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TRAKTOR PRO 2.5 Update | New from Native Instruments

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 13:13:06 BST

TRAKTOR is the pro platform that top DJs all over the world trust, and now you can get your hands on the most advanced version of TRAKTOR ever... TRAKTOR PRO 2.5

Washburn Harvest Series WD7 Guitars | Now in Stock

Thu, 31 May 2012 16:16:54 BST

The Harvest Series WD7 Guitars from Washburn are said to be the most affordable, high quality Washburns ever made... and they've landed!

Jubilee Bank Holiday Opening Hours

Wed, 30 May 2012 16:16:30 BST

Jubilee Bank Holiday Opening Hours

Peavey PVX Series Active Speakers | Brand New this Year

Wed, 30 May 2012 13:13:42 BST

Brand new this year are the Peavey PVX Series Active Speakers, the portable, all-in-one solutions for music and speck applications. These active PA Speakers are compact and portable, delivering superior sound quality by utilising the best materials.

Win Download Festival Tickets!

Tue, 29 May 2012 10:10:36 BST

Together with Peavey, we have a pair of weekend tickets to Download Festival 2012 up for grabs. That's a pair of free tickets to the UK's biggest rock festival!

Three Great Roland Deals to Make your Summer!

Fri, 25 May 2012 16:16:52 BST

Roland are being very generous this summer, offering some great deals on some of their most popular products. With offers on The Roland F-120R Digital Piano, SPD-30 OCTAPAD the HPD-10 HandSonic.

The Temper Trap, Django Django, Professor Green and Sound City Artists with Signed Eastcoast Guitar

Fri, 25 May 2012 10:10:11 BST

We provided Sound City with an Eastcoast guitar for all the great artists on this years line-up to sign it! Check out our photo album of Professor Green, Michael Kiwanuka, Post War Years and many more.

New Electro-Harmonix Crying Tone Wah Pedal Demo

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:12:35 BST

The Electro-Harmonix Crying Tone Wah Wah Pedal is the flagship pedal of the Next Step Range. This new wah wah pedal is unlike any ever made and now you can watch the new demo and see this enigma in action!

Liverpool Sound City Wrap Up

Wed, 23 May 2012 17:17:18 BST

Visit us at the Liverpool Sound City Expo this weekend? Check if you've won our Yamaha competition! We've also a load of pictures from the event, where you can see all the great bands playing Orange Amplifiers.

The Virtual Moog Google Doodle | It's Play-Time!

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:14:30 BST

Today would have been Robert Moog�s 78th birthday, and to celebrate Google have featured a fully playable mini Moog virtual synthesizer on their homepage. So, get on over there and have a play!

Avid Sibelius First Software | Simply a Must Have

Tue, 22 May 2012 13:13:15 BST

It�s never been easier to start writing your own music. Now with the release of Avid Sibelius First, composition and songwriting are a piece of cake. Featuring many great features from Sibelius 7, for a "fraction" of the price, this little brother package is an absolute must have!

M-Audio Fast Track C400 & C600 | What's the difference?

Tue, 22 May 2012 9:09:56 BST

The fast track C400 and C600 provide logical solutions for musicians of all skill levels, and with the option of bundling the interface with the industry standard ProTools software, it�s no wonder why everybody wants one! But which one?

Tuner Special | Our top 5 Chromatic Tuners

Mon, 21 May 2012 12:12:57 BST

There are a good few types of tuners out there but one of the most popular types is the chromatic tuner. See our favourite 5...

Three Men on a Bike | Win 40 Boss Pedals

Fri, 18 May 2012 17:17:04 BST

They done it in 2010 and raised 22k for charity. Now they�re doing it again. Three men from Roland�s board of directors will be cycling the breadth of the UK to raise money for the charities Children in Need and Music for All. AND you can win 40 Boss Pedals by entering the prize draw! It's a win win!

Yamaha @ Sound City Expo 2012 | What to Expect

Wed, 16 May 2012 12:12:04 BST

As most of you probably already know, the Liverpool Sound City Expo is being held this weekend at the Liverpool Echo Arena. Check out what Yamaha will have on display for you!

You'll Be Seeing Orange at Liverpool Sound City this Weekend

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:17:40 BST

Orange Amplifiers are supporting Liverpool Sound City Festival with backlines at some of the key venues including The Kazimier, The Shipping Forecase and Leaf Cafe.

Steinberg Offers and Demonstration at Liverpool Sound City

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:11:18 BST

Steinberg special offer: Buy any Steinberg product over 85 between April 1st and June 30th and choose a CMC controller of your choice for 84. Steinberg will also be demonstrating their latest gear the Liverpool Sound City Expo on May 18th + 19th 2012

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol F1 First Look at Liverpool Sound City

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:10:21 BST

This weekend Native Instruments will be demonstrating the brand new Traktor Kontrol F1 on the Dolphin Music stand at Liverpool Sound City. Due for release on May 30th 2012

Epiphone G400 SG Pro in Ebony and Cherry | In Stock Now |

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:16:42 BST

2012 Epiphone G400 SG Pro in both Ebony and Cherry finishes include upgraded electronics. At just 259, Epiphone give you real original Gibson Les Paul classic tone and sound.

Juno Family Bundles | Roland Juno + Headphones + Stand

Fri, 11 May 2012 15:15:54 BST

The Roland JUNO series of Synthesizers are each packed with Roland�s latest, greatest sounds and a surprising array of performance tools. We�re now offering you some great Juno family bundles� The Keyboards with a stand and headphones too. Everything you need to get started on your Juno journey.

Dolphin At Liverpool Sound City Expo 2012

Thu, 10 May 2012 15:15:23 BST

Acts playing the festival include Alkaline Trio, Mystery Jets, Death In Vegas and Alt-J, plus we'll be there with friends like Yamaha, Native Instruments, Propellerhead, Peavey and more.

The Nord Drum Synth | Meet your new Bestie

Wed, 09 May 2012 16:16:28 BST

The revolutionary Nord Drum Synth features a vast sonic palette and an astounding level of playability. Guaranteed to change your perception of what�s possible with synthetic, sample free percussion.

Roland TD electronic drum kits: what's new in the latest releases?

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:14:43 BST

Roland have just released their new range of TD electronic drum kits with some fantastic new features and benefits to the modern drummer, including SuperNATURAL Sounds and Behaviour modelling.

Fender 2012 Pawn Shop Series | The Rare Birds

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:13:15 BST

The new 2012 Pawn Shop Series. Fender call them� The guitars that never were, but should have been. We call them� The nicest guitars to come out of Fender in a long time.

Roland R-Mix Software | New Era of Production

Tue, 08 May 2012 15:15:26 BST

The Roland R-Mix is a software package designed for people who want to �break apart� a stereo mix and edit the individual elements. With lots of supercool features, the R-Mix is a game changer!

What the Folk? Be Smart about your Music Making!

Fri, 04 May 2012 16:16:28 BST

It�s on the come-up, that�s what the Folk is up! Everyone is talking about Folk instruments, and if they�re not talking about them they�re playing them, and with good reason...

The Best Microphones for Lead Vocals | Our Big 5

Fri, 04 May 2012 13:13:15 BST

You could look at this as a few words of advice in finding the best microphone to record lead vocals. We're giving you our version of The Big 5...

The Gretsch Electromatic Series | Special Jet | Affordable Quality

Tue, 01 May 2012 12:12:25 BST

The past few months has seen some new Gretsch guitars be introduced... Gretsch have expanded their range of Electromatic guitars, which has made us very happy and here�s why...

Yamaha DTX Drum Kits | with all your Accessories!

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:13:15 BST

the Yamaha DTX kits have been designed to set a new benchmark for electronic drum kit standards, great features, guaranteed quality and brilliant accessories now available from us!

The Peavey Impulse 12D has Landed!

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:11:18 BST

The Peavey Impulse 12D has a true ribbon driver, a 12� field-replaceable dual voice coil premium neodymium speaker and also features Peavey�s revolutionary IPR power amp technology, producing 1200 watts of efficient power� It's arrived!

AKG D5 | The Backing Vocal Redeemer!

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:15:28 BST

We love it, the pro engineers love it, the artists love it and you will too... The AKG D5 is a dynamic mic designed for vocals and will coat your BVs in a layer of crisp brilliance like you wouldn't believe!

PreSonus AudioBox Studio | The Compact Studio for You!

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:11:00 BST

Students, Podcasters and all of you musicians out there, feast your eyes upon one of the sweetest music packages you may ever see! The PreSonus AudioBox Studio!

Native News | TRAKTOR SCRATCH AUDIO 10 and 6 | In Stock

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:10:57 BST

Available now are the two new releases from Native Instruments, the Traktor Scratch Audio 6 and 10. Plus we have a price drop for you on the Komplete Audio 6 too...

The Gretsch CVT III | It's Controversial

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:11:55 BST

The Gretsch CVT III is one of Gretsch's most inexpensive models, but some if this guitar's features have been a topic of discussion amongst some of you die-hard Gretschers.

Bert Weedon RIP

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:15:01 BST

Bert Weedon RIP. We are saddened to hear that Bert Weedon OBE has passed today away at the age of 91.

Electro-Harmonix Superego & Crying Tone | Coming Soon!

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:14:07 BST

The Electro-Harmonix Superego and Crying Tone Guitar Effects Pedals are brand new from Electro-Harmonix this month, and the'll be landing here soon.

Fender Mustang Floor Multi-FX Unit | NEW to the Mustang Series

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:10:19 BST

The Fender Mustang Floor! Fender'sfirst...EVER... multi-FX unit. Pro-level amp modelling, effects and artist preset sounds. Professional calibre modelling and effects in a richly varied wealth of musical styles.

Student Discounts on Music Software Packages | Education Prices

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:17:34 BST

Attention Music Students! Did you know you may be eligible for discounts on many music software packages! Cubase and Pro Tools for the techies and Sibelius for music students.

All New CMC Controllers for Cubase | IN STOCK

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:12:22 BST

The all new CMC Controllers for Steinberg's Cubase production software are now in stock. Create your own custom control desk.

Roland Jupiter-80 Version 2 Software Update

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:11:05 BST

Roland have released a new version 2 software upate for the immense Jupiter-80 stage synthesizer, offering some great new features a lot of you will be happy to walcome!

Ed O'Brien | Radiohead Guitarist | His Line 6 Gear

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:13:19 BST

Radiohead�s guitarist and backing vocalist Ed O�Brien is recognized for his large collection of effects pedals used to create Radiohead�s distinct sound. Check out his Line 6 Gear here...

Line 6 Free v2.0 Firmware Update For POD HD Multi-effects

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:17:38 BST

Line 6 have recently released the v2.0 firmware update for POD HD Multi-effects. This new update builds upon the sonic palette of their Popular POD HD500, POD HD and POD HD Pro multi-effects processors.

The sE Electronics Gemini II Mic is Marcus Miller's No.1!

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:13:46 BST

The sE Electronics Gemini II is Marcus Miller's first choice of microphones, find out why...

The Digitech iPB-10: Turn your iPad into a guitar effects powerhouse

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:11:21 BST

The Digitech iPB-10: Turn your iPad into a guitar effects powerhouse

All About the Music | Writers and Photographers

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:17:27 BST

If you're a writer or photographer, take a look here of how we can work together to make it 'All About the Music'. We want you!

How to Record in Logic with Apogee Duet 2

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:10:35 BST

Apogee Duet 2 is said to be the best solution for recording on your Mac. See how you can get started recording with the Apogee Duet 2 and Logic software.

COMPETITION | Win a Boss GT-10 FX Pedal

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:15:55 BST

Our most recent competition! Win a Boss GT-10 Guitar FX Pedal worth 299.99! See how to enter, it's really easy...

Marshall Amplification Founder Jim Marshall Dies Aged 88

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:13:00 BST

Jim Marshall OBE, founder of the Marshall Amplification company has sadly passed away at the age of 88.

Scott Tibbs + The Roland Jupiter 50 = Magic!

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:11:22 BST

The Jupiter 50 was introduced earlier this year at Musikmesse 2012, and it has already began changing the way we make music. Watch the renowned musical mastermind Scott Tibbs work his magic...

Hohner Harmonicas | Puck in C Now in Stock

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:13:56 BST

Would you like to learn to play the harmonica but don�t know where to start, we have some info to help you on your way!