expectations. We look forward to the opportunity of serving you again in the future. Sincerely, The Bridgewood & Neitzert Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Ordered a bow, had to transfer money immediately, got a mail for additional costs concerncing sending and then suddenly there was a "problem" and thex closed the shop. No reply, nothing. No information in advance.

23 December 2025
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Reply from Bridgewood & Neitzert

Dear Andreas,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and for your interest in the cello bow from our shop.

From the outset on 15 December, our shop team responded promptly to your enquiry, explained the situation with EU shipping after Brexit, and made clear that customs fees and local VAT would be determined by the Austrian authorities and not by us. When you asked about costs, we advised that we would need your full address to obtain an accurate shipping quote and estimated that insured shipping would be at least £50, which is why the default £10 website postage could not cover a fully insured courier shipment of a valuable cello bow to Vienna.

Once you placed the order online on 23 December, the team booked the shipment the same day using our shipping consultants and wrote to you immediately to explain the additional £20 required for full, insured carriage, offering both bank transfer and card payment by phone as options. After you paid the extra £20, we then informed you the same afternoon that there had been a problem with the package not being collected and that, because 23 December was our final working day before our Christmas closure, it was unlikely to be collected before we closed and that dispatch would therefore have to take place once we reopened on 2 January.

The failed collection and the timing around the Christmas period were, unfortunately, outside our control, and the shop team did their very best to keep you informed at each step, including setting out potential delays, customs procedures, and holiday closure in advance. It is genuinely sad for us that this experience led you to feel you had to leave a negative review, especially as so many of our customers have positive experiences with our communication and shipping, but we absolutely respect your right to share your perspective and regret that on this occasion we did not meet your expectations.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient system with knowledgeable and…

Efficient system with knowledgeable and helpful staff if needed

13 November 2025
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Reply from Bridgewood & Neitzert

Dear Mr Ramsay,

Thank you so much for your kind review. It’s a real pleasure to hear that you found our system efficient and our staff both knowledgeable and helpful.

We take great pride in offering a high level of service, and your feedback is a wonderful encouragement to our team. As one of London’s leading violin dealers, we’re dedicated to sharing our expertise and providing the best possible experience for our clients.

We truly appreciate your support and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very fast delivery!

21 November 2025
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Reply from Bridgewood & Neitzert

Dear Carlo Asuni,

We are delighted to receive your excellent rating and to learn that you were pleased with the speed of your delivery. Our team endeavours to provide a prompt and efficient service for every customer.

Thank you for choosing Bridgewood & Neitzert. We hope to have the pleasure of assisting you again in the future.

Sincerely,
The Bridgewood & Neitzert Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Efficient service though I had ordered…

Efficient service though I had ordered the Blue metronome but was sent the black/red, the website when ordering had a blue colour. Not enough for me to return.

14 November 2025
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Reply from Bridgewood & Neitzert

Dear Mr Gill, We appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found our service to be efficient. However, we sincerely apologise for the error regarding the colour of the metronome you received. We strive for precision in every order and regret that we did not meet that standard in this instance. Your comment has been noted, and we will review our internal processes to prevent such discrepancies in the future. Thank you again for your custom. We value your business and hope to serve you again soon. Sincerely, The Team at Bridgewood & Neitzert

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding communication!

Outstanding communication!
Thank you to the expert staff who made this such an uplifting experience. They are knowledgeable, efficient, patient and gave great advice. Thank you so much!

14 November 2025
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Reply from Bridgewood & Neitzert

Dear Patricia, Thank you for your outstanding review. We are delighted to hear that our expert staff provided an uplifting experience for you. It is gratifying to know that their knowledge, efficiency, and patience were so well received. We take great pride in offering sound advice to our valued clients, and your words serve as a wonderful testament to our team's dedication. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and look forward to assisting you again in the future. Sincerely, The Bridgewood & Neitzert Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exactly What I Needed

After a long search, I finally found a replacement strap for my BAM viola case at Bridgewood and Neitzert. The price was very reasonable, and my order arrived in neat, secure packaging. Couldn't be happier—awesome service!

29 September 2025

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