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INTERVIEW: Flock of Dimes on writing an album about learning to be alone, why artists need limitations, and the value of music

INTERVIEW: Flock of Dimes on writing an album about learning to be alone, why artists need limitations, and the value of music

NEWS

MI Pro editor Laura Barnes caught up with Wye Oak’s Jenn Wasner to find out more about her solo project Flock of Dimes and new album If You See Me, ...

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 12th 2016 at 11:21AM
LunaStone joins ADG, launches the Pusher booster pedal

LunaStone joins ADG, launches the Pusher booster pedal

NEW GEAR

LunaStone has launched a brand new guitar pedal called the Pusher.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 11th 2016 at 3:36PM
We need to strike a good Brexit deal by 2019, warns BRC

We need to strike a good Brexit deal by 2019, warns BRC

NEWS

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has called on Government negotiators to keeping shop prices low once the UK leaves the European Union.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 11th 2016 at 3:20PM
Adam Hall Group expands Cameo lighting range with Daslight Interface

Adam Hall Group expands Cameo lighting range with Daslight Interface

NEW GEAR

Adam Hall Group has introduced the Cameo DVC 4 Powered by Daslight – the first product from its new partnership ...

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 11th 2016 at 12:03PM

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Industry calls for boarder crossing exceptions for instruments made of endangered material

Industry calls for boarder crossing exceptions for instruments made of endangered material

NEWS

A number of industry bodies have urged for the revision of the laws around travelling with instruments made from endangered materials.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 11th 2016 at 10:05AM

Production Executive

UK - London

Production Executive – London Bridge

INTERVIEW: How the String Butler keeps guitars tuned for longer

INTERVIEW: How the String Butler keeps guitars tuned for longer

NEWS

One of the gadgets featured in a recent MI Pro Crowdfunding Corner was the String Butler. Created by Sven Dietrich, the device aims to keep guitar strings tuned for longer.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 10th 2016 at 5:30PM
Elysia introduces the mpressor 500 compressor module

Elysia introduces the mpressor 500 compressor module

NEW GEAR

Studio processor manufacturer elysia has unveiled the mpressor 500, the latest edition to its 500 series lineup.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 10th 2016 at 5:10PM

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Emerging UK musicians to benefit from £2.8m scheme to break into overseas markets

Emerging UK musicians to benefit from £2.8m scheme to break into overseas markets

NEWS

Young musicians in the UK are set to benefit from the relaunch of the Music Export Growth Scheme (MEGS).

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 10th 2016 at 4:27PM
MPI to distribute LOUD's Mackie brand of audio systems

MPI to distribute LOUD's Mackie brand of audio systems

NEWS

LOUD Technologies has announced that MPI Electronic SRL will handle the distribution of its Mackie brand in Italy.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 10th 2016 at 3:46PM

Marketing Manager

UK - London

An exciting opportunity to join the UK’s leading supplier of professional audio and music technology to the world’s top broadcasters, recording studios and post production facilities.

Ed Harcourt enlists Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Carl Barat and more for child refugee benefit concert

Ed Harcourt enlists Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Carl Barat and more for child refugee benefit concert

NEWS

Mercury Prize nominee Ed Harcourt is supporting kid's entertainment charity The Flying Seagull Project by curating a benefit concert for child refugees.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 10th 2016 at 11:19AM

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REVIEW: Mad Professor's Sweet Honey Overdrive Deluxe pedal

REVIEW: Mad Professor's Sweet Honey Overdrive Deluxe pedal

NEWS

When asked to review the new Mad Professor ‘Sweet Honey Overdrive Deluxe’ effects pedal, I didn’t really know what to expect.

by Robert Briden
on Oct 10th 2016 at 10:23AM
Arturia introduces its first 100% analog drum machine, the DrumBrute

Arturia introduces its first 100% analog drum machine, the DrumBrute

NEW GEAR

Arturia has announced the arrival of DrumBrute – the firm’s first 100% analog drum machine and sequencer.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 9th 2016 at 3:02PM
Vest that lets deaf people experience music debuts at Lady Gaga Dive Bar Tour

Vest that lets deaf people experience music debuts at Lady Gaga Dive Bar Tour

NEWS

Wearable tech firm Music: Not Impossible has created a vest that lets deaf concertgoers experience music.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 9th 2016 at 12:48PM
Top 10 biggest stories of the week

Top 10 biggest stories of the week

NEWS

This week, the news about the new national minimum wage topped the list of the most read stories on MI Pro.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 7th 2016 at 10:17AM

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Embertone kicks off new Whiskey Series with Mountain Dulcimer software

Embertone kicks off new Whiskey Series with Mountain Dulcimer software

NEW GEAR

Embertone has unveiled Mountain Dulcimer – the first sample-based virtual instrument release in its Whiskey Series, which samples musical instruments ...

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 7th 2016 at 9:45AM
Thousands to march through London with musical instruments to save the UK's nightlife

Thousands to march through London with musical instruments to save the UK's nightlife

NEWS

Thousands of people are planning a peaceful protest through the capital this weekend in support of London’s nightlife.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 6th 2016 at 5:24PM
Two new Walnut Stain bass guitars added to Spector’s UK range

Two new Walnut Stain bass guitars added to Spector’s UK range

NEW GEAR

Barnes & Mullins has confirmed the addition of two new Walnut Stain bass guitar models to its Spector Legend Neck-Thru ...

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 6th 2016 at 2:05PM
Global MI market set for rapid growth thanks to reality shows, classical music and keyboards

Global MI market set for rapid growth thanks to reality shows, classical music and keyboards

NEWS

Over the next ten years, the musical instrument market is set for rapid growth, with North America and Western Europe continuing to hold leading market share.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 6th 2016 at 10:20AM
Red Dog Music Larrivee acoustic showcase

Red Dog Music Larrivee acoustic showcase

EVENTS
Oct 22nd 2016

Location: Leeds

Red Dog Music Leeds will be hosting a showcase for Larrivee acoustic guitars on October 22nd.

REVIEW: IK Multimedia's AmpliTube 4

REVIEW: IK Multimedia's AmpliTube 4

NEWS

Not that many years ago, if you were a home studio-based musician and you wanted to record an authentic sounding guitar part for a track, there were a couple of ...

on Oct 5th 2016 at 2:35PM
Barnes & Mullins helps out bassist Keith Duffy with DR Strings for Ronan Keating tour

Barnes & Mullins helps out bassist Keith Duffy with DR Strings for Ronan Keating tour

NEWS

Exclusive UK&I distributor for DR Strings Barnes & Mullins has lent a helping hand to Keith Duffy with a supply of his favourite strings for his ongoing touring duties with ...

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 5th 2016 at 12:17PM
The best new jobs in the music industry: HHB, Gear4music and more

The best new jobs in the music industry: HHB, Gear4music and more

NEWS

Looking for a new job in the music industry? Check out the latest vacancies on the MI Pro jobs board.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 5th 2016 at 10:28AM
UK government maintains bursaries for music teachers

UK government maintains bursaries for music teachers

NEWS

The initial teacher training funding figures have been released, revealing that bursaries for music teachers will be maintained.

Laura  Barnes
by Laura Barnes
on Oct 5th 2016 at 9:47AM