A lot of the rockers of the 60s, 70s and 80s are all suffering problems such as deafness and tinnitus - we here at Music Junkie can help you avoid this terrible fate!

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The Akai EIE audio interfaces offer cool features including four XLR inputs on the front and 3 USB inputs on the back, so we thought we'd tell you a little about them!

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The Novation Impulse range of MIDI controllers are the latest in high-quality studio keyboards, but what's the verdict? Matt from Music Junkie talks you through...

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The Bose L1 PA System delivers incredible sound, and that's improved by a Tonematch module - one of the most advanced mixers ever made. Here's some details for you...

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The new Fender American Standard 2012 range of electric guitars take some of the most iconic guitars in history and improve them. How? Let us take you through it...

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The Novation Twitch DJ Controller is one of the coolest controllers we've seen in a long time - now available to buy online or in store at an insane price!

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Not too sure how to restring your new guitar. We here at Music Junkie thought we'd present a little guide to help you along!

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Guitarists love wireless systems - it means that they can thrash about all they want on (and off) stage and never trip or unplug. Here's why the Relay is a great option!

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While we've already explained why Bose PA systems sound so amazing, there's plenty of choice in the range - so which Bose System is right for you? Answers inside!

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The Line 6 BackTrack has impressed all of us here at the Junkie - it's an intelligent recorder to ensure you never lose an idea while jamming again. We love it!

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The Boss GT-10 is a beast of a pedal, offering a huge range of high-quality Boss guitar effects. But what is it that makes it the don?

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The Mackie Big Knob is not only an incredibly useful monitor switching system to reference your mixes, but it also has a funny name - let's have a look at what it does!

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New from Fender and Roland is the new G-5 V-Guitar Stratocaster, a modelling guitar offering an incredible range of sounds and tunings. Let's take a closer look!

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The Roland SH-01 GAIA is one of the coolest synths under £500 that we've ever seen at the Junkie, and we decided to review its best features for you!

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Last year Focusrite released something called a VRM box and I’ll be honest I immediately thought ‘well I don’t need one of them’ put the box down and forgot all about it. People… I was wrong… very wrong; do you know what I’ve spent the last several days doing (of course you don’t – you’re not me)? I have been burning CD’s, constantly burning stupid CD’s, I hate burning CD’s.

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Lee from Music Junkie loves the Roland RD-300NX Digital Stage piano! By way of introduction to our keyboard expert, we let him tell you why the RD series are worth it...

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Hi guys, Dan here from Music Junkie to talk to you about something incredibly cool just announced by Gibson - the Gibson Joe Bonamassa ES-335. Now, if I were to own a 50-year-old 335, I wouldn't let it out of my sight - but thankfully for us Joe allowed Gibson's custom shop to borrow his for a little while....

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Yamaha have recently introduced their new THR series of amplifiers and they sound incredible - but what is it that makes them so great? We take a closer look!

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The new Line 6 James Tyler Variax Electric Guitars are incredibly cool - we've had a chance to play with them and here's what we think of them!

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What's the difference between solid top and laminate? One of the most common questions we hear at MJ, and if you want to buy an acoustic guitar you need to know the difference!

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The Squier Classic Vibe series combines great workmanship with classic styling and a low price. Want to know more? Check out our review before you buy online!

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The new Gibson Les Paul Standard 2012 is the finest Les Paul Standard Gibson have ever offered. What makes it so great? Check it out before you buy online!

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Choosing a PA system for live performance is tricky - but we at Music Junkie are here to help you choose the right PA Setup. Read on for PA advice to help you!

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The new Fender Select Series Electric Guitars and Basses have got plenty of pulses racing in the musical world - and why not? We take a closer look at a few models...

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The Korg SP-170 is an affordable digital piano for home or stage. We love it here at Music Junkie, and we thought we'd share with you a few of the reasons why!

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So you've been playing for a while, you can write a little, but what you really want to do is get recording. How should you do it? Well, here's how we do it...

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Hi guys, we're currently sat here sifting through the NAMM products and figuring out what we're loving and what we're not, so I thought I'd write a little something about it! I'm really liking the look of some of the smaller amp combos that are going to be released, particularly the Vox AC4C1-BL Custom Series Amp.

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Let's set the scene. You're a hard-working band or DJ, you're doing pretty well, and you get the chance to play a wedding. Decent money and a big crowd to promote yourselves to - a dream opportunity! But wait, to get your PA speakers far enough apart, you've got to trail a wire across the reception....aaagh!!!!

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The Korg Monotribe is the new analogue ribbon synthesizer from Korg. Allowing you to create on the go, this portable synth is available now to buy online or in store!

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The Ibanez Tube Screamer is one of the most enduring guitar effects in the history of rock and roll - we thought we'd give you a bit of history before you buy!

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Ableton Live is one of the most popular DAWs on the market, and a favourite of live performers of electronica. What makes it so great for live musicians? Check our review!

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Coming soon to the Junkie, Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol F1! This amazing new bit of DJ gear is looking like a great addition to any setup...

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Here at Music Junkie we love to be helpful, so we're answering all of the most common questions that we hear. What is a MIDI controller? Click here for all your answers!

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Yamaha A Series guitars are designed to be work horse guitars providing solid sound both unplugged and amplified. We love them, and we'd like to tell you why!

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The Fender American Deluxe Stratocaster, the traditional look and feel of a classic Strat, but with that extra bit of juice under the hood. Let's see why they're great...

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The Morpheus Bomber pedal is the ultimate solution to the problem of detuning when using a tremolo arm. Offering chordal polyphonic pitch shifting, the Bomber is a beast!

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CD Decks are becoming increasingly popular in the DJ world, but you need to make sure that your decks are the best! The Numark NDX900 puts you at the top of your game.

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The Wah pedal has been one of the most popular guitar effects for decades - but which one should you choose for your killer solos? We present a small guide to which Wah!

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Now for something totally different!.....Being the Apple fanatic that I indeed am, the idea of this Alto Masterlink Live 24 definitely caught my attention.

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The KRK VXT series of monitors represent an extra step up in quality from KRK. Widely regarded as great monitors, what is it that makes the VXTs so special?

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Just in at the Junkie, the new Gibson SG Special Electric Guitar with wraparound bridge - A cool affordable Gibson available now to buy online or in store!

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Introducing, the Novation Launchpad Ableton Live Controller for DJ Performance & Studio Composition. This is a beautiful piece of kit that has risen very quickly in popularity to become one of the most sought after controllers out on the market right now!

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Thanks to Vox, whether or not you can play like Satch, you can sound like him. Vox's Satriani range of pedals were developed with the man himself - let's take a look!

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The Nord range. Each one bright red, and a few with features such as wooden controls, they're all visually striking - but that's not the only great thing about them - they also sound amazing!

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You could save up to £50 on a new guitar thanks to the Fender Rebate scheme - ust pop in store and we'll take the money off at the till. Easy! Here's some details...

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We here at Music Junkie want to help you to answer some of the most common questions we get asked. First up, what is a sound card? We have all the answers for you!

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Here’s a very cool little number that’s just arrived in Music Junkie – the Gibson Firebird Studio! This new edition of the famous Firebird, with non-reverse headstock, ala the original 1965-69 bodied Firebird III, is here right now and ready to rock!

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The Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56 Multi-Channel Firewire Audio Interface is a truly amazing bit of studio gear. Read our review before you buy online from Music Junkie!

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Something that we get asked about a lot here at MJ is the difference between various different styles of traditional PA setup, and what the best setup is for different scenarios.

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You love Fender guitars, we love Fender guitars - so let's talk about it! We're an official Fender dealer here, so let's look at what we have available to buy online.

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The Marshall JVM series of guitar amplifiers offer classic Marshall tone with modern improvements including hugely configurable sound. Check out our review here!

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The Ashdown MiBass Lightweight Bass Amp Head is the solution to the problem of brutally heavy and bulky bass amplifiers - But what else is good about it? Well, plenty...

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I'd like to introduce you guys today to the Korg SV-1 Stage Vintage Piano. This great great piano has been getting serious love from audiences since 2009, and has now been given some slick new stage finishes, unleashed at Namm 2012.

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What is a powered mixer? One of the most common questions we get here at Music Junkie, and part of our guide on how to choose a PA system!

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...Or, why you should buy a Gibson Les Paul as soon as possible. Gibson have had some highly-publicised issues over the last year or so with a law called the Lacey Act, a conservationist law that aims to protect sources of endagered wood (amongst other things). What does this mean for Gibson Guitars?

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Matt here at Music Junkie just wanting to share some views on Bose L1 PA systems. Now when I first came across the Bose L1 systems I have to admit that I wasn’t convinced. After being used to the conventional PA system consisting of huge speaker boxes and even bigger subs, I thought “how can this uber compact L1 sound good?? Surely it’s like a fashion statement or something…”

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It can however, be a bit of a daunting task when you first start out – and with a home pianos generally starting at around £400 - £500, it’s a decision you want to get right, or maybe you’ve been playing a bit longer and want to upgrade, which can sometimes be an even harder decision.

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Here at Music Junkie, we love Gibson - that's no secret. We love the Explorer, we love the Firebird, we love the Les Paul and we love the Gibson 335, but today I'm here to talk to you about the SG.

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Alesis have just released the sample pad – it’s only £99 and I brought one straight away, literally it came in and I bought it. £99 is well within my budget for giving things a go – even if I only use it once, I don’t care.

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Love it or hate it, the Gibson SG Standard in Bullion Gold limited edition guitar is in Music Junkie right now. It’s a real marmite guitar, some people look at it and see their name in lights as they rock a packed out arena to thousands of screaming fans,

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Picture the scene - you're at home, you're making some killer tracks, but you feel like it's missing something - one completely awesome sound or effect that would turn it from a great track - because, let's face it, all of your tracks are great - into the masterpiece that it clearly yearns to be.

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No, I'm not here to talk to you about Phil Collins - I'm here to talk to you about the amazing range of Les Paul Studios that Gibson have to offer.

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Native Instruments have just announced that the Traktor Kontrol S2 is going to be on an insane deal for a from the 1st of February through until March 31st. Now this isn’t a token gesture it’s an incredible saving of £170 off its original retail price of £499.

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Today ladies and gentlemen my blog is going to be on something that I wanted to know big time when I started developing my guitar sound. What order should I put my effects pedals in?

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Hey all, Dan here from Music Junkie to talk to you about a couple of the more unusual Fender releases at this year's NAMM show. Now, we all know Fender do amplifiers - for instance, at the time of writing, we have the Mustang I, Mustang III and Mustang IV in store, not to mention the stunning Red October Hot Rod Deluxe.

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On the 25th February an event is happening that has become something of legend in the Music Junkie calendar. We’re holding a Saturday dedicated to all things Gibson.

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So you've got a nice new shiny amp and a lovely new guitar. You get back to your rehearsal room, plug it in and crank up the gain and..........WHATS THAT!!! A really annoying hiss when you’re not playing. That’s it back to the shop for a refund as this amp must be faulty.

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There are many types of guitarist out there - the Shredder, the Folkster, the Classico, the Punk - I'm sure you've probably met all of these. Me, personally, I'm a Shoegazer...

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I’ve been doing a lot of blogs about guitars recently and so I it feels like the right time to branch out and get our heads into something different. So, introducing to you now, the Roland R-05 WAV & MP3 Recorder.

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Remember the Roland HD-1? Little drum-kit, good for people with limited space in flats and stuff, good idea but slightly poorly executed (I think even Roland would admit they could have done it a lot better) – well they’ve fixed it.

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Fender have taken their first step into the world of multi-effect floorboards with the Mustang Floor, a brand new modelling floorboard with all of the effect and amplifier processing power of a Mustang amplifier.

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The MAX49 clearly combines new cutting edge technology, merging seamlessly with classic capabilities. We love its slick red appearance and the semi-weighted feel of the key base.

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Did you know Ibanez Guitars have a load of new NAMM products? No, I didn’t until about twenty minutes ago, so being the wonderful, considerate person that I am, I thought I’d tell you about them as well – aren’t I spiffy?

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Thought you should know, it looks all touch screeny and cool. I don’t really do PA but I do like Line 6 and all the gear that I’ve purchased from them over the years has been awesome, so I’m not expecting this to be any different.

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We need something to look forward too… we need Festivals. No – it’s not too early, tickets are gonna go on sale soon – and take it from someone who always, ALWAYS, misses the tickets when they go on sale – you need to plan now!

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Now the DJ controller market is quite saturated with top quality gear from the likes of Native Instruments, Numark, Novation, American DJ leading the way with many many more following suit, what sets the 4Trak apart from the pack?

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Fender is very proud to introduce the Johnny Marr signature Jaguar® guitar, which puts the inventive ringing sounds and highly distinctive design mods of one of the U.K.’s greatest modern-era guitarists in your hands.

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When Fender release a whole new high end range of guitars that have had a whole load of new stuff thrown on them – well lets just say I reach a level of excitement that’s wholly inappropriate for a public place.

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Here at Music Junkie we have been eagerly awaiting to hear about the latest hot DJ products that we will be seeing in our store over the next year - and much to our excitement, Korg have announced the second generation of the Korg Kaossilator 2.

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Akai Professional have announced 3 brand new MPC Controllers at the Namm 2012 Show. Akai have updated their Classic models to bring them bang up to date with today's musician.

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With its angular body and pointed headstock, it certainly caused a fuss when it was first released in 1958. These have become extremely collectable instruments, as around only 100 of these original models were actually created. They can now be found selling upwards of half a million dollars!

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Hey guys, I thought I’d do a cheeky blog for you today on the Numark N4 Digital Dj Controller and Mixer. This is Numark’s new beast, and what a beast it is!

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Hi guys, Dan here from Music Junkie to run you through a little bit of info one one of our newest lines - Peavey Amplifiers! We are really excited and pleased to have been appointed by Peavey to be the Exclusive Peavey Dealer in the Leicestershire area!!

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So you're a guitarist. That's cool, we like that. You want amazing tone and loads of volume. That's even cooler, we like that too. You also want something that looks amazing, because you're so stylish. That's so cool and we like that so much that we've decided to do a blog post especially for you!

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This is more than an Epiphone Les Paul. This is a collector's edition, a musician's ideal and a fan's dream. Order yours today from Music Junkie or call in to our Flagship Music Shop in Leicester - But hurry these will sell out fast never to be seen again!

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Once upon a time, Leicester was a dark place… a lonely place… a place where if you woke up one morning and decided you wanted a Gibson Guitar or a recording set-up of any description, you were pretty much screwed or at the very least be doomed to travel to, you know, to another city or something.

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Somebody That I Used to Know - Walk off the Earth (Gotye - Cover) Very Cool you gotta check this out!!!

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The Gibson ES-335. The world's first commercial thinline semi-acoustic guitar and one of the most iconic instruments ever made. Whether in the hands of BB King, John Lee Hooker or more recent rockers like Dave Grohl (who has his own signature model), the 335 has a tone all its own and has many imitators - but no equal!

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We take a closer look at the IK Multimedia IRig Microphone to see if it really is any good or just a Gimmick!!!

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New Akai pedals, we've never had a range of pedals fly off the shelves at such a rate. Affordable, well-built and finished in fantastic-looking chrome, let's take a look at the pedals available in the range!

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Fender are releasing 12 Telecasters that span the spectrum of Tele's different styles over the years. These range from classic designs to more unusual models, all cool!

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Propellerhead Reason wins Music Software of the Year and DAW of the Year at the MIA Awards.

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Epiphone Festive Guitar Sale Starts Now, Save over £50 on selected models in Stock at Music Junkie

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Performance by London artist Harry Coade putting the Novation Impulse controller keyboard through it's paces.

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Twitch and Ableton Live: Did you know that Novation Twitch now works with Ableton Live too?

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Here at Music Junkie we’re aware that not everyone’s made of money (including us). This however, doesn’t stop us wanting to buy stuff and whilst as a shop, we wholeheartedly endorse the maxing out of credit cards to get hold of that Les Paul you’ve always dreamed of, we understand that sometimes… on very rare occasions – that might not be the best idea.

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If they was good enough for the Beatles, then I think I should take a closer look at the Vox amps....

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Introducing Reason 6, Propllerhead software Reason now has audio recording and sequencing which basically means that Record is now comes with Reason! All for just £299.

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There's a load of looper pedals out there trying to get your attention. In this blog we take a closer look at the VOX VDL-1 to see why it's worth checking it out.

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Electronic Drum Kits Buyers Guide covering Roland VDrums, Yamaha DTX Electrocdrum Kits, Alesis DM Electric Drum Kits and the 2Box DrumIt Electronic Drum Kit

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Fender introduces the next step in the ongoing evolution of its acclaimed G-DEC (Guitar Digital Entertainment Center) amp series, the G-DEC 3. Available in 30-watt and 15-watt versions, the G-DEC 3 takes an exciting leap forward in technology and content, with easy computer connectivity and with many of its 100 presets and audio performance loops created by the world's top artists and session aces.

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Paul Simonon of the Clash (My all time favourite Band) talks about his bass playing and the Classic Album Cover London Callind

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Tuning drums is a horrible, annoying, time consuming process – if you’re a drummer you know this. I’m embarrassed to tell you how long it’s been since I’ve changed my skins mainly because I can’t be bothered to spend an afternoon messing around tuning them after I’ve done it.

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Music Junkie Night Out

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Why Gibson J45’s are Awesome and you should Buy One

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We take a closer look at the fantastic KRK family of professional studio monitors.

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Amazing deals from Fender at Music Junkie!!!.... for a limited time only you can get from £25 up to £90 on selected Fender Products On Line or in our Flagship Music Shop in Leicester.

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Line6 Lowdown Bass Amps. Have a read of our latest review.

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In today's post we review the differences between two Classic Electric Guitars. The Gibson Les Paul Standard Traditional and the Gibson Les Paul 2008. We look at what the differences are and why the 2008 is worth the extra cash!

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My blog today is going to be about the top 5 acoustic guitars that you can buy for under £500. Buying an acoustic guitar can sometimes be a tricky business, the uncertainty as to whether you should spend a lot of cash and then maybe not be satisfied with it, or spend hardly anything and not want to pick up the guitar because it feels like a plank of rotting wood.

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We have just had a bunch of new exciting products arrive at the Music Junkie Store. One thing that grabbed my attention was the brand ne Line 6 M5 Effects pedal. What is it? Well its not a big expensive pedal board nor a limited individual stomp box. This little box of tricks is pretty unique! The Line 6 M5 is a high quality, very versatile effects modeller, with presets and more effects that you are ever gonna use in a single stomp box! (Probably need a catchier description)...This very clever piece of kit sounds amazing is easy to use and at a great price. We highly recommend the M5 and you get chance pop into the store and give one a blast!

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The Ultranova is the rebirth of Novation's legendary Nova synthesizer range. Billed as the successor to the famous 'Supernova' synth, this updated version has state of the art hardware and tactile control with all the character of a vintage synth.

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Devin Townsend the amazing metal guitarist takes time out to meet and greet fans Instore at Music Junkie the Number1 Music Shop in Leicester.

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The POD X3 is no more, it has been replaced by the new, kinda less shiny actually, POD HD. There are, however, still some of the X3’s available and surprise, surprise they’ve come down in price to £229 – this is an amazing saving compared to the POD HD’s £339.

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We talk about the popular Yamaha Acoustic acoustic guitar body sizes across the different ranges

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I thought I’d give a bit of background information on the Gibson ES-335, a bit of history, and talk about why this electric guitar is so special.

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Boss is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the LoopStation, and has introduced an exciting new lineup of RC loopers ready for action. We take a closer look at the RC30.

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Guide to Native Instruments Komplete 8 Upgrade and Crossgrade Options.

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Roland VDrum Clinic Instore at the Music Junkie Store in Leicester, East Midlands

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Brand new due for release in October/November 2011 the Fender Modern Player Series.

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Music Junkie are proud to announce that we have been appointed as an Authorized Gibson Dealer. It is a great privilege and are delighted to be able to help, advise, assist, supply and support you with your treasured Instrument.

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LINE 6 LAUNCHES SPIDER ONLINE A free online resource that provides lessons, amp tones, backing tracks and much more to owners of any Line 6 Spider amplifier

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Native Instruments release S2 Traktor Controller due out in October

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Gibson Guitars, the world's premier guitar manufacturer would like to invite you to a Gibson Guitar Day at Music Junkie, the East Midlands Premier Gibson Guitar Dealer Saturday 24th September

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AUGUST COMPETITION WINNER ANNOUNCED.... ....And the proud winner of the Epiphone Les Paul LP100 is Lee Neal!! Congratulations Lee, Enjoy.

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Fender Old Pine 52 Telebration, These models are LIMITED WORLDWIDE but, Good News, we have managed to secure a few here at Music Junkie.

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Epiphone 50th Anniversary 1961 Casino. Hello all, Andy here, talking today about a brilliant guitar we’ve had in, the Epiphone 50th Anniversary 1961 Casino. Epiphone is celebrating 50 years of the Casino with this new limited edition model and we’re getting right in the spirit of things!

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The Native Instruments Maschine has cemented itself as one of the most important pieces of DJ gear, as well as being great in live band situations. But who loves it?

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New from Native Instruments, Komplete 8 and Komplete 8 Ultimate. We take a look at this amazing new release in studio software and home recording from NI.

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Hi its Andy from Music Junkie here. I just wanted to leave a quick blog on how good the 2BOX Drumit 5 is.

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If you're a guitarist, chances are you'll have used or heard some Line 6 gear. If you're curious, want to learn more or just want to hear some amazing effects, Paul Hindmarsh from Line 6 will be here on Saturday September 10th from 2PM to demonstrate a wide range of gear and answer any questions you may have!

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Gibson 1960's Standard VOS Just Arrived - £4099 at Music Junkie

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If your into guitar players chances are you’ll have heard of the blues legend that is Mr. Aynsley Lister, well good news Aynsley will be holding ab in store Clinic at Music Junkie.

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PRS Care Package worth £300, Free of Charge!

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Epiphone Day In store at Music Junkie on Sat 9th July.

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