Mapping Out a New Sound with Shure

Shure supports new UK music talent, Maps

 

London, 17th January 2008 - Shure Distribution UK (SDUK) have selected Maps, the Nationwide Mercury Music awards nominated band to be one of the Shure endorsed bands of 2008. With over 80 years of music heritage, Shure are particularly focused on supporting and investing in new artists during the early stages of their career, allowing them to develop their talent and take their music to the next level.

 

Maps, aka James Chapman, recorded his impressive debut album using his 16 track recorder in his Northamptonshire bedroom to cut his tunes together rather than use a computer. The resulting album 'We Can Create' was shortlisted for the Mercury Music Prize in 2007 and since its release in May 2007, has been seen as a critical success.

 

Electronics are the main sound of Maps songs, with computer-driven sounds preferred over traditional instruments that are typical of the shoegaze style. SDUK will be supporting the band by providing a range of audio equipment including monitor systems, mixers and mics to help Maps make the most of their potential and ensure the best quality of sound.

 

Adam Bruce, Front of House Engineer said, “Shure has always been seen as the "industry standard" in microphones and they have never let me down in reliability or performance.  The first microphone I could afford was a Shure c606 which I still have today!”
 
Paul Crognale, Marketing Manager, Shure Distribution UK said, “As Shure has developed from a pro music heritage background, we are always looking to support new bands and we are excited to be supporting the talented Maps. We look forward to seeing how their sound develops and hope they enjoy the success they deserve.”

 

 

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Editor’s Notes

 

About Shure Distribution UK
In early 2003, Shure Distribution UK, formerly known as HW International, was acquired by one of the world's leading microphone and audio electronics manufacturers, Shure Incorporated. Based in North London, Shure Distribution UK has been at the leading edge of import and distribution for over 36 years and represents some of the best products available in the field of pro audio.

 

The key to the company's success has been and will continue to be, recognition of the needs of our customers. This translates into the efficient treatment of all orders received, from the initial call handling through to same day despatch and next day delivery when required. After sales support is also crucial and is addressed by knowledgeable, experienced staff who can offer help and technical advice to users out in the field as well as offering product training either at Shure Distribution UK or at a customer's premises. Servicing of equipment is carried out in-house by one of the most efficient and highly experienced Service Departments in the industry.

 

The brands handled by Shure Distribution UK have been selected with care over the years and represent some of the best products available in the field of Pro Audio. Presently, the company's portfolio includes Shure microphones, wireless systems and audio electronics, QSC amplification, loudspeakers and audio system routing control, Phonic mixers and audio equipment, Radial, manufacturer of the world's finest DI boxes, and Sound Devices who offer a range of specialised audio products for field-production including portable audio mixers, microphone preamplifiers, computer interfaces and recorders, which are suited to all types of outside broadcast applications.

For more information visit www.shure.co.uk.   

 


About Shure Incorporated
Founded in 1925, Shure Incorporated (www.shure.com) is widely acknowledged as the world's leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over the years, the company has designed and produced a wide variety of high-quality professional and consumer audio products, providing a vehicle for an individual’s personal sound.  Shure’s diverse product line includes world-class microphones, premier wireless audio systems, consumer earphones and mobile phone headsets, problem-solving mixers, digital signal processors, personal monitor systems and top-rated phonograph cartridges.  Today, Shure products are used wherever high-quality audio performance is a top priority, in a wide variety of industries, markets and settings.

Shure Incorporated corporate headquarters are located in Niles, IL in the United States.  Regional sales and marketing offices are located in: Heilbronn, Germany; London and in Hong Kong. 

      


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