Andertons Shop Tour! - Explore the Store with Chappers and the Captain

[@lducati]

Mr. Captain, you should to take a picture with the same guitar as your Grand Father, since you still have it! Put this picture side by side with the original one.

[@davecarsley8773]

I think when addressing a Captain, the extra "Mr." is unnecessary. Captain is the prefix.

[@gaysquirrels6915]

@@davecarsley8773 Thats the joke 😂😂

[@JesseLeeKing]

Great idea

[@CatGPT_]

@@davecarsley8773 Mr. Captain

[@zeppelinboys]

@@davecarsley8773 he forgot the 'sir', so it really should be 'Mr. Captain Sir!' lol

[@mark1982arsenal]

Best Guitar store in England, been shopping here for over 20 years now. I'll be back in on Saturday to spend more money.

[@TheMrmisbah]

mark1982arsenal one upmanship coming up. Been shopping there for 30 years and moved closer to the shop

[@mark1982arsenal]

TheMrmisbah FairPlay, we are lucky to have this shop so close to us.

[@jofarrell4]

no its not - go to denmark street

[@mark1982arsenal]

jofarrell4 been there lots of times! Lots of shops but Andertons beats each of them for me.

[@the.communist]

mark1982arsenal yep pls do , thats what they want u to do

[@JonathanCooperGB]

Went to a competing guitar shop chain in Reading and, because I am freakishly tall, was able to source a "top shelf" Gibson to try out. No sooner had I lowered it to strumming position before a man came and asked me what I was doing, why was I taking instruments off the wall, etc. It wasn't even an overly expensive one. Andertons has spoiled me with being able to touch and taste all sorts of high priced strung wonderness ... and I now will not shop anywhere else.

[@Skijumptoes]

Jonathan Cooper our local PMT have locks on everything now, it's really sad that you can't freely check the instruments weight and feel as you browse, plus the staff seem annoyed if you're constantly asking to try multiple guitars in your hand.

[@user-oe9lk5tb5w]

Rip gibson

[@trindermon]

thats a shame... PMT in Manchester are really helpful - they dont want you grabbing the 3k guitars, but most others all you do is a quick "check polite ask" and then whip it down.

[@Skijumptoes]

Whens last time you've been to PMT, i presumed all their stores lock the Guitars now and you have to request them to be unlocked?

[@trindermon]

February i guess, helping a mate with an acoustic choice.

[@adamconnor3002]

You should make a "Lefty Room" where you gather all the left handed guitars you have in the store ! ;)

[@adamconnor3002]

Right mate?! It's like a dream for us lefties :D

[@paulcoleman3081]

Call it the "Alice through the looking glass" room.

[@adamconnor3002]

Right?! I tried the "right handed" way when I started off 14 years ago, I just couldn't!

[@markjohnson527]

I'm sure they have a broom cupboard! :)

[@markjohnson527]

Well they have a Captain... maybe they should employ someone called the 'Left Tennant'?

[@AstraVex]

I travelled all the way from South Wales last year and stopped in, bought a set of strings, and simply just wandered around in awe of all the beautiful guitars. Also tried out a Schecter Omen Diamond Series 7-String in one of the practice rooms and Rob gave me a nod of approval through the window as I played some neo-classical shred :) Life Goal Completed!

[@lapelcelery42]

I love the idea that Rob is literally ALWAYS there just to give meaningful nods to customers.

[@AstraVex]

Luc Allen New Tredegar, near Rhymney :) I was on my way to Guildford Comic Con at the same and I knew we'd be close to Andertons so I went in every chance I could xD

[@AstraVex]

Luc Allen Thank you very much :)

[@igornunes4938]

Amazing! Have you seen any Tremonti PRS around? Gonna travel to UK next year and I'm looking foward to get one

[@joshhawkins8394]

@@igornunes4938 this didn’t age well

[@lufiealice6251]

Andertons is the best music shop I’ve been to, trying out EVERYTHING in those little booths is the most fun ever!

[@jofarrell4]

no its not - go to denmark street

[@lufiealice6251]

jofarrell4 I bought a Strat on Denmark Street about 20 years ago, small pokey shops and not a patch on Andertons.... I say 20 years ago, it was 1992, deluxe plus with Fender Lace pickups in natural ash.

[@user-fk5lu6jp8p]

Poor british fellas - get on that french train to cross that pool of water and come to thomann. You'll find that some shops are good, great even... yet thomann is on a completely different level. The whole of Anderton's would fit within thomann's drums department, leaving room to spare. I'm talking real drums - the whole of Anderton's would also fit within thomann's electrical drums department, which is a different place altogether. I'm sure Anderton's is a good shop - but if Anderton's is 'great', thomann is 'heavenly', just by virtue of comparison. Still, the video content of Anderton's, to me, is vastly superior, which makes Anderton's the more entertaining youtube shop for sure - credit to the Captain, Rob, Bea, Joss and of course Pete. Especially Pete.

[@GrimKage]

Yawn. Maybe they have the biggest shop, but Anderton's have something they do not have: Character, personality and the ability to brighten your day with a simple gear video.

[@JWCFB]

As an American I really enjoyed this tour and hope to go in person one day. Thank you Lee.

[@tredogzs]

As a persons of color and lack of means I too really enjoyed this tour and hope to go in person one day. Thank you Captain Lee. (I actually watched video)

[@tb_tyler5363]

I've been playing guitar for nearly 5 years now, and it has been awesome watching the Anderton"s crew along the way. Probably the first guitar related content I found on KZbin. It's impossible to state how much of an impact it has had on my guitar playing journey so far; Bea is one of my absolute favorite guitar players, Danish Pete is incredible, Chappers is a beast. It has also been rewarding to see Lee improving so much as I learned at the same time. The Anderton"s store looks incredible too, the brand everyone has managed to build (especially as other brick and mortar music stores struggle) is really a testament to how important it is to connect with your customers on a more personal level. Even though I've never met any of the guys, watching the videos for so long has made Anderton"s seem like a hometown music store, even though I live in the Southern US! Same for Riff City as well. Keep it guys, and I ever make it to England, Anderton's will be paid a visit!

[@julianrojo]

I traveled from ARGENTINA to buy my kemper. And I meet the Captain too!!!! It was like may 22th 2017. AMAZING SHOP. Great guys working there!

[@josequibaoneto4586]

Today I visited Andertons Music. I am from Brazil, and I was well attended by a very nice guy whose name is impossible to pronounce correctly! Great fellow. Overall, what a fantastic music story. I had never been so well received in an instrument shop before. Thank you, ​guys. I hope to come back soon! Cheers.

[@William_Earl]

Andertons videos have filled me with joy and laughter for 10 years now. When I visit your parts, I will be sure to come in and support the store.

[@paulsmith6381]

It’s terrific to see how you have grown the business by bringing products, information, talent, personality and most importantly smiles. You continue to demonstrate that a small business can grow and prosper in the global marketplace. Thanks!

[@williamorrah9613]

Their humour and charm somehow makes me forget the glaring lack of an apostrophe in the name of their store. Well done lads.

[@Jamie_kemp]

It doesn't belong to one Anderton (Anderton's) or even multiple Andertons (Andertons'), it's just named after multiple Andertons in the family, and is therefore called Andertons (plural of Anderton)

[@MATCHLESS789]

@@Jamie_kemp Lee should change his & company's name to Andertones and release some weird subtle music. Then have his brother change his name to Overtones, create a rival band and become an extremist politician.

[@CesarAllGuitar]

When I was living in the UK the Andertons guys always treated me very well. Nice store, nice and knowledgeable people. Great place. Two of my PRS's have been bought there.

[@ErraticFaith]

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[@peterhorvath-howard8947]

Well I spent this Sunday morning at Andertons. I took some guitars in and came out with a Jimi Hendrix custom shop and a Chapman ML1 pro modern. Service was great, and frankly guys both the shop and the Chapman guitars are a credit to you - you should be very proud.

[@mikhailardhito1024]

11:16-11:19 Here is a wild Rebea in his natural habitat, Andertons.

[@Fooneyfoo]

Hahaha I read it an attenborough's voice

[@XLBiker13]

Wow. I assumed it was a big store but I never knew it was so massive with such a comprehensive inventory. Incredibly impressive and encouraging that a privately owned music store like Anderton's can thrive in this day and age. Keep up the good work (and the legacy) Captain. And its time for YOU to do a new series of guitar lessons.

[@IvoTrausch]

I don't know if Lee's father is still with us, but if so, he would be an awesome guest on "the Captain meets". The Captain meets General, if you will

[@Songbirdstress]

Richard Harrold That would make an awesome Captain meets!

[@draxlerchronicles5851]

Your wish has been fulfilled!

[@joewakeford]

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[@IvoTrausch]

They called him the Admiral in that interview. Makes more sense in a naval context, i guess...

[@GadgetReboot]

Happy nine years guys! Been watching Chappers and The Captain for a couple of years now. Keep on keeping on! Gear reviews have been very helpful and just watching you guys play and discuss have helped bring reality to the whole situation when wondering what certain gear sounds like and if it would suit my needs. And of course the shenanigans are most appreciated. Lee, It does seem like you’ve been more open to learning the rock ‘n’ roll side of the guitar and sometimes you really open up and let it wail quite impressively. Rob, you’ve come a long way since your first KZbin videos! Congratulations on your business, and obviously all of your other successes. Keep the videos coming!

[@stratguy1013]

I have been a loyal watcher of your channel for a very long time. I'm never bored, I'm always educated and I laugh constantly. Thank you and all of the andertons channel staff. I'm 71 and have been saving up for a PRS for a while. I figure I'll be able to afford one by the time they are throwing dirt on me, but I was introduced to them through tough fine gentlemen. Keep up the excellent work. .. Warren from Florida

[@sygis21]

I’m from Germany and we spent our vacation in the Southwest of England. Needless to say that we had to make a stop at Anderton’s. (My girlfriend was very patient, thanks). It was an awesome experience (not the patience but the shop :-). I spent like 3 hours in one of the “try out booth” and finally found my dream guitar in an Epiphone Dot. The stuff was super helpful and nice. Thank you very much Anderton’s, you are great 👍🏻

[@mcpa2991]

I don't normally go out of my way to compliment businesses, but a couple of guitars and a bucket of bits and pieces delivered to the other side of the world with pretty damned good service to boot made for an online shopping experience that wasnt nearly as stressful as it could have been. Cheers for that!

[@john564holloway]

Howdy from Texas!...Since my ancestry began in England (& I was born in 1964), this definitely has to be my first stop if I ever make to England. What better souvenir to have than an item from Anderton's and the receipt to go along with it! Hopefully, one day, I'll be able to meet you chaps and tell you how much I love your videos of demos & lessons. Long live guitars & drums!...Great video, as usual, fellas. Thank you for the tour. I'm astounded of how big the store & inventory is!...Thanks, again!

[@vincentmusic05]

I was fortunate enough to visit Andertons twice and actually appeared in this background of the video, testing out some amps in the demo booth at 14:56. Great store with great staff, products and videos! 😀 It was also great to meet Rob Chapman (even if it was just for a minute!)

[@guyjackson1763]

I bought my first two guitars in the original store about 50 years ago. Now, if in the UK, I enjoy the helpful and friendly staff and demo rooms. If at home in Thailand, the online shop works brilliantly - VAT deducted immediately and shipping cost shown. Super fast delivery by UPS with (at least in Thailand) predictable local tax and duty to pay on delivery. Brilliant service!

[@dantudormusician]

Ive been a patron of guitarguitar for a little while as i live near Birmingham so the concept to me of just picking up a guitar off the wall and kindly asking a lovely andertons staff member for an amplification device to which he was very helpful in helping set up was a lovely experience. Absolutely fantastic store that i would love to travel back to for my next purchase of guitarage

[@julianrose9883]

I'm from the US and was spending time in Germany for a few months. Always wanted to visit England, mainly for Anderson's, so I was able to get a super cheap flight over for a few days. Stepping into the store I'd seen so many times on youtube was a crazy experience. Everyone was super friendly too. Wish I had a store like that near me in the US...

[@bladerunner4425]

Just started learning guitar this year in January. You guys are one of my main sources of inspiration and tranquility. I even bought Andertons shirt which I usually don't do. Kudos from Vilnius!

[@ErraticFaith]

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[@vonslagle]

Guys, the private booths for trying gear... very nice!! How thoughtful for all concerned. Love Andertons from San Francisco Ca

[@Astoriculus]

That Kent thing is not a pickup. It's a carton of smokes :)))))

[@davidrizzardi975]

it could also be a Kent Drums accessory?

[@jimmyholmes4494]

And I remember smoking Luckys and Chesterfields, too. Chesterfield -- isn't that a British name, too? =))

[@risksrewardsrelics51]

Kent was a US distributor that rebranded made in Japan guitars back in the 60’s and 70’s. Don’t know if they sold in the UK though. Bowie did play a Kent during the Spiders era, so maybe.

[@matthewtayloryowieresearch1912]

Absolutely, Kent were filter cigarettes with a white butt enclosing the famous 'Micronite Filter', bloody good durries too they were... gotta die of something?

[@frederikthaysen6931]

I live in Denmark and I really hope that I will be able to visit Andertons some day! Your shop looks amazing, and I love all of you guys. I have been watching your videos for years now, and even though I have never met any of you, you almost feel like family to me. You are the most likeable people ever and I love that you have so much fun together!

[@ryanlaning6540]

Andertons was an absolute joy to visit when I went a year and a half ago. Definitely the highlight of my trip to London. Great staff, and helped me pick my first decent guitar.

[@Tolbiny]

First went to Andertons around ‘84, it was much smaller then. Walked in and Allan Holdsworth was sat there noodling away! Amazing.

[@harshitmehta7570]

Being an Indian resident...I had made it a point to visit this shop during my uk visit...was amazed with the collection of pedals and options for left handed electric guitars.... definitely visiting this shop whenever I am in the UK next time.

[@jovanjovanoski3028]

Since I discovered you I have been watching all of your videos, thank you for changing and making my life better!!!

[@darrenc8776]

Is it me or is visting a good guitar shop akin to a religious experience.

[@orcaflotta7867]

Is like visiting a mosque, a church, a synagoge and a temple at the same time.

[@TheMrmisbah]

Darren C . No It's more than that

[@darrenc8776]

TheMrmisbah haha your probably right

[@darrenc8776]

Orca Flotta 😂😂😂

[@Skijumptoes]

Darren C I wish someone would force me to visit good guitar shops each Sunday! :)

[@davidrobson8792]

I think sometimes I underestimate how fortunate I am that I live so nearby to this place - it truly is amazing!

[@megachillin2282]

That acoustic guitar bit was the best thing I have ever heard chapper play!

[@jimincornwall1925]

That was fun guys - Geez, go figure - a tour of nothing but shiny expensive toys for us boys (I just turned 69 on July 29 and have been playing guitar and keyboards for 57 years), hosted by two of the best for fun and info, what could be better!

[@TerryLHampton]

The very window seat I played my Taylor Mini GS before purchase some 3 or 4 years ago. Still love it, still going strong. Cheers Capt!

[@TheNookanoob]

I've got to say I didn't think there was anything wrong with the Dawsons near me but after coming to you guys to buy a bass I was blown away but how nice and actually helpful everyone was. Not to pit two companies against each other or anything. But there'd be a clear winner if someone wanted to maybe do that

[@ilovegreenock]

Great to see a much older video...the entertainment is top quality!

[@wingee]

I'm so lucky to have Andertons as my local shop for the last few decades

[@xJaGG3d]

I'm fine with new stores and all, just don't get rid of one of the last good mom-and-pop guitar shops. It's seriously impressive that you guys have survived so long, keep it going!

[@shatteredhumanoid8567]

My wife and I are planning our honeymoon trip to Iceland and are stopping by UK for a few days, and visiting Andertons is definitely in my must do list. I could only hope my wife would allow me to bring back a PRS with us.

[@andrewlock3480]

Great video guys, So need to build stone statues of you both outside the shop, Chappers on the ballard. You have earned your success. You sales care and after care are amazing. I wouldn't shop anywhere else now. Not many suppliers I could recommend buying unseen over the internet, Every purchase online has arrived quickly, well packaged and perfect specimens of the gear purchased. Guys I can't recommend Andertons enough. Try it and you won't go anywhere else. Cheers guys.

[@calebstrader558]

the greatest tour known to man, glad I get to see the inside of the store that inspired me to look more in more detail

[@russcottee]

I recently bought a Les Paul Tribute from you and cannot praise your mail order guys' communication and service high enough - cheers!

[@JasonFiske]

A great look around. Thank you and congratulations on your much deserved success.

[@MattyD209]

We need an Andertons in the USA. I've never been to a music store half as cool as this one.

[@wholelotazepp]

If I ever get “arountoit” (they’re hard to come by) I would love to visit your great country and do a Beatles tour (is there such a thing?), stop by Jimmy Pages house, say hi, bow down before him and kiss the hand of god! But above all to stop in Andertons and meet the greats Chappers & the Captain !!! Eh, meeting Mr. Page would be “ok” but in no way would it top meeting Rob and Lee 🤪 Seriously though if England can be scratched off my bucket list, these 3 things would be part of the experience while visiting!

[@iDealMedley]

i can't believe i've been watching rob for more than 10 years since his world guitars days. wtf! time flies soo fast. still remember the demo they chappers and lee did with charvel McGEE lol

[@VegaMaiden95]

If only more stores would let us try out gear as freely as you guys do. I dream of visiting the UK again so I can visit Andertons.

[@ForeverDownByLaw]

You should be very proud of what you have built, both the physical store and your KZbin presence.

[@nstrug]

My local music shop. Bought my Strat and LP there, amps, pedals, and my son's drum kit. Longstanding Guildford institution known and loved by all.

[@mod3no]

Definitely one of the places to visit in the UK when I come over.

[@rmarion8144]

I'm from Oakland, California and the last time I was in London, I took a trip to Guildford, just to visit Anderton's. And I bought a Chapman, which I"ve played quite a bit.

[@themartykus]

one of my bucket list items, visit Andertons! One day...all the way from Florida ,I will be there, oh yeah, I will be there...

[@FilipeDiogo49]

For your 10 year anniversary you should have lots of fans coming to the store and interviewing the captain ... chappers.... rabbea... Matt.... Danish Pete... everyone...

[@orcaflotta7867]

Don't forget Ariel! and Joss!

[@angelite143]

I'll travel to England and stop by at Andertons just to meet these wonderful people.. and also buy some guitar strings

[@LetsTalkAboutMathRock]

I hope to visit when I'm over this August! I've wanted to for a long time now.

[@leotrevino00]

Let's Talk About Math Rock well what a lovely surprise seeing you here. Great channel btw

[@LetsTalkAboutMathRock]

Thanks man. I'm always in KZbin, haha. I usially watch Andertons, Phil McKnight, that pedal show, the JHS vlogs, and a few others.

[@FoodaFIISH]

Bought that same shirt Lee is wearing when I visited the shop couple months ago :'). Miss Andertons. Also hey to Rauri! He was the best when I was there!

[@shelloiluk]

Awesome thanks guys. I just loaded up last month on my first fender performer and lovely Marshall valve head amp cabinet and cheapie home combo. Hope to visit your store soon

[@zachnorn5335]

The both of you were some of the first “guitar you tubers” that I found and inspired me to really dig in to the fiddle.

[@Eventual420]

Congratulations Lee & Staff!

[@davidwitt6658]

Wow so many amazing instruments and drums too!!!

[@JordanJamesAW]

Richie Sambouca and Wildabeast were the two cowboys but there was also Bamber Cam Bill and Gary Guns in another Charvel Demo.

[@Wagoo]

LIVE IN YOUR EYES!! \m/ **launches manropes**

[@bilalmalikguitarist]

It would always be an honour to visit this store whenever I go to the UK!

[@patrickosullivan1305]

I went into Andertons the other day great staff can’t wait to pick my les Paul up next week

[@GreetingEarthlings]

Was very excited to see the Ibanez semi-hollowbody in the second hand section that my friend is now the lucky owner of! Such a beautiful flame on it!

[@mattburdock1734]

Great store. Bought a fuzz pedal there last week and the guys were so helpful. Proper service.

[@JesseLeeKing]

I'd love to see more videos like this, I love seeing the whole shop.

[@aiyka_music]

What a heaven... Can we live there for a few days ?!

[@EdwardJohns-be6ri]

It always strikes me odd when I see the inside of buildings in the United kingdom. Watching the walkthrough of your music seems so funny because the ceilings are really low. And the aisles are really narrow. It seems like everything is so compact. I live in the US and it just seems like everything's bigger here.. I would be afraid of knocking something over in your store. Just walking through it. I have a wonderful selection of everything and I love watching your program on youtube. I just strikes me funny I don't know why. My favorite band from your neck of the woods It's got to be def leopard. Have you ever had any of those guys come in to your shop? Over the years..

[@peteroche261]

i bought the white Marcus miller v7 just over chappers shoulder when they don't sing all about that bass. bought it about two days ago that exact bass and its currently sat across my lap while watching this video. thanks for the great bass guys!

[@patrickohagan8305]

Well done. Thank you for all the entertainment and information.

[@praisejesuschrist6099]

You've got a really cool music store. If I'm ever in the UK, I'll definitely visit Andertons. Cheers from NC, USA.

[@arsalanu1480]

This place is HEAVEN! Mos def the best music store in the world (and now its official!)

[@liberty4all885]

I live in the states. I have to go to the UK and purchase a Chapman guitar directly from the source. It looks like Anderton’s is possibly the nicest guitar shop I’ve ever seen. I live in WV and we have nothing that even compares to Anderton’s.

[@Burnssy97]

What a great shop Lee looks amazing. Wish I lived closer I'll visit one day :D

[@davidsharpify]

Loved it. Looking forward to a visit soon.

[@warmongerhero]

Its great to see how much you've guys grown and succeed. Cant wait for the next tour vid when king anderton shows off all of england.

[@5timesthepain]

Visiting Andertons is on my bucket list

[@dr7246]

I visited Andertons, this past May (from California) and had a thoroughly good experience. Bought a Thorpy pedal. Would never have heard of the place were it not for the Tubes of You. So, I guess advertising works. :-)

[@danialaziz2218]

I went to Anderton's all the way from Malaysia 2 years ago and bought an Ibanez S series guitar. I was so happy to finally meet The Captain and Rabea that I didn't even think to ask them to sign the guitar.. I regret that now. Happy with the guitar though. Hahah

[@musicdoessudip8104]

im going to travel to England just to visit Andertons and to see you guys if im lucky!!!

[@robblair3703]

The place looks great. Many happy purchases made from you over the years and I still visit occasionally. Just a wonderful shop to visit. Always a huge selection and such friendly staff. I've not been in for about a year so will have to come by and check it out.

[@79Hokie]

You guys are great! Thanks for sharing.

[@marmadukewinterbotham2599]

That was a hoot. I need to make another pilgrimage from here in Leamington - looks like a lot has changed in two years!

[@risksrewardsrelics51]

I hope to make it across the pond and visit Anderton’s some day!

[@howardjones543]

Love that Rabea shreds drums as well!

[@davedagreat69]

I'd never even noticed the second hand page before. I'm perusing it now! :)

[@mattdoesstuff8987]

I want to live in Guildford now.

[@GuitarBillCurran]

Wow, I can't believe I've been watching you guys for so long, 10 years already?

[@stowawaytrain4995]

I wish we had more music shops like this in Nashville!

[@CraigMcClellan]

Just curious why the acoustic section is so close to the doors and windows. Isn't that area of the shop the hardest to temperature control? It would be most prone to large swings in temperature from the sun? Obviously I've never been there and maybe it's not an issue. It Is a beautiful store.

[@andym28]

Craig McClellan Thievery is more likely to occur with an evil shaped axe of doom like a Jackson Randy Rhodes hence acoustics nearer the doors.

[@tonyn9858]

Thank you for all the great videos I've been able to watch over the Christmas period guys. tony

[@maxwellwinter2114]

I would take a plane ride to England just for Andertons! Hello from the U.S.

[@kodyarocho4618]

Greeting form the usa, hope to make it to your side of the river one day and visit the store

[@C33Fernandez]

I reckon Andertons Music Co. is going to be a legendary name. More so than any store on Denmark street, Denmark street itself, and as well-known as Abbey Road.

[@XAVR_]

Dealers on Denmark At are stuffy wankstains