In the Stayfree Spares Shop we sell Chord Maple 2B 5A 5B and 7A. So what does it all mean and which one is best for your drumming style? There are plenty of other sizes but we sell the most popular. The number of the stick indicated the thickness of the stick, the lower the […]
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We had such a year of highs and lows, looking back at 2023 seems like a decade rather than just one year. In January the Unglamorous Project started again with a new set of women ready to be in bands. This attracted to a lot of media coverage, local interest like Leicester Mercury and BBC
When you first start out rehearsing and performing on stage, there’s a ton of new words to get your head round. We thought we would write a glossary to get you started. Please feel free to message us with any other words you think we should add to the list Equipment Combo – short
Here at Stayfree we have a wide range of amps to choose from because every band is different. But how do you know which amp is right for you? Sometimes this comes down to the types of amps available. The most commonly known is the valve amp. So called because it uses vacuum tubes to
I thought I would do a quick blog about our new acquisitions in 2022. ‘m not talking about the 12 mics, 20 mic cables, 20 guitar cables, 4 guitars, 10 pieces of drum hardware and countless audio leads, I am talking about the sexy stuff. Not that they are not important but lets talk about
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Guitar players never seem too keen to lend their guitars out. Would you? Stayfree Music does! We know that some people have 20 or more guitars in their loft, spare room and hanging on walls all through the house, but if you dare touch one without asking, you’re for it! We understand that expensive set-ups
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The great thing about rehearsing at Stayfree is flexibility! You can bring ALL the kit or NONE of the kit and our friendly staff are here to help. We have 30 years experience in helping bands get started quickly, and we know how annoying it is when you’ve forgotten something. If you are complete beginners,
Based in the heart of the Leicester community, Stayfree aims to help non-musicians and less experienced players develop confidence and skills. With a little instruction, coaching and support, it’s possible to get started towards your dream of playing in a band, writing your own songs or getting up on stage. Our forthcoming programme of workshops