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ROLI re-imagines the piano with its new Seaboard Grand

London technology start-up, ROLI, has introduced a radically new take on the traditional piano featuring a soft, three-dimensional playing surface.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 12th 2013 at 10:24AM

MIRC 2013: Bike guru to share sales secrets

Retail sales expert Colin Rees will be demonstrating proven techniques and strategies that have helped bike retailers boost their sales.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 12th 2013 at 10:11AM

Toontracks releases EZkeys Classic Electrics

Adding to its EZkeys range, Toontrack's new EZkeys Classic Electrics edition features two of the most popular electric piano models - the Rhodes MK I and Wurlitzer 200A.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 12th 2013 at 10:02AM

Pro Sound Awards lobbying process revealed

More details on how to win a Pro Sound Award have been announced, with the lobbying process opening next month.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 11th 2013 at 12:00PM

US: Godin takes on Kejam percussion range

Godin Guitars has become the exclusive North American distributor for Kejam Percussion instruments and accessories.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 11th 2013 at 11:23AM

One-stop plug-in shop launches

The team behind the Loopmasters sample distribution portal has launched Pluginboutique.com - a one-stop shop for purchasing plug-ins from leading music software developers.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 11th 2013 at 9:43AM

TV Burp star supports Learn to Play Day

TV Burp comedian and budding ukulele player, Harry Hill will be taking a ukulele class at Gateshead Metro Centre JG Windows store in support of National Learn To Play Day.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 8th 2013 at 11:43AM

MI PRO TV: Check out Absolute's LTPD video

With a week to go before the big day, stores are pulling out all the stops in support of Learn to Play Day. Check out this video from Absolute.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 8th 2013 at 11:22AM

Denmark Street retailers bunker down

With the completion of the Denmark Street development not planned until 2016 at the earliest, the street’s MI retailers are preparing for the long road to redevelopment...

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 8th 2013 at 10:43AM

US: New seven and eight-string USA select models from Jackson

US guitar manufacturer Jackson has responded to the quick rise in popularity of seven and eight-string guitars with the addition of new USA select models.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 8th 2013 at 10:16AM

Great British Guitar Show freezes rebooking rates

Following another successful show, the organisers of the Great British Guitar Show have announced they are freezing booking prices for next year's event until 1st April.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 7th 2013 at 10:20AM

The final countdown to Learn to Play Day

With just over a week until this year's National Learn to Play Day on 16th March support for the event continues to build.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 7th 2013 at 10:03AM

MI Pro March 2013 digital edition out now!

The MI Pro March 2013 digital edition is now available for download and online reading.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 7th 2013 at 9:53AM

Company Profile: Go To Guitars

After an eventful start to 2013, Go To Guitar's MD, Tony Owens, talks about his company's recent expansion and its commitment to retailers...

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 6th 2013 at 10:53AM

World's largest playable tuba on display at Musikmesse

After wowing the crowds at last year's Musikmesse with the world's biggest playable violin, the show is once again showcasing an abnormally large instrument.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 6th 2013 at 10:27AM

The Institute announces higher diploma music industry course

This April marks the beginning of the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance's new higher diploma program for students of guitar, bass, drums and vocals.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 5th 2013 at 9:54AM

MI Pro TV: Supatone Music retail profile

In the second instalment of our video retail profiles, Tim Slater speaks with the owners of newly-opened Supatone Music in Norwich...

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 5th 2013 at 9:40AM

TIM SLATER: Best of British

The Great British Guitar Show demonstrates that – done properly – a national music event could still thrive despite these troubled times.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 4th 2013 at 3:31PM

Check out the new LD Systems product catalogue

Adam Hall brand LD Systems has released its 2013 product catalogue, which is now available to view online.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 4th 2013 at 10:56AM

McDougall joins AVSL

MI veteran, Neil McDougall, has joined AVSL in the newly created position of Group Brands Manager.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 4th 2013 at 10:35AM

Music China confirms dates for 2013

After a record-breaking 2012 show, Music China returns to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre 10th - 13th October.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 4th 2013 at 9:56AM

Hughes & Kettner returns to JHS

JHS is taking over distribution of the Hughes and Kettner brand in the UK from the beginning of April.

by Ronnie Dungan
on Mar 4th 2013 at 9:00AM

Italia celebrates its 15th anniversary

Italia, the quirky Trev Wilkinson-designed range of guitars and basses, is celebrating its 15th year with a host of new models.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 1st 2013 at 10:47AM

US: Fargen Amps introduces second John Lennon signature amp

American amp manufacturer Fargen, has released the second amp in its line that honours the Beatles' guitarist.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 1st 2013 at 10:30AM

D'Addario ships new, re-branded catalogue

After revealing its new branding at the recent winter NAMM show, D'Addario has shipped its latest, re-branded dealer direct catalogue.

by Jory Mackay
on Mar 1st 2013 at 10:12AM