United Kingdom Guitar Market Size, Share, By Product (Electric, Acoustic), By Distribution Channel (Online, Offline) United Kingdom Guitar Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Guitar Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• United Kingdom Guitar Market Size 2024: USD 679.8 Mn
• United Kingdom Guitar Market Size 2035:  USD 1623.7 Mn
• United Kingdom Guitar Market CAGR 2024: 8.24%
• United Kingdom Guitar Market Segments: Product and Distribution Channel

The market for guitars in the United Kingdom includes demand for acoustic, electric, bass, and the classical guitars, as well as amplifiers, strings, and the other accessories. The market is fueled by the rising number of music education programs, the increasing popularity of independent musicians, the development of home recording studios, and the rising number of live music performances. The market encompasses both locally manufactured products and imported products, catering to beginners, intermediate, and professional musicians. Improvements in pickup designs, digital sound integration, customization, and the development of online shopping platforms are major drivers of demand. Furthermore, the rising interest in hobby-based music education and social media content creation is boosting the expansion of the market.

The Music Export Growth Scheme (MEGS), supported by the UK Department for Business and Trade and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, offers grants between £5,000 and £50,000 to independent music companies for international promotion. While it strengthens the music ecosystem, its influence on the guitar market remains indirect.

The UK guitar market has bright future prospects because of the growing demand for music education, live performances, digital content production, and online e-commerce sales of guitars. However, the market faces challenges such as high prices for high-end guitars and uncertain availability of raw materials. The major areas of development for the market are sustainable guitar materials, high-end electronic pickups, intelligent connectivity options, eco-friendly manufacturing processes, partnerships between manufacturers and retailers, and product development for beginners, professionals, and amateur musicians.

Market Dynamics of the United Kingdom Guitar Market

The United Kingdom guitars market is fueled by the demand for acoustic, electric, and bass guitars, as well as associated components and accessories. The market is fueled by the growing interest in music education, live music, home recording, and digital music production. The market encompasses OEM production and aftermarket sales for beginners, intermediates, and professionals, using wood, composite, and high-tech electronic components. The factors that drive the market include the growing number of music education initiatives, the rise of independent music artists, the development of e-commerce channels for musical instrument sales, innovations in pickups and sound customization, and the growing demand from enthusiasts, professionals, and content creators.

The United Kingdom guitars market faces restraints from high upfront costs of premium and professional-grade guitars, fluctuating raw material prices such as tone woods and electronic components, supply chain disruptions, and intense competition from global and domestic brands.

The future outlook for the United Kingdom guitar market appears encouraging, fueled by the increasing interest in learning music, participation in live performances, development in digital content creation, and the adoption of home recording systems. Technological developments in sound personalization, increasing e-commerce sales, and the rising demand for high-end and electric guitars are expected to fuel the growth of the market.

The United Kingdom guitar market share is classified into product and distribution channel.

By product

The United Kingdom Guitar market is divided by product type into electric, and acoustic. Among these, the acoustic segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. It is because acoustic guitars are the most commonly owned, preferred by beginners, hobbyists, and in educational settings due to their simplicity and portability.

By Distribution Channel

The United Kingdom Guitar market is divided by distribution Channel into online and offline. Among these, the offline filters segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. It is because many consumers prefer to test guitars in person to feel the neck shape, assess build quality, and check the weight before purchasing.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the United Kingdom guitar market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market. 

Top Key Companies in United Kingdom Guitar Market

• Fender
• Gibson
• Ibanez
• Epiphone
• Squier
• PRS
• Taylor
• Martin
• Gretsch
• Jackson
• Cort
• Schecter
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom guitar market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Guitar Market, By Product

• Electric
• Acoustic

United Kingdom Guitar Market, By Distribution Channel

• Online
• Offline