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Buying old single-CD's
Hi guys, AM hoping someone can help me? I'm aware of all the sites where you can sell your old CD's but I;m looking to BUY a fair few copies of an old single - Vengaboys - We're going to Ibiza (Don/t ask...:) ) I have tried eBay - of which there are copies available, but limited, as well as buying out some of the cheaper…
Clarinet
I'm thinking of taking up the clarinet again - more than thirty years since I last played. I was in a band and an orchestra as a teenager, but haven't played in many years. I can still read music, although I'm a little rusty. I've just spoken to my sister, who is supportive (I thought she might laugh). I'm not expecting to…
Amazon Music Unlimited feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for Amazon Music Unlimited (Link) If you've used Amazon Music Unlimited, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks,…
Best place to sell your old CDs?
Spring is in the air (well it’s supposed to be) so chances are you're thinking about having a clear out. You might have loads of old cds and dvds lying about which you’re wanting to sell online. If so, where you gonna turn? We want to know where you’ve had the best luck. Ebay and Amazon are firm favourites, but what about…
Etched marks on vinyls
Going to sell some vinyl LPs on Ebay and noticed some have etched writing on them such as Meyls,Rays etc .Just wondering what they mean and are they more valuable. Any clues would be appreciated. Thank you.
Passenger's New album on iTunes for £4.99
Passenger the artist who had the brilliant single ‘Let Her Go’ has his new album out this week and it’s available only until midnight Thursday on iTunes for £4.99 – includes that great new track ‘Anywhere’ that Radio 2 are playing at the moment….
TV - Will Sound bar boost 7 yr old Sony Bravia
Help! We moved from Virgin to Sky recently. Only on a HD not a Q box. There would appear to be nothing wrong with any connection on the Sky. Noticed on some channels that sound on our TV has to move from our usual "35" sound setting to 50 on some channels & 70 on others. There is nothing wrong with the Sony Bravia TV…
piano tuning
Hello, I am looking to have my old upright piano re-tuned (last time was more than a decade ago...). Can anyone recommend a good tuner in (central) London ? Thanks.
Perfect Pitch/Absolute Pitch
I'm just interested if there are members on here with perfect or absolute pitch? When you first found you had it? The benefits etc... I'm not sure if I was born with it but I was able to identify what key songs from TV programmes or pop music was written in when I was about 9. Mine was discovered officially by my music…
A decent hi-fi / music system for a living room?
Hi all, Can people recommend a good sound system / hi-fi for a living room? Something that produces really good quality sound, doesn't look too bulky / ugly in a living room. Something subtle. I would like to use it for general chill-out music and for house parties. I am willing to spend £150 or so.
Apple Music feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for Apple Music (Link) If you've used Apple Music, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks, MSE Nick
Piano Lessons online. Theory & practical
Hi, Does anyone have any recommendations as to beginner/intermediate lessons available on the internet (preferably for free). I have found loads, but wondered if anyone could help me narrow them down to one of the better ones that they have used and found helpful.
Google Play Music 75% off any album
I went into the Music section of the Play Store on my phone and there was a banner offering 75% off any album. Worth a look! Must be used by 5th May.
Coldplay Head full of Dreams album 99p
From Google Play
Somewhere In My Memories (Home Alone Theme)
I always wondered what that tune was. The sad one played when kevin in home alone went to the church etc. Then someone told me what it was called and I have heared it on youtube. I know Christmas is over 8 months away and are now in spring but does anyone know if you can buy a cd of the home alone Christmas music featured…
Acoustic Guitar for 9 year old
Hi, I'm looking to buy a 3/4 acoustic guitar for a 9 year old for approx. £40-£50 with a teaching dvd. Does anyone have advice on which ones to go for or avoid? I also like the look of an Encore, but it is classical rather than acoustic. Is there much difference? Thanks in advance
How much money you spend on music so far in 2016?
Thought it might be interesting to discuss the purchase of our music and how much we 're spending every month to go ..... I had just made my first purchase this year at £ 27.89 Juno records
Izzy Bizu White Tiger
Lovvin it - kept hearing it on a TV advert and Googled it Sounds like Corrine Bailey Rae
Song- Penny Arcade
We have recently heard the song played called "Penny Arcade" by Roy Orbison. Was it released as a single and did it get into the UK charts or was it a track on an LP. It is a really catchy number and the only place we have found it is on U Tube
Google Play Music feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for Google Play Music (Link) If you've used Google Play Music, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks, MSE Nick

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