Piano
Wanted second hand upright piano. Staff were very helpful and friendly and we made purchase. Prompt delivery.
Would highly recommend 👌
28 February 2025
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Company details
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Founded in 1864, Hickies Music Shop is a treasured institution located in Reading, on Friar Street, UK. Our website, brimming with musical offerings, showcases a legacy of more than 150 years of unmatched service and top-quality musical merchandise. As one of the oldest music shops in the UK, Hickies caters to musicians of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals. Our diverse collection includes a range of instruments such as acoustic pianos, guitars, and woodwind instruments, as well as a variety of orchestral gear. Also, music enthusiasts can find a trove of accessories, music books, parts & maintenance products, and pre-owned instruments, ensuring something for every budget and preference. Hickies offers unique services such as Instrument Rentals, allowing music lovers in Berkshire, Oxfordshire, and Southern UK to try their hand at various instruments without heavy initial investment. Our Setups & Repairs service, operating since our inception, mends, services, and custom modifies instruments, ensuring they remain in pristine condition. Concert & Event Hire service adds a touch of elegance to any event with its exceptional acoustic and electric pianos and versatile small P.A systems. Lastly, our Piano Removals service guarantees smooth, professional, and insured transportation of all types of pianos. Staying on top of industry trends, we provide insightful articles comparing sound generating systems of leading brands like Yamaha and Roland and exploring new series like Yamaha's Clavinova 700. Our website is the gateway to experiencing the charm of Hickies Music Store. We invite you to browse through, connect with our friendly team, and discover your dream instrument today. Our commitment to delivering quality, variety, and service, whether in-store or online, makes Hickies a premier destination for all your musical needs. Remember, we are just an email or a phone call away, ready to assist you in your musical journey. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter, and join our community of music enthusiasts. Hickies Music Shop – delivering melody, harmony, and rhythm since 1864.
Contact info
153 Friar Street, RG1 1HE, Reading, United Kingdom
- 0118 957 5771
- [email protected]
- hickies.co.uk
Cannot recommend Hickies’ Reading store highly enough!!
Went into Hickies Reading to buy an amp and left with two amps, a drum kit and a wahwah pedal. Sam gave us some brilliant service and advice, letting us test different amps and guitars. This is a proper music shop - they really know what they’re talking about - and a great place to learn about instruments and buy from. A fantastic experience!
15 December 2023
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Reply from Hickies Music Shop
Hi, Thank you so much for the review, we really appreciate it. I will let Sam know. Kind regards from us all at Hickies
Exceptional Service
Engaged Hickies, Tiverton to move our baby grand piano from Basingstoke to Yelverton in Devon. Absolute sterling service from start to finish. Took all the worry away and dealt with every aspect of the move with authority and professionalism. Simply cannot fault them. Oh and by the way, the price paid for the move was extremely competitive. Look no further in my opinion.
5 August 2022
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Reply from Hickies Music Shop
Hi John,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled that your piano move went so smoothly. Our Tiverton team are delighted to hear your praise.
It's great to know our services were good value for you as we are always aiming to give top quality without a hefty price tag.
Thanks again for choosing Hickies and taking the time to share your experience. It means a great deal to us!
Best wishes,
William
Great experience, good advice and nice to try out the instruments
I went into the Reading store to get my daughter a Ukulele. It is a new instrument to her so nice to get some advice from the helpful assistant and also for her to try out the feel and hear the tones of the various options available.
It is a great shop with a good selection of instruments, books and accessories. So glad we did this rather than just buying something online. My daughter really enjoyed the experience and music shops are becoming rare so nice to support a shop like this.
4 April 2022
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Reply from Hickies Music Shop
Hi James,
Thank you so much for your review, we're all really chuffed that you and your daughter had a good experience at our Reading store. It's always fantastic to hear when our advice hits the mark and helps someone find the right instrument.
It's great to hear that you appreciated our selection and the overall atmosphere in the shop. Supporting both new and experience musicians is what we're all about at Hickies so it’s great we managed to help.
Thanks again for choosing Hickies and do contact if you need anything else!
All the best,
William
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