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Products We Love Discover the instruments and accessories our passionate West Music team uses in their own musical journeys! West Music associates from each store chose their go-to products to showcase—from essential accessories to premium instruments. We love these products because we use them ourselves, and we're excited to share them with you!
Picks from West Music Coralville
“I selected the book 'Bear Snores On' because of my four-year-old daughter. Whenever she visits the store, she is naturally drawn to the children's area, and this book was one of the first she picked up off the shelf.”
"The Steinway Model D makes any other grand piano feel like a toy. The response and resonance of this piano is unparalleled to any other piano I've tried. From rich and warm low notes to balanced highs, it is easy to get lost in the moment with the Steinway D."
"I have been playing this trumpet for 16 years, which is why it is a product that I love. You can't beat the sound of a Bach trumpet."
"This is the horn that I’ve played for the last five years. Like most Yamaha products, it really gives you the most bang for your buck. I highly recommend this horn to anyone thinking about pursuing music in college!"
"This is a lovely musical instrument, it has a high-fidelity reproducing (player piano) system designed and installed by Yamaha at the factory, and you have the ability to record and play back your own performances as well as *practice silently* with headphones. For those deciding between a digital or acoustic piano, it’s truly the best of both worlds (and looks great in the home!)."
"Dr. Beat gives you the perfect prescription that keeps you in time and in tune."
"Perfect for any piston valve instrument, this valve oil is long-lasting and provides smooth finger action. Light and quick to the touch, you will be flying through your scales with ease. It is consistent and provides stability in many different temperatures/playing environments. All the while, you will be adding years to the life of your instrument with its corrosion inhibitor. Perfect for playing now and for life!"
"Vic Firth SD10 Swingers are my go to stick choice for any gig. The super lightweight rock maple in combination with the thicker diameter promotes a nice relaxed grip and makes fast drumming feel effortless."
"Yamaha Slide Lubricant has become my first choice every time for my trombones, whether it is for regular use or to help out in a pinch!"
"I have 3 kids at home, so when I get a chance to practice everyone is usually asleep. The sshhmute comes really close to playing for real without waking up the whole house!"
"I love my Boss Katana 100 guitar amp! It gives me the best rock tones I have ever heard, and with the onboard effects and footswitch, I have a built-in pedal board and all the hookups I need in any given situation—recording, performing, or practice! These Katanas are one of the best values out there for electric guitar players!"
Picks from West Music Cedar Falls
"Being a percussionist, percussion educator, and composer, I'm always on the hunt for those unique sounds to bring as many colors to an ensemble as possible. This cymbal does exactly that! With high overtones, but a low fundamental, this cymbal creates a wash of sound that is unmatched and allows it to double as a crash and a ride cymbal at the same time. This cymbal comes in a large and small bell version creating a slightly different tone for each version, allowing the player to find what works best for their set up."
"One of the most important parts of playing the guitar is your connection to the instrument, and the main connection we make is with the STRINGS!!! These strings bend farther and stay in tune better than any other string I have tried—and they last a long time, too! These strings also make every guitar I put them on sound AND play better! This is the most affordable upgrade to your instrument that you can make!"
"Yamaha's top of the line CLP Clavinova is a pure joy to play. The rich tone of the CFX concert grand is produced through a 300-watt, 6 speaker sound system. Real wood keys with counterweights and escapement gives the player an extraordinary grand piano feel. There's fantastic technology hidden inside. Yet, it has an elegant cabinet style that fits in many environments. It is the go-to Clavinova I show."
"This is a great book that adds a rhythmic text for students to participate! The monsters are super cute, too!"
"Making the jump from my student instrument to my very first violin that I could call my own remains one of my most cherished memories of my teenage years. It was that event that changed me from just a kid who played violin to someone who proudly called myself a musician. The La Mer 500 is an instrument that is both high quality and affordable, and one I'd happily recommend to students ready to take that step!"
Picks from West Music Cedar Rapids/Marion
"I chose the Shires Q Series B-flat trumpet. This is a fantastic instrument that allows budding players to reach their full potential. The intonation and valve action match, if not, exceeds other professional trumpets on the market. I like to say, the less you have to fight your instrument, the more you get to play."
"I love seeing the variety of piano solo and piano/vocal collections that we sell in the store. Being a person who took piano lessons from early elementary all the way through college, I studied lots of great literature, but what really got me hooked on playing piano was popular music from artists like Billy Joel, Elton John, and Lionel Richie. After college, I continued finding new favorites like Jim Brickman, Lorie Line, Michael Nyman and others that bridged the gap between classical and popular literature. I enjoy helping customers find their passion through similar experiences with these piano collections."
"The Yamaha Stage Custom drum series is one of the most versatile and durable in the industry. The lacquer-covered birch shells, durable chrome-plated hardware, and impressive sound drive this drum series to a high-level of respectability. It sounds so good that I purchased a drum set off our Marion sales floor myself!"
Picks from West Music Davenport
"These bows have amazing craftsmanship - I particularly like the models with a snakewood frog and matching screw. They’re lighter than other bows in similar price ranges and just as responsive."
"The P225 is a fantastic keyboard for the beginning player or any player looking for a more portable option. It's simple and sleek design makes it one of the easiest to use keyboards on the market. With a lot of add on options, the P225 is easily one of the most customizable products we sell. A furniture stand and nice bench makes it a great piece for the living room. Or, a foldable stand and bench makes it something that can be stowed away in a closet and pulled out when needed!"
"A practice amp that plugs directly into your guitar so you can practice anywhere. It has 25 built in amps and effects so lots of sounds to explore. It also has bluetooth capability so you can sync with your phone or tablet and play around with all the amps and effects and even jam along with songs."
"The Petrov viola has a deep and rich sound that is unmatched at its price point. The Petrov's varnish is noted for its darker and antiqued look. The Petrov is a European/American instrument, starting its life in Romania and coming to the USA to be finished by a fifth-generation luthier on the East Coast and our very own world-class luthier in the QCA."