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Production Room opening Yamaha digital piano department
Manufacturer chooses Leeds-based store to create "the ultimate Clavinova and AvantGrand demonstration centre."
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Gibson tries new wood
After run-ins with the Government over its use of exotic woods, Gibson has released its first guitars with composite fingerboards.
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Wells moves up at TEAC/Tascam
Neil Wells has moved up to sales and marketing director of TEAC's pro and consumer audio product divisions.
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Mogwai's gear stolen from Glasgow studio
Thieves make up off with around £9,300-worth of equipment, including a Gretsch Country Gentleman and a variety of Orange amps.
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National Music Plan reveals coalition cuts
NEWSThe National Music Plan for music education was announced today, with central procurement of instruments, which the MIA has been lobbying against, not mentioned but cuts of £17m over the ...
Mel Bay offers Christmas packs
NEWSSheet music specialist Mel Bay is offering retailers a number of seasonal promotional packs in the run up to Christmas.
Avid releases Pro Tools + Eleven Rack bundle
NEWSAvid has announced the release of Pro Tools + Eleven Rack, a new specially designed bundle for guitarists, complete with DSP-accelerated audio interface.
Andertons celebrates store reopening
NEWSAndertons Music in Guildford held a gathering yesterday (November 24th) in celebration of its grand opening following an extensive refit.
Höfner announces trio of new models
NEWSHöfner has expanded its guitar offering with the new HCTRGVN resonator, HCTVTHVB limited edition electric and HCT5005SB bass models.
Traktor to feature on Gadget Show
NEWSDJ equipment will be in the spotlight on Monday's Gadget Show on C5, with the Traktor Kontrol S4 filmed at BPM featuring heavily.
SKB introduces world's first amplified pedalboard
NEWSSKB has developed the world's first AC/DC pedalboard, featuring a built-in combo amp with six-inch Eminence speaker.
Have you signed the Live Music petition yet?
NEWSHelp change the current laws governing the performance of live music by signing the MIA and UK Music's petition.
Monacor launches 2012 catalogue
NEWSMonacor International has released its new 2012 catalogue, entitled Electronics for Specialists.
Gregg Wright tours UK with Carlsbro
NEWSGregg Wright – often referred to as the "King of Rockin' Blues" – has been touring UK clubs with the re-issued and revamped Carlsbro 50 Top DC and 4x12 cab.
Gear4music man wins Roland V-Drums Championships UK
NEWSThe UK leg of the Roland V-Drums Championships has been won by a member of Gear4music.com's customer service team.
Edinburgh youngsters to get free music tuition
NEWSHundreds of primary school pupils across Edinburgh are to receive free weekly music lessons and voice coaching sessions due to a £125,000 investment, the Edinburgh Evening News has reported.
Sharpe's back with Tone Tools
NEWSGary Sharpe, former joint MD of leading North West retailer Sounds Great, is making the move to distribution this week with the launch of a new venture, Tone Tools Distribution.
Watch Albion's TCT35C demo
NEWSGuitarist Ant Glynne has put together a demo for Albion's TCT 35 valve combo, created by amp building icon Steve Grindrod.
Check out Vox documentary on BBC One
NEWSThe story of Vox amps is told on BBC One next Tuesday in a special documentary, introduced by comedian Iain Lee.
Protection Racket adds nine new endorsees
NEWSProtection Racket has welcomed Anthrax's Charlie Benante (pictured) to its artist roster, along with eight other big name musicians.
Get your own page on MI Pro for £500
NEWSFor the next few weeks it costs only £500 to have your own company page on MI Pro for a whole year.
AMPLIFICATION: Hartke Kilo
NEW GEARHartke has introduced the Kilo (£799), a bass amplifier that offers 1,000 Watts of bridged mono power or 500 Watts ...
MOR Music wins Yorkshire retail award
NEWSMOR Music of York was named Retailer of the Year at the Press Business Awards, which took place in the Voltigeur Suite at York Racecourse on Thursday November 17th.
Gibson tries new wood
NEWSAfter run-ins with the Government over its use of exotic woods, Gibson has released its first guitars with composite fingerboards.
Production Room opening Yamaha digital piano department
NEWSYamaha has teamed up with Leeds MI retailer Production Room to create "the new home of Clavinova in West Yorkshire.
Wells moves up at TEAC/Tascam
NEWSNeil Wells has moved up to sales and marketing director of TEAC's pro and consumer audio product divisions, as the firm brings both under one roof for the first time.
Messe Frankfurt introduces free WiFi
NEWSStarting from January 2012, wireless internet access will be free across all exhibition grounds at Messe Frankfurt’s own fairs.
Mogwai's gear stolen from Glasgow studio
NEWSThieves have stolen thousands of pounds-worth of musical equipment from Scottish rock band Mogwai while they were on tour.
The Great British Guitar Show
EVENTSLocation: Birmingham
The re-branded Birmingham Guitar Show is set to return next February.
