Our latest #thisweek blog post features a date to get hands on the latest Apogee releases at Tileyard Studios. Blocks, the LEGO-like music creation system from ROLI, a video featuring Gavin Harrison and the Nord Drum 3. Availability and shipping announcements for Apogee and a reminder to buy your tickets for the fantastic Music Production Show!

As always, thanks for reading!




ROLI launches BLOCKS, an affordable LEGO-like music creation system for everyone

Last week ROLI, the music technology innovator, launched BLOCKS, the most accessible and scalable music creation system ever made.

ROLI BLOCKS is a modular music studio that opens up the world of music-making to everyone. Each individual Block offers unique capabilities that let people create music in simple but far-reaching ways. The Blocks connect together to create customizable kits that suit any budget, skill level, and musical style. With a click of magnetic connectors, music-makers can now build their instruments as they go.

Watch the film: https://youtu.be/KEV0dO0kxDw

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Apogee Showcase at Tileyard Studios on 14 November

Apogee will be showcasing their most recent product releases at Tileyard Studios on Monday 14th November. Presented by Rob Clark of Apogee in conjunction with UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd, get hands on with the new Element Series Thunderbolt audio interfaces and Symphony I/O MkII interfaces for Thunderbolt or PT HD. The event runs from 4pm to 8pm with refreshments provided.

To register your place please visit http://bit.ly/apogeetileyard


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VIDEO: Gavin Harrison plays the Nord Drum 3P

The new Nord Drum 3P modelling percussion synthesiser is here! We asked the brilliant Gavin Harrison - a keen owner of the original Nord Drum - to play through some of the Drum 3P's sounds, on their own, and integrated with his acoustic kit. 

Gavin Harrison is using the Nord Drum 3P on tour with King Crimson. For tour dates please visit http://www.dgmlive.com/tour.htm

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Apogee JAM 96k for Windows and Mac now available

W are pleased to announce immediate availability of the new Apogee JAM 96k for Windows and Mac. JAM 96k is a professional 96kHz, 24-bit USB guitar input that makes it easy to connect your guitar directly to your Windows or Mac computer. With JAM 96k and your laptop, you can make studio-quality guitar recordings anywhere.


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Music Production Expo returns this month! 

Have you got your tickets yet? The ever popular Music Production expo is taking place later this month on the 18th and 19th November. This year the show is being held at the Stadium MK, Milton Keynes MK1 1ST with the fantastic bonus of free car parking spaces!

Make sure you hop onto the MPX website and order your tickets and pop along to see us. We have a great range of products with us including JBL, Apogee, AKG, ROLI, Soundcraft, Nord and Teenage Engineering!

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Apogee Element 46 and 88 Thunderbolt audio interfaces now shipping in the UK

We are pleased to announce the immediate availability of the new Apogee Element 46 and 88 Thunderbolt audio interfaces. With a fantastic range of new features and benifits “The Element Series delivers incredible performance at outstanding prices,” says Betty Bennett, Co-founder and CEO of Apogee.


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