Next Day Delivery*

Next Day Delivery T&C’s

Next day delivery is only available on orders placed Monday – Friday before 2pm. Orders placed on a Saturday & Sunday will be dispatched on Monday (except on a holiday weekend) and is subject to stock and courier availability.

95% of our orders are delivered next day, please allow extra time at busy seasonal periods.*

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About Us

About the Sound Shop Drogheda (Ireland Ltd.)

The Sound Shop was established in 1968 by Tommy Leddy and Sean McEvoy, Tommy and Sean had being hiring PA equipment for some time from their homes and seeing there was a gap in the market for musical equipment and instruments they went on to open their first shop in 14 North Quay Drogheda, and so the Sound Shop was born.  The business grew quickly so it wasn’t long before a much larger premises was needed and just a few doors away from the original shop stood Mayoralty House a historic building with charm that became the home of music in Ireland for the next 37 years,  With the success of the business and rise in popularity of out of town shopping the Sound Shop needed to be part of this movement so the decision was made to finally leave North Quay and built a brand new 12,000 sq ft mega store along with a 900 seat theater the TLT where both business still reside today 2022.

Ireland’s Favourite Music Store! The Sound Shop in Drogheda Co. Louth has been supplying musicians, both beginners and professionals from all over Ireland for more than 54 years. Come visit our 12,000 sq ft mega store, Ireland’s biggest and best!!

Tanglewood TRSF CE AEB Super Folk Acoustic

Tanglewood TRSF CE AEB Super Folk Acoustic

Tanglewood TRSF CE AEB Super Folk Acoustic.  The Tanglewood TRSF CE AEB is an electroacoustic guitar of the “Super Folk” type, i.e. an instrument with a narrower and shallower body than, for example, the Dreadnought.  The body of the guitar is made of laminated ebony.  The fine workmanship is accentuated by the double-sided maple body binding, the Herringbone-patterned rosette and top bout, and the ebony veneer on the headstock adorned with the company logo.

Tanglewood DBT PE HR Parlour Acoustic Guitar

Tanglewood DBT PE HR Parlour Acoustic Guitar EQ SPR Hawaiian

Tanglewood DBT PE HR Parlour Acoustic Guitar.  Our stunning new Discovery Exotic Parlour is constructed from Hawaiian Rainwood, sustainably grown and imported from the South Pacific to give a wonderful appearance to this true statement piece instrument.  To maximise the Parlour instruments we can build, we produce only the back of each model in Rainwood, and construct matching sides from Walnut. Hopefully this exotic complement of timbers will allow us to produce the model for many years to come.

Our hand selected tops are from the mountains of the Himalayas. These hardy spruce timbers are chosen for their exquisite grade patterns and tonal excellence, and we are constantly reminded of the craftsmanship of these fine instruments as soon as we play them.  Quarter sawn tapered spruce bracing gives a gravitas and warmth to the construction of each top and lets every instrument sing.

We fit silky smooth Eboncore finger boards for maximum fret efficiency and feel and this particular model has an onboard 4 band EX4 EQ to make it stage or studio compatible.  One of the most exotic instruments we have ever produced, the perfect instrument for the player who wants something extra special.

Tanglewood TW2TE Travel Size Guitar

Tanglewood TW2TE Travel Size Guitar

Tanglewood TW2TE Travel Size Guitar.  The Tanglewood TW2TE is shaped to the Orchestra body profile, which is beloved by solo performers or those who prefer a model that boasts volume without a “boomy” low-end output. The all mahogany top back and sides produce a wonderful warm and sonically pleasing tone.

The past 5 years have seen a huge popularity in travel instruments and lots of manufacturers are now making them.

We began making Travel guitars 25 years ago in our Sundance series and now in 2021 we have the Winterleaf All Mahogany travel acoustics that we believe represent outstanding value for every player.

We use genuine African Mahogany to construct our travel guitars and use strong laminations of the timber to construct each model, knowing that in use, they may have climate changes to endure and even a few bumpy bus or coach rides!

We love the warm rich sound of the mahogany, and we’ve braced each model carefully so the projection and tonal resonance when played is very appealing.

If you want a great guitar to travel with and play on the beach as the sun sets, or for your family and friends at the garden party this is the one for you.

Tanglewood Warranty

• Consumable items such as guitar strings, batteries or battery clips;
• Normal wear and tear on any part of the product including jacks, control knobs, switches, screws, fret wear, saddle & nut wear; discoloration or wear of lacquer finishes;
• Any repairs done without prior authorisation of the manufacturer;
• Damage or faults caused from any unauthorised modification, removal or interference with parts;
• Service costs associated with regular setups, adjustments or normal maintenance of the product;
• Damage or warpage of wood, corrosion or rusting of hardware due to humidity or exposure to moisture.
• Damage or faults caused by neglect or abnormal use of the instrument;
• Case/Bag and case/bag hardware.

Tanglewood TWPPE Parlour CW SPR MAH

Tanglewood TWPPE Parlour CW SPR MAH

Tanglewood TWPPE Parlour CW SPR MAH.  More details to follow…

Parlour

• Small body with a big sound
• Good for: Blues, Roots, smaller players and those who want more intimate dimension

Parlour acoustics are among the smallest in body size you can buy – not counting the travel guitars – and are typically favoured by players of more low-key, less brash musical styles like folk and indie.

The guitar’s ‘shoulders’ – where the body meets the neck joint – will usually be slightly more sloped than you’d see in a classic dreadnought acoustic, while the base of the body will also be narrower than larger sized guitars. The guitar’s neck typically joins the body around the 12th fret. All of which makes for a more comfortable and less physically intrusive playing experience. Another obvious benefit of this is the portability of parlour guitars. Their relatively smaller form factor means they lend themselves well to being slung in a case and carted off to gigs with less hassle than, for example, a jumbo-sized acoustic.

The small body size does not mean a compromise in sound as the long soundboard produces a big bass and bright highs. If you’re after a more compact guitar, this could be just the ticket.

Tanglewood TW2022 LTD Art Dystopial Spalt Top

Tanglewood TW2022 LTD Art Dystopial Spalt Top

Tanglewood TW-2022 LTD Art Dystopial Spalt Top Limited edition. more details to follow…

Tanglewood Guitars

WE ARE MUSICIANS FIRST

Tanglewood Guitar Company was established in England in the latter part of the 20th century. Charged with an ambition to create a portfolio of instruments offering exceptional value and playability, Tanglewood utilised innovative design and both traditional and contemporary manufacturing procedures in order to achieve this goal.

SATIN FINISH

Our legendary Tanglewood satin finish has become a staple design signature that is immediately recognisable, however, in the current model line up there are also many high gloss instruments. Tanglewood is also now recognised for our fine Ukulele, Classical, Banjo and Folk Instrument offerings alongside our award winning 6 string acoustic guitars.

Now distributed in over 60 countries globally, winner of the Music Industry UK’s All Time Best Selling Acoustic Guitars award, Tanglewood still push to innovate and add value. Our latest Tiare series, for example, introduces quality instruments crafted from exotic timbers at affordable prices.

EXCITE & ENTHUSE

Tanglewood love to excite and inspire players the world over, with consummate craftsmanship & reliability, whether that be an Acoustic Bass, a Dreadnought Electro, a Single Cut Solid Body Electric or a Tenor Ukulele.

Whatever model you require, Tanglewood always have an instrument to fulfil your desire, and you can be sure in the knowledge that a Tanglewood instrument is a quality instrument…

Trust Tanglewood

Tanglewood DBT DCE SB G Dreadnought Electro Acoustic Guitar

Tanglewood DBT DCE SB G Dreadnought Electro Acoustic Guitar

Tanglewood DBT DCE SB G Dreadnought Electro Acoustic Guitar.  The most recognised guitar shape – and regarded as the all-rounder because it offers a good balance of bottom end with highs, allowing it to cover a lot of ground for players who need adaptability.

The classic Dreadnought shape produces a robust voice with low-end power, a snappy midrange, and strong, clear treble notes. The guitar will appeal to flat pickers and lovers of traditional guitar shapes and tones. The cutaway gives access to the higher frets, similar to an electric guitar which makes it ideal for rhythm and lead alike. Perfect for the electric player who needs some acoustic tones.

Perhaps more than any other shape, the Dreadnought remains linked with roots music like bluegrass and folk, in part because of its traditional role in defining those sounds. Pickers and strummers with an aggressive attack will love our Dreadnought’s blend of power and articulation, which allows for clear lead lines and crisp, driving rhythms.

• Deep low end with driving rhythms
• Good for: strumming and picking