These chair blocks are beautifully crafted by someone who knows exactly what it feels like to play a musical instrument for hours on end. I have no idea how I have survived this long without them! I n... See more
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Excellent service, excellent product! Make a huge difference to posture, especially on some of the dodgy chairs us musicians are faced with. Name and number printed on too so less likely to lose them.... See more
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These chair blocks are fantastic! They are exceptionally well made and a very clever design means there is a choice of chair heights enabling you to get the perfect balance which is so important for... See more
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An easy and affordable alternative to buying a new chair. The website is clear and easy to use and the blocks are great.
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Chair Blocks have been designed to help alleviate the discomfort experienced by musicians when using poor seating at rehearsal halls, theatres, concert and gig venues. They encourage good posture by raising the chair legs, keeping knee height below the hips. You can flip your blocks upside down to choose one of two height settings to achieve the best posture. Individually handmade in England from solid hardwood, Chair Blocks are durable, functional, affordable and beautifully made. A leather cord is available as an optional extra to assist carrying, as well as a free service to personalise blocks with your name and number should you choose. Chair Blocks have been tried and tested by professional musicians at many venues across the UK, enabling me to create the most versatile posture aid. With studies showing over 60% of contract musicians experiencing chronic back pain, it’s vital we do our best to limit an avoidable issue that can make a musicians life a misery. Recent clients include the London Philharmonic Orchestra, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, as well as individuals from prominent UK orchestras such as the the London Mozart Players, Opera North and English National Ballet. Many West End, studio, freelance musicians and education establishments are also using Chair Blocks. There are three models available, from the larger Strad to the smaller Amati model. The Rocca model includes a cut away for use with 'bar chairs’ as well as standard leg chairs. Details of all models can be seen in the technical diagrams below. Combining the Strad and Amati or Rocca large and small models provides up to seven height and angle options to help achieve the most comfortable playing position possible. This Package deal is a popular choice with busy freelancers who may be faced with unpredictable chairs week to week at multiple venues across the UK. A 15% discount is currently applied to all package deals!
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Flat 10 Avalon Court, London Road, Marlborough, SN8 2AR, Marlborough, United Kingdom
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Brilliant chair blocks
Brilliant chair blocks. Prompt delivery and I love the sparkles!
24 March 2026
Reply from Chairblocks
Hi Tamasin, Thank you for your review! Glad to hear they arrived safely and that you love the sparkles!
Best wishes,
Tom
These arrived sooner than expected and…
These arrived sooner than expected and look great.
12 December 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Hi Ashley,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and glad they got there in good time!
Best wishes,
Tom
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks for your review Helen! Glad they arrived quickly.
Best wishes,
Tom
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks for your lovely review Anna, hope the blocks are working well.
Best wishes,
Tom
Great product and super service
25 September 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks for leaving your review and glad the Blocks are working well at Leamington Music!
Excellent quality
Excellent quality, speedy and friendly service from the UK to the USA.
12 September 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks so much for your review Peter! So glad they arrived safe and hope you enjoy using them.
Best wishes,
Tom
Excellent Product & Service
Excellent customer service and chair blocks are very well made, practical and personalised.
22 July 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks so much for your review! Glad you are pleased with them.
Best wishes,
Tom
Beautifully made and carefully packed…
Beautifully made and carefully packed and sent off promptly
31 July 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks so much for your review Angela and glad they arrived quickly.
Best wishes,
Tom
Thanks for my amazing chair blocks!
Thanks for my amazing chair blocks! I've used them several times in the first week and they've been so useful already. I love how versatile they are. They also look amazing, ordering was easy and they arrived super fast.
Thanks again, 😊
6 July 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks for your review Kate! Glad they’re working well for you and that you like them.
Best wishes,
Tom
Exactly what I was looking for
Excellent, high quality product. Perfect for lifting chairs of any style high enough to be comfortable. Exactly what I was looking for. Made an immediate impact on my comfort level during rehearsals and concerts.
28 April 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Hi Jason,
Thanks for taking the time to review your recent Chair Block purchase and I'm glad they're working well for you.
Best wishes,
Tom
Superior quality 🪑⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I ordered the bundle of two sets of blocks,and I also had them personalised with my details as I do not want to lose them! This is a free option.
They arrived promptly and are really beautifully made.
With so many inadequate chairs for musicians to sit in on an almost daily basis these definitely up the comfort level especially for taller people like myself.
Highly recommend!
Many thanks!
10 April 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Hey, Thanks so much for your review and really glad they are making playing more comfy for you!
Best wishes,
Tom
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Hi,
Thanks for leaving some feedback and glad you received the blocks in good time!
Best wishes,
Tom
A must have for all seated string players
A really great product which should not be underestimated in terms of health and playing longevity. Personal, helpful and efficient service is just the icing on the cake !
19 January 2025
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks Peter for your kind words. Always happy to help and glad they are working well for you!
Best wishes,
Tom
Game changing!
These are fantastic! Make a huge difference. Especially great for low theatre chairs which slope backwards. Much less bulky and awkward to carry around in a bag than a cushion too. I use the Strad Chair blocks just on the back legs of the chair and for me that has turned a totally uncomfortable chair into a really comfortable one with no aches and pains.
8 December 2024
Reply from Chairblocks
Hi Shona, thanks for your lovely review of Chair Blocks! I’m really glad they have made such a difference and hope they continue to do so!
Best wishes,
Tom
Really great blocks!
Really great blocks (sitting in them now). Really easy to chat to Tom about it over email. Well worth the investment.
14 December 2024
Reply from Chairblocks
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts Chris and glad they are working well for you!
Best wishes,
Tom
First class service
Service and speed of delivery excellent. Product well made and does the job. My back wasnt nearly as sore
25 November 2024
Reply from Chairblocks
Hi Maria,
Thanks you for your review and glad the blocks are helping.
Best wishes,
Tom
Well designed and beautifully finished…
Well designed and beautifully finished chair blocks that are an essential for any cellist.
14 November 2024
Yet to try them but very quick delivery…
Yet to try them but very quick delivery and hand written note was a nice touch. Thank you!
14 November 2024
Reply from Chairblocks
Hi Kim,
Great you received them and do let me know how you get on - hope they work out well for you!
Best wishes,
Tom
These arrived really quickly and have…
These arrived really quickly and have already made a huge difference to my comfort when playing. Would highly recommend.
30 October 2024
Reply from Chairblocks
Hi Ros, Thanks very much for your review and really glad they have made an immediate improvement to your comfort.
Best wishes,
Tom
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