About Us
The Guitar Specialist
A Strings is an independent, family owned music shop based in South Wales, UK specialising in guitar and bass. We are Wales' only Fender Showcase Dealer, stocking all ranges from Squier through to Fender Custom Shop. We are also Wales' only stockists of Gibson and Epiphone instruments. We are proud dealers for Yamaha, Paul Reed Smith, Gretsch, Jackson, Charvel, Faith, Takamine and Ovation guitars, and Blackstar, Vox, Marshall, Orange amplification.
The Shop for Guitar Strings
A Strings have one of the largest selections of guitar strings and accessories in the UK, not only stocking entire ranges from big names like D’Addario, Ernie Ball, Elixir, Rotosound, Dean Markley, GHS and Martin, but also hard to find boutique brands such as Optima, Thomastik, DR Strings, Cleartones and Elites. We even stock less common variations, so whether you need flatwound strings for your super-long scale 5-string bass, or a spare set for your pedal steel, we've got you covered. This vast selection, along with our tuition and repair services, makes us your one stop shop for all things guitar!
In addition to guitars, we also stock other musical instruments, such as ukuleles, banjos, mandolins and bouzoukis, sheet music and tutorial books, and recording equipment such as microphones and audio interface. We can also supply and carry consumables and accessories for drums, violins, brass and woodwind instruments and more.
South Wales' destination for Digital Pianos, Keyboards and PA
Since our move to The Barn, we've considerably expanded the range of digital pianos we offer in store and online. We are an approved dealer for Yamaha digital pianos and keyboards, including their industry leading Clavinova range of instruments alongside best-sellers such as the Arius YDP and Portable P-Series pianos. We have been long-time stockists of Korg digital pianos and are proud to continue to stock these quality instruments.
Stage pianos are stocked in the form of the Yamaha CK, CP and YP series, and Korg's SV Series.
Our new showroom allows us to proudly display for the first time synthesisers from Yamaha - MODX, Montage - and the wide range of Korg mini/micro synths. All keyboards are on display and demo ready.
Choosing the right PA speaker has never been easier! We have all options out on display and we can switch between speakers by clicking a button. Mixers, microphones (from Shure, PreSonus and more), headphones, interfaces and more are carried in stock.
Est. in Wales 2006
A Strings started life in Cardiff in 2006, selling guitar strings and accessories. This history in specialising in guitar strings has allowed us to continue stock over 1,000 varieties of strings, from the popular through to the obscure, all at competitive prices. Many of our customers have been dealing with us since we started trading.
We have supplied leading musicians such as Queen, Take That, Eric Clapton, Manic Street Preachers, Motorhead, Killing Joke, 10CC, Amy Wadge, Public Image Ltd, Mark Knopfler and Brian May (including his signature Optima Gold strings), and world class guitar techs such as Pete Malandrone (Brian May), Steve Prior (Jeff Beck, David Gilmour, Tony Iommi) and 'Deptford' Armitage (Iron Maiden, Robert Plant, Spice Girls).
Our Customer Service
At A Strings, we value all of our patrons, whether pro-gigger or humble beginner, and hope to surpass their expectations with every visit to our music store, whether in our music shop in South Wales or via our website. We pride ourself on our knowledgeable staff offering friendly service and expert advice, whether you are looking for guitar strings or a new instrument.
How to find us - South Wales Music Store
Address:
The Barn
Heol Crochendy
Treforest Industrial Estate
South Wales
CF37 5UR.
We are situated on the Treforest Industrial Estate, Pontypridd - the gateway to the South Wales and Cardiff Valleys. Just a few miles north of Cardiff, and south of Merthyr Tydfil, our location just off the A470 and easily accessible from Brecon and Mid-Wales, as well as local towns such as Caerphilly, Radyr, Taffs Well, Llantrisant and Church Village.
From Cardiff, Bristol, Monmouth, Midlands and England
From the M4, travel West, exit at Junction 32 at Coryton. From here, join the A470 towards Caerphilly and Merthyr Tydfil. Exit at Caerphilly and take the first exit at the roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the 3rd exit towards Coleg Cymoedd and then carry on straight across the next roundabout, passing McDonald's and Nandos on your right. Proceed on this road and take the first exit off the next roundabout. Follow the road ahead until you reach us at The Barn on your left (immediately after the DHL goods yard).
From Swansea and West Wales
Travel East on the M4, exit at Junction 32 at Coryton. From here, join the A470 towards Caerphilly and Merthyr Tydfil. Exit at Caerphilly and take the first exit at the roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the 3rd exit towards Coleg Cymoedd and then carry on straight across the next roundabout, passing McDonald's and Nandos on your right. Proceed on this road and take the first exit off the next roundabout. Follow the road ahead until you reach us at The Barn on your left (immediately after the DHL goods yard).
From Rhondda Valleys, Pontypridd, Merthyr, Brecon and Mid Wales
Join the A470 travelling South towards Pontypridd and Cardiff. Travel south, take the Upper Boat turnoff. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto the A4054 and proceed on the Main Avenue until you reach the first set of traffic lights (approx ¾ mile). Turn left at the traffic lights, The Barn is directly on your right with free parking directly outside.
