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Explore musical instruments and accessories for beginners, students and experienced musicians. Browse guitars, keyboards, electronic drum kits, percussion, guitar amplifiers, effects pedals and traditional string instruments.

Musical Instruments for Learning, Practice and Performance

Discover musical instruments for home practice, music lessons, schools, rehearsals, recording and live performance. Prebeat offers instruments and accessories for complete beginners, developing players and experienced musicians across a variety of musical styles.

The range includes guitars, keyboards, digital pianos, electronic drum kits, percussion instruments, banjos, mandolins and harmonicas. You will also find guitar amplifiers, effects pedals and essential accessories for maintaining, transporting and performing with your instrument.

Choose from established musical instrument brands including Chord, NU-X, Carlsbro, Sevinia and Johnny Brook.

Acoustic, Electric and Classical Guitars

Our guitars range includes instruments for beginners, students, songwriters and performing musicians.

Acoustic guitars are suitable for unplugged practice and performance, while electro-acoustic models include an onboard pickup system for connection to a suitable amplifier, mixer or PA system. Classical guitars use nylon strings, producing a softer tone and lower string tension that many new players find comfortable.

Electric guitars require amplification but provide greater control over tone through the choice of amplifier and effects. Bass guitars cover the lower frequencies within a band and are available in different scale lengths and pickup configurations.

When choosing a guitar, consider:

• Acoustic, electro-acoustic, electric or classical design
• Full-size or reduced-size body
• Neck profile and playing comfort
• Steel or nylon strings
• Pickup and output requirements
• Left-handed or right-handed configuration
• Intended playing style
• Whether a bag or case is included

The most important consideration is finding an instrument that feels comfortable and encourages regular practice.

Banjos, Mandolins and Harmonicas

Traditional and folk musicians can explore our ranges of banjos, mandolins and harmonicas.

Banjos provide the bright, distinctive sound associated with bluegrass, folk and country music. Mandolins use paired strings to produce a clear, projecting tone suited to folk, traditional and acoustic ensembles.

Harmonicas are compact and accessible instruments used across blues, folk, rock and country music. Diatonic harmonicas are produced in specific musical keys, so it is important to check the key required for the songs or other musicians you will be playing with.

Keyboards and Digital Pianos

Our keyboards and pianos range covers instruments for beginners, home musicians, performers and music producers.

Portable keyboards often provide a selection of instrument voices, rhythms and learning functions, making them suitable for younger players and those beginning music lessons. Digital pianos focus more closely on recreating the playing experience and sound of an acoustic piano.

Players seeking a more realistic piano feel should look for full-size weighted or hammer-action keys. Compact keyboards and MIDI controllers may be more suitable where portability, software control or limited space is the priority.

Useful features can include:

• Touch-sensitive or weighted keys
• Built-in speakers
• Headphone connection
• Sustain pedal input
• USB and MIDI connectivity
• Recording functions
• Accompaniment rhythms
• Multiple instrument voices
• Split and layer modes
• Bluetooth connectivity

The available features vary by model, so consider whether the instrument will be used primarily for lessons, home practice, performance or music production.

Electronic Drum Kits

Electronic drum kits provide a practical alternative to acoustic drums for home practice, teaching, recording and performance.

Because the sound is generated electronically, players can practise through headphones and control the overall volume. This makes an electronic kit particularly useful in homes, bedrooms, teaching studios and other environments where the volume of an acoustic kit would be difficult to manage.

Different kits offer varying numbers of pads, cymbals, trigger zones and built-in sounds. Mesh drum heads can provide a more responsive feel and generally produce less physical playing noise than conventional rubber pads.

When comparing electronic drum kits, check whether the drum throne, kick pedal, headphones and amplification are included or need to be purchased separately.

Percussion Instruments

Our percussion range includes instruments for musicians, schools, music groups and educational activities.

Choose from bongos, tambourines, maracas, cabasas, glockenspiels, tongue drums, kalimbas and hand-percussion sets. Percussion instruments are an effective way to introduce rhythm and timing to new musicians, while also providing additional texture within live performances and recordings.

Many percussion instruments are easy to transport and require little preparation, making them suitable for classrooms, workshops, acoustic performances and informal music sessions.

Drum Accessories and Hardware

The drum accessories range includes essential equipment for practice, performance and maintaining a reliable drum setup.

Products can include drumsticks, drum thrones, pedals and other replacement or supporting equipment. When choosing drumsticks, consider the stick size, weight and tip material, as these affect playing feel and tone.

Drum thrones should offer a stable and comfortable playing position, while pedals and hardware must be compatible with the intended acoustic or electronic drum kit.

Guitar Amplifiers

Guitar amplifiers allow electric, electro-acoustic and bass guitars to be heard at the appropriate level while shaping the character of the instrument.

Compact practice amplifiers are suited to bedrooms, lessons and backstage warm-ups. More powerful amplifiers offer the volume and connections required for rehearsals and live performances.

Depending on the model, features may include clean and overdriven channels, tone controls, built-in effects, headphone outputs, auxiliary inputs, Bluetooth audio and USB recording. Modelling amplifiers can recreate a range of amplifier and effect styles within a single unit.

Guitar and bass amplifiers are designed differently, so a dedicated bass amplifier is normally the correct choice for a bass guitar.

Guitar Effects Pedals

Guitar pedals allow musicians to change and expand the sound of an electric guitar or bass.

Individual pedals provide dedicated effects such as overdrive, distortion, compression, chorus, tremolo, delay and reverb. Loop pedals can record and repeat musical phrases, while multi-effects processors combine numerous amplifier models, effects and routing options in one unit.

Before building a pedalboard, check the power requirements of each pedal and consider how the effects will be arranged within the signal chain. Some pedals can operate from batteries, while others require a compatible power supply.

Guitar Accessories

Our guitar accessories help musicians protect, maintain and perform with their instruments.

The range includes gig bags, straps, tuners, capos, picks, strings, stands, cables, tools and other useful accessories. A suitable bag or case protects the instrument during storage and transport, while a reliable tuner makes it easier to practise and perform at the correct pitch.

String type and gauge should be selected for the specific instrument. Classical guitars require nylon strings, while acoustic, electric and bass guitars each use different string constructions and gauges.

Choosing the Right Musical Instrument

The right instrument depends on the player’s musical interests, experience and practice environment. A beginner is more likely to make progress when the instrument is comfortable, correctly sized and suitable for the style of music they want to play.

Consider the following before choosing:

• The player’s age, size and experience
• Preferred musical style
• Available practice space
• Acceptable practice volume
• Portability and storage
• Amplification requirements
• Headphone connectivity
• Included accessories
• Future performance or recording plans
• Maintenance and replacement parts

For younger musicians, reduced-size instruments may be easier to hold and play. Electronic instruments with headphone outputs can be helpful when quiet practice is important, while acoustic instruments offer immediate sound without requiring amplification.

Whether you are choosing a first instrument, upgrading an existing setup or adding new sounds to a performance, Prebeat provides musical instruments and accessories for every stage of your development.