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Playground Music's Early Bird Bonanza brings the lowest prices of the year!

2011-12-02T06:18:00.000-06:00

Shop early for the best selection and remember...the prices go up every hour!

Win a Tama Silverstar Drum Kit!

2011-11-22T15:42:00.000-06:00

Tama.com Win a Tama Silverstar Kit in the Finish of Your Choice

Attention All Trommbone Players!

2011-10-13T15:06:00.000-05:00

The all new 42AF line of Bach Stradivarius professional trombones featuring the new patented Infinity valve system by Jeff Christiana

Playground Music Center - Northwest Florida and South Alabama School Band Headquarters

2011-08-20T10:58:00.001-05:00

Did you know...Playground Music Center has been renting band instruments to schools in Northwest Florida and Southern Alabama since 1961? Visit our rental website for more information and rent online with our easy and safe rental application...
Playground Music Center - Northwest Florida School Band Headquarters#!rentals

Playground Music School Welcomes Tiffany Reeves

2011-08-12T18:04:00.000-05:00

Tiffany graduated Cum Laude from Troy University with Bachelors in Music Education. During her time at Troy she served as principal clarinetist in the Symphony Band, Concert Bands and was a member of the University Chamber Winds Ensemble. She was also an active member in the “Sound of the South” Marching band serving as Clarinet section leader and was a student ambassador to the John M. Long School of Music through Sigma Alpha Iota Music Fraternity. She has studied clarinet for 12 years under Philip Cadle, Ray Smith, and Dr. Timothy Phillips.

Before attending Troy, she went to Baker School where she excelled in both academics and music, receiving superior ratings at Solo & Ensemble competitions on both clarinet and piano. Tiffany was a member of the Okaloosa County Honor Band, Florida All-State Band, and the Troy University Southeastern United States Honor Band throughout her middle and high school career.

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Since 1961

FWB band director reaches a high note with induction into Hall of Fame | band, walton, hall - Northwest Florida Daily News

2011-07-30T11:17:00.000-05:00

FWB band director reaches a high note with induction into Hall of Fame band, walton, hall - Northwest Florida Daily News

G-DEC® 3 Freakout Video Contest

2011-06-28T18:42:00.000-05:00

Fender G-DEC® 3 Freak Out Video Contest
Fender invites you to freak out this summer on your G-DEC amp and win huge prize packages including a $10,000 Guitar Center shopping spree, $5,000 and $2,500 Fender gear packages, Hal Leonard G-DEC songbooks, Blue Microphones and more.

G-DEC® 3 Freakout Video Contest

Richard E. Holmes dies; longtime principal timpanist of SLSO

2011-06-24T12:23:00.000-05:00

Richard E. Holmes dies; longtime principal timpanist of SLSO

Nirvana’s Nevermind Gets Deluxe Reissue | Fender Front Row Blog

2011-06-24T10:55:00.000-05:00

Nirvana’s Nevermind Gets Deluxe Reissue Fender Front Row Blog
Cool stuff.

Fender® News...Quartersawn Necks - WHAT?

2011-06-14T17:44:00.000-05:00

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Fender® News

Band Instrument Rentals at Playground Music Center

2011-06-03T18:06:00.000-05:00

The new Playground Music Center Rental Brochure is online!
Band Instrument Rentals at Playground Music Center

WANNA TEACH? Playground Music School is Hiring!

2011-06-01T16:23:00.000-05:00

Playground Music Center's Music School is now hiring piano, brass and reed instrument teachers at the Fort Walton Beach location (Uptown Station). Please call Dick at 850-243-2514 for more information.

Alfred Music Publishing | Dimebag Darrell: Riffer Madness

2011-05-31T10:51:00.001-05:00

Long awaited special DVD coming soon to Playground Music. Order yours today! Call 888-720-MUSIC (6874) Ext. 1 ---Alfred Music Publishing | Dimebag Darrell: Riffer Madness

Facebook Friday Sale...Fender American Standard Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Charcoal Frost

2011-05-20T13:52:00.000-05:00

Fender American Standard Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Charcoal Frost. Visit our Facebook Page for a special deal NOW.

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2011-05-18T16:33:00.000-05:00

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Line 6 :: Free Software Updates Just Released

2011-05-18T16:00:00.000-05:00

Line 6 :: Software
FREE HD AMP MODELS AND MORE FOR ALL POD® HD PROCESSORS
Power-boost your POD HD multi-effect with an additional six HD amp models and five amp parameters – all for free! Why? Because we want to thank you for making POD HD multi-effects so successful!
Firmware update v1.3 includes six HD amp models based on* channels from three classic American combos (the "Vibrato" channel of a Fender® Deluxe Reverb®, the "Vibrato" channel of a Fender® Twin Reverb® and the "Bright" channel of a Fender® Bassman®), two British half stacks (the "Normal" channel of a Park 75 and the "Normal" channel of a Marshall® JTM-45 MkII) and a high-gain Line 6 original.
Five additional, fully adjustable amp parameters don each new HD amp model (and will be added to the HD amp models you already have). Further customize essential aspects of tube amp feel and behavior with Sag, Hum, Bias, Bias Excursion and Master Volume.
Meet your new HD amp models:
Blackface 'Lux VIB
The "Vibrato" channel rounds out the HD model based on* the classic combo that's considered by many to be the ultimate studio amp: Fender® Deluxe Reverb®.
Blackface Double VIB
Fender® Twin Reverb® is an all-time classic of biting twang and shimmering clean tones. This model is based on* a Fender® Twin Reverb® "Vibrato" channel, which is a separate preamp circuit with clipping characteristics that are different than the "Normal" channel due to an additional 12AX7 tube stage.
Tweed B-Man BRT
Based on* a Fender® Bassman®, the amp that started it all – instant rock and roll tone. This model is based on the amp's "Bright" channel, which provides a different voicing from the "Normal" channel by utilizing the second half of the first preamp tube. (The "Normal" channel uses the first half only). High frequencies are increased due to the addition of a bright cap across the volume knob.
Brit J-45 NRM
This model is based on* a Marshall® JTM-45 MkII, which marked the beginning of the distinctively bright and crunchy sound that Marshall amps are known for. The "Normal" channel is adept at big, bold clean tones.
Brit P-75 NRM
Based on* the "Normal" channel of a Park 75, a Jim Marshall-designed amp that enjoys cult status for its powerful Plexi-style tones. The "Normal" channel delivers a slightly darker tone than the "Bright" channel, a model of which already appears in POD HD.
Line 6 Elektrik
A face-melting, soul-weeping Line 6 original with high-gain capacity, interactive presence and mid-range controls. Careful, this might hurt a little…
Firmware update v1.3 is available for all POD HD multi-effect products. To get it just connect your POD HD via USB to your computer, run Line 6 Monkey™ and follow the instructions.
Click here to read the release notes on the software page.

Fender® News...Tipitina's in The Big Easy

2011-05-10T13:47:00.000-05:00

Fender® News

My Review

2011-05-07T14:08:00.001-05:00

Originally submitted at Playground Music Center

Extremely Entertaining!

By The Webmaestro from Fort Walton Beach, FL on 5/7/2011

Pros: Excellent Craftsmanship, Great Sound, Durable, Great Intonation

Best Uses: As a toy, Jam Sessions, Practice, Performance

Describe Yourself: Experienced

This instrument is a lot of fun and is really easy to learn and play. Despite the low price, it sounds authentic and is perfectly tuned unlike other beginner steel drums.

Jumbie Jam Steel Drum Review

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Fender 60th Anniversary Precision Electric Bass Guitar

2011-05-06T13:17:00.001-05:00

In stock and ready to rock at Playground Music. FREE US SHIPPING!Fender 60th Anniversary Precision Electric Bass Guitar

LEDJ416 LED Mobile Lighting System

2011-05-04T14:56:00.000-05:00

Available at Playground Music Center!

A new LED version of the popular DJ416 mobile lighting system. Includes 4 LED lamps in red, yellow, blue and green. Each lamp has 72 cool-running, bright LEDs and uses only 4 watts (16 watts total power use for the whole system!). 4 attractive aluminum par cans included in either polished or black finish. The LEDF416 controller includes a 3-pedal foot switch for sound-active chase/speed chase select, full-on and blackout control. 30 ft cable included, as well as the LTS06 9-foot tripod stand. Linkable controllers via 3-pin XRL connections. Available in Black or Polished PAR cans

K.K. Downing Quits Judas Priest - Guitar World

2011-04-20T15:31:00.000-05:00

Hey...if you're tired, you're tired!
K.K. Downing Quits Judas Priest - Guitar World

Eddie Vedder, Amanda Palmer and Magnetic Fields Join Ukulele Craze - NYTimes.com

2011-04-19T10:10:00.000-05:00

Uke - can learn how to play in a day!

Eddie Vedder, Amanda Palmer and Magnetic Fields Join Ukulele Craze - NYTimes.com

New Products from Alesis Just Announced!

2011-04-07T13:18:00.000-05:00

CAll Playground Music Center for all your recording, stage and studio needs! 888-720-MUSIC (6874)

Alesis
MultiMix 6 Cue
6-Channel Headphone Amplifier and Mixer
MAP $99.95, Ships in August

About MultiMix 6 Cue
The MultiMix 6 Cue headphone amplifier is a universal, multi-purpose mixer and amplifier for rehearsal, studio, and stage headphone, in-ear monitor, and personal monitor mixing. It features six independent high-power stereo amplifiers in one compact rack unit, and delivers maximum audio quality, even at very high and very low volume levels.

MultiMix 6 Cue: Key Features
• Professional headphone amplifier system for stage and studio applications
• 6-channel stereo headphone amplifier
• Six independent high-power amps in compact 1RU size

What’s in the box
• MultiMix 6 Cue headphone amplifier
• Power cable
• Quick start manual

MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 FX
Eight-Channel Mixer with Effects and 24-bit, 96 kHz Multi-Channel Interface
MAP $299.95, Ships in August

About MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 FX
The MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 FX is a compact mixer with built-in effects and a high-resolution, multi-channel recording interface so you can mix, record, and do both at the same time. Whether you are mixing a band or sub-mixing a group of inputs such as a drum set, the MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 FX is easy to use, rugged, and packed with features. Offering microphone inputs with phantom power, guitar-direct inputs, and line-level inputs for connecting everything else, plus a selection of stage-ready effects, the MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 FX delivers clean audio to your PA and recording systems.

MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 FX: Key Features
• Eight-channel mixer with mic, line, and guitar-level inputs
• 24-bit, 96 kHz 10x2 USB interface for single-cable recording and playback with your Mac or PC
• XLR inputs with gain trim, switchable high-pass filters, and 48V phantom power

What’s in the box
• MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 FX mixer
• Software CD
• Quick start guide
• Power cord

3632 Compressor
Dual Channel Compressor / Limiter / Gate
MAP $129.95, Ships in August

About 3632 Compressor
The Alesis 3630 Compressor™ is the most popular dynamics processor ever made. Its successor, the 3632 Compressor, builds on its popular design and features. This easy-to-use unit provides two independent full-featured compressor/ limiters in one compact rack space with excellent sonic quality for any application from studio recording to live sound or broadcast.

3632 Compressor: Key Features
• Stereo compressor/expander/limiter/gate
• Minimized signal path for optimal sound quality
• Intelligent Knee for musical performance with soft and hard-knee envelopes

What’s in the box
• 3632 Compressor
• Power cable
• Quick start guide

MicTube Solo
Mono Tube Microphone Preamplifier
MAP $99.95, Ships in August

About MicTube Solo
Add warm, vintage tone to any mic or instrument with the MicTube Solo preamplifier. Ideal for any recording or live setup, the MicTube Solo features an easy-to-use control layout and one of the most classic sounding, lowest-noise vacuum tubes: the legendary 12AX7. Aside from the tube, the MicTube Solo features a minimized circuit path, so it preserves the essence of the signal coming from the microphone faithfully.

MicTube Solo: Key Features
• Tube microphone preamplifier
• 12AX7 low-noise vacuum tube adds warmth and musicality to digital recordings
• 20 dB Pad, phase reverse and 80Hz HPF

What’s in the box
• MicTube Solo preamp
• Power supply
• Quick start guide

MicTube Duo
Stereo Tube Microphone Preamplifier
MAP $149.95 , Ships in August

About MicTube Duo
The MicTube raises the level of any mic up to line level, adding as much or as little of the tube’s signature sound as you like. You’ll find a -20 dB pad switch for mics with hotter outputs or louder sound sources. Phase reverse switches help you optimize multi-mic setups, and 80 Hz high-pass filters help cut bass, handling, and wind noise. And of course, the MicTube Duo provides +48 volt phantom power for condenser microphones.

In additional to standard 3-pin XLR jacks for microphones, the MicTube Duo also gives you 1/4", high-impedance DI jacks for plugging in guitars and basses. Separate Gain and Drive (“vintage”) controls allow you to dial in the perfect blend of level and tone, and a LED meter trees are perfect for keeping an eye on levels. Professional XLR and 1/4" outputs complete the professional package.

MicTube Duo: Key Features
• Tube microphone preamplifier
• 12AX7 low-noise vacuum tube adds warmth and musicality to digital recordings
• 20 dB Pad, phase reverse and 80Hz HPF

What’s in the box
• MicTube Duo preamp
• Power supply
• Quick start guide

Nanoverb 2
Digital Effects Processor
MAP$129.95, Ships in August

About MicTube Duo
NanoVerb™ 2 gives you 256 killer effects algorithms in a compact, easy to-use, and incredibly affordable package. You’ll enjoy its lush hall, plate and room reverbs, rich and true stereo chorus, flange, delay, and rotary speaker emulation. Plus, the NanoVerb 2’s 52-bit DSP resolution ensures sonic quality that allows you to use it for any effects application from guitar rigs to studio recording.

The NanoVerb 2’s front panel adjust knob allows you to tweak the NanoVerb 2’s great-sounding programs until they’re just right for your music, while the Input/Output levels and Mix controls ensure proper effect levels for a wide variety of applications. Plus, with its amazing low cost, you can afford to put two or three NanoVerb 2s in your rack for dedicating to multiple sources.

MicTube Duo: Key Features
• 256 killer effects algorithms
• Analog wet/dry mix control
• Bypass control with footswitch, sold separately

What’s in the box
• MicTube Duo preamp
• Power supply
• Quick start guide

iPad Contest Voting Period Extention

2011-04-05T13:39:00.000-05:00

The voting deadline has been extended to Saturday at midnight to allow more time for votes. View and Vote on Facebook!

The Fender GDEC® 3 Giveaway

2011-03-29T14:03:00.000-05:00

The Fender GDEC® 3 Giveaway

Line 6 Spider IV

2011-03-26T15:04:00.000-05:00

Over 1 Million guitars use Spider Amps!Line 6 Spider IV

My Review of Crafter TG-200H Clip-On Chromatic Guitar Tuner

2011-03-23T13:56:00.001-05:00

Originally submitted at Playground Music Center

Small, Powerful, Versatile and Inexpensive! Mic or Vibration activated.

This is a best seller...here's why.

By webmaestro from Fort Walton Beach, FL on 3/23/2011

Pros: Highly Responsive

Best Uses: Performance, Practice, Jam Sessions

Describe Yourself: Experienced

This is an incredible tuner for all stringed instrument. It has a built-in mic plus a vibration function for silent tuning. The price is right too!

Crafter USA TG-200H Chromatic Clip On Guitar Tuner

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Dr. Ed Bach School Music Clinic 2011

2011-03-18T14:54:00.000-05:00

10% Off This Weekend Only at Playground-Music.biz

2011-03-12T10:31:00.000-06:00

Buy an M13, Get an Expression Pedal and Carry Bag Free! ($139.98 value)

2011-03-02T11:18:00.000-06:00

Details are HERE

M13 Stompbox Modeler is the essential all-in-one pedal board experience. It features a comprehensive collection of stompbox effects, a full-featured looper and inspiring flexibility. Buy yours between March 1 and March 31, 2011, and get an EX-1™ expression pedal and an M13 carrying bag free!

Boasting over 100 distinctive distortions, velvety reverbs, juicy delays and more, M13 Stompbox Modeler gives you total tone control. Use up to four different effects – or four of the same – simultaneously. Stompbox-style knobs deliver on-the-fly tweaking.

The 28-second looper is always at the ready with dedicated footswitches for Play/Stop, Half Speed, Reverse, Undo/Redo and more. Each metal footswitch can withstand constant stomping and rock and roll-style abuse.
Easy to use, built like a tank and sporting an on-board chromatic tuner, M13 Stompbox Modeler can maximize your pedal board (or even replace it) like no other pedal can.

To take advantage of this great offer, be sure to make your purchase between March 1 and March 31, 2011!

Rebate via Internet and postal mail required. Available to U.S. residents only. Qualifying purchases for this offer include only Line 6 M13 Stompbox Modeler. Other Line 6 products are not eligible for this offer. Line 6, Inc. does not allow product substitutions, deletions, additions or other modifications to this offer, regardless of information you learn from other sources.

Music In My School iPad Contest

2011-03-02T10:07:00.001-06:00

All Playground Area Middle and High School Students...Check it out now! For more details, visit http://www.playgroundmusiccenter.com

Lanikai - Kala - Ukuleles from Playground Music - Since 1961.

2011-02-16T12:30:00.000-06:00

Check out our latest Uke Page!
Lanikai - Kala - Ukuleles from Playground Music - Since 1961.

Playground Music Deals and News Alert

2011-02-12T15:59:00.000-06:00

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Upcoming Arts and Entertainment 2-12 | arts, center, entertainment - Welcome to Destin, Florida | Your hotel, resort, restaurant, nightlife, golf, and beach information resource for the Destin area!

2011-02-12T15:57:00.000-06:00

Upcoming Arts and Entertainment 2-12 | arts, center, entertainment - Welcome to Destin, Florida | Your hotel, resort, restaurant, nightlife, golf, and beach information resource for the Destin area!

Fender Stevie Ray Vaughan Stratocaster Electric Guitar - eBay (item 120648796100 end time Feb-15-11 09:49:36 PST)

2011-01-22T10:46:00.000-06:00

Fender Stevie Ray Vaughan Stratocaster Electric Guitar - eBay (item 120648796100 end time Feb-15-11 09:49:36 PST)

Submitting your demo to a record company or producer

2011-01-08T11:14:00.000-06:00

Submitting your demo to a record company or producer

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2011-01-06T14:09:00.000-06:00

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Moonlight Madness Sale This Friday at Playground Music Center in Fort Walton Beach!

2010-12-09T14:41:00.000-06:00

Don't miss this one...

The Early Bird Brings the Lowest Prices of the Year Next Friday at Playground Music Center

2010-11-26T18:38:00.000-06:00

The Early Bird Brings the Lowest Prices of the Year Next Friday at Playground Music Center

The World Famous Early Bird Arrives Next Friday at Playground Music Center

2010-11-24T13:49:00.000-06:00

The World Famous Early Bird Arrives Next Friday at Playground Music Center

Dick Reinlie Campaign for County Commission, Okaloosa, Dist. 4

2010-10-29T16:45:00.000-05:00

Dick Reinlie Campaign for County Commission, Okaloosa, Dist. 4

Playground Rock Bands Live at Pumpkin Jam 2010

2010-10-20T17:18:00.000-05:00

Playground Rock Bands Live at Pumpkin Jam 2010

Ibanez Ambiance Acoustic Guitars

2010-10-13T10:35:00.000-05:00

Ibanez Ambiance Acoustic Guitars coming soon to Playground Music Center.
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Kindermusik Class Schedule & Pricing, Free Preview and MORE!

2010-08-12T13:05:00.000-05:00

Words of wisdom for the kids of America

2010-05-29T14:04:00.000-05:00

Bill Gates recently gave a speech at a High School about 11 things they did not and will not learn in school. He talks about how feel-good, politically correct teachings created a generation of kids with no concept of reality and how this concept set them up for failure in the real world.

Rule 1 : Life is not fair - get used to it!

Rule 2 : The world doesn't care about your
self-esteem. The world will expect you to accomplish something BEFORE you feel good about yourself.

Rule 3 : You will NOT make $60,000 a year right out of high school. You won't be a vice-president with a car phone until you earn both.

Rule 4 : If you think your teacher is tough, wait till you get a boss

Rule 5 : Flipping burgers is not beneath your dignity. Your Grandparents had a different word for burger flipping: they called it opportunity.

Rule 6 : If you mess up, it's not your parents' fault , so don't whine about your mistakes, learn from them.

Rule 7 : Before you were born, your parents weren't as boring as they are now. They got that way from paying your bills, cleaning your clothes and listening to you talk about how cool you thought you were. So before you save the rain forest from the parasites of your parent's generation, try delousing the closet in your own room.

Rule 8 : Your school may have done away with winners and losers, but life HAS NOT. In some schools, they have abolished failing grades and they'll give you as MANY TIMES as you want to get the right answer. This doesn't bear the slightest resemblance to ANYTHING in real life.

Rule 9 : Life is not divided into semesters. You don't get summers off and very few employers are interested in helping you FIND YOURSELF. Do that on your own time.

Rule 10 : Television is NOT real life. In real life people actually have to leave the coffee shop and go to jobs.

Rule 11 : Be nice to nerds. Chances are you'll end up working for one.

Keep the Music Playing with Playground's Summer Band Special

2010-05-29T10:56:00.000-05:00

Keep the Music Playing with Playground's Summer Band Special

Line 6 Effects Products Now Available at Playground Music Center!

2010-05-05T13:02:00.000-05:00

We're proud to announce that we're now an authorized Line 6 dealer. Killer music gear at killer prices!

Calling all talent...Register NOW for the 2010 Battle of the Bands

2010-04-23T10:07:00.000-05:00

The 2010 Playground Music Battle of the Bands Competition is Coming Soon!

Saturday September 4th 2010

Raffles...Prizes...Giveaways...Factory Representatives...Don't miss this exciting event!

Visit the link for updated information and a registration form.

Guitars and More at Playground Music on eBay!

2010-04-03T17:49:00.001-05:00

The Fender GDEC3 is available NOW at Playground Music Center

2010-04-02T18:49:00.000-05:00

Fender GDEC3 In Stock at Playground Music Center

Get your Fender GDEC3 TODAY at http://www.Playground-Music.biz

Brussels Instrument Museum Rich in Sounds of Music

2010-03-22T13:17:00.000-05:00

BRUSSELS (REUTERS).- Don't go to the Brussels Museum of Musical Instruments -- affectionately known as the MIM -- unless you're prepared for constant surprises. This isn't a typical Saturday afternoon stroll through a century of Impressionist art.
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Jim Leonard talking of Choctaw band

2010-03-17T15:08:00.001-05:00

Have a look at this!

Anniversary with Steve Vai and Ibanez

2010-01-28T13:51:00.000-06:00

Anniversary with Steve Vai Enter to win the GEM Design Contest!
Contact Playground Music for availability at 888-720-MUSIC

Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues coming to FWB | blues, siegel, music - Showcase - Northwest Florida Daily News

2010-01-23T12:42:00.000-06:00

Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues coming to FWB blues, siegel, music - Showcase - Northwest Florida Daily News

Ibanez Guitars NAMM Show New Product Guide

2010-01-16T09:51:00.000-06:00

Ibanez Announces New Guitars, Amps and Accessories at NAMM 2010 with Steve Vai and Joe Satriani

Mobile Magazine » T-Mobile myTouch 3G Fender Limited Edition Rocks Out

2010-01-15T17:15:00.000-06:00

This is TOO COOL!» T-Mobile myTouch 3G Fender Limited Edition Rocks Out

Fender Announces New Products for 2010 at the NAMM Show!

2010-01-15T16:12:00.000-06:00

Fender Announces New Products for 2010 at the NAMM Show!

Check out the new Fender GDEC....Coming Soon!

2010-01-07T17:18:00.001-06:00

http://www.fender.com/blog/?p=1543Pre order yours today ay Playground Music Center! Call toll free 1-888-720-MUSIC (6874) or Google us!

Jupiter 846 Flugelhorn Sale!

2009-12-29T13:38:00.001-06:00

TONIGHT! 1/2 Off Select Merchandise During Moonlight Madness This Friday!

2009-12-11T13:55:00.000-06:00

TONIGHT! 1/2 Off Select Merchandise During Moonlight Madness This Friday!

2009-12-11T13:54:00.001-06:00

TONIGHT! 1/2 Off Select Merchandise During Moonlight Madness This Friday!

2009-12-11T13:54:00.000-06:00

TONIGHT! 1/2 Off Select Merchandise During Moonlight Madness This Friday!

Akai APC40 Ableton Performance Controller - eBay Auction

2009-12-10T10:18:00.002-06:00

2009 Drum Off Competition at Playground Music center

2009-12-05T11:21:00.000-06:00

Zerick Randolph at Playground Music Center

2009-12-05T10:01:00.001-06:00

Another amazing drum performance at Playground Music Center's Drum Off Competition.

Johari Harris at the Playground Music Center Drumoff

2009-12-05T09:44:00.001-06:00

This guy kicks @$$! Even more impressive in person. Oh, and this drum kit wasn't mic'd...

Tama Auction on eBay Today!

2009-11-28T13:00:00.001-06:00

Fender Fan Appreciation Sale This Weekend!

2009-11-24T18:09:00.000-06:00

Fender Fan Appreciation Sale This Weekend! Get 10% off our already low sale prices PLUS Free Shipping in the continental U.S. Friday through Monday Only!

Taylor 614ce Grand Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar

2009-11-19T18:26:00.000-06:00

Place your bid now...Taylor 614ce Grand Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar

MySpace for Musicians - how to use MySpace.com to promote your music

2009-11-13T14:00:00.001-06:00

MySpace for Musicians - how to use MySpace.com to promote your music

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November is National Drum Month!

2009-11-07T12:59:00.001-06:00

Win cool gear if you've got what it takes...Playground Music's 1st Annual Drum Off takes place November 28th at 1PM...GET THE DETAILS...

Free Live Music Event with Fender Guitars and Greg Koch Next Friday

2009-10-03T09:54:00.000-05:00

Free Live Music Event with Fender Guitars and Greg Koch Next Friday

Shane Gibson Shreds "DucksinaponD"

2009-09-05T16:12:00.001-05:00

Former Playground Music Rock School coach and Berklee honors grad Shane Gibson shreds it up...You gotta see this. (Are those 64th notes or what? ; )

Huge Fender Guitars 1 Day Sale Today!

2009-08-28T12:26:00.001-05:00

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Six Hour Piano Sale Today at PMC in FWB

2009-08-27T13:41:00.000-05:00

Playground Music's Famous Six Hour Piano Sale Today at 3PM
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Attention Fender Guitar Enthusiasts...Get an Additional 10% Off all Fender products on Aug. 28th

2009-08-07T16:10:00.003-05:00

Don't miss this event!
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August 28th 2009 only at www.Playground-Music.biz

Jazz Cruise for Needy Music Students August 30th 3 to 5 PM

2009-08-07T15:52:00.000-05:00

Jazz Cruise for Needy Music Students August 30th 3 to 5 PM
Visit http://www.playground-music.biz for more info

10% Off Fender Products during Playground Music's Battle of the Bands 2009

2009-08-01T11:26:00.000-05:00

Saturday August 1st
"Get 10% cash back on our already discounted Fender prices today only at our Ft. Walton location during the huge Battle of the Bands competition today only!!!

The Battle of the Bands is on TODAY!!!"

Deep Discounts PLUS %10 Cash Back on all Fender Guitars this Saturday!

2009-07-28T15:30:00.000-05:00

It's Fender© Fan Appreciation Day at Playground Music's Ft. Walton Store!
The Fender Factory guys will be here on Saturday August 1st with CASH for you! Make your best deal in person at Playground Music and Fender will give you 10% of the purchase price on the spot. Don't Miss This Event! Call 850-243-2514 for additional details!"

Playground Music Center, SunQuest Cruises and Seabreeze Radio join forces to provide instruments at no charge to students participating in local school band programs.

2009-07-15T18:38:00.000-05:00

Playground Music Center, SunQuest Cruises and Seabreeze Radio join forces to provide instruments at no charge to students participating in local school band programs.

Playground Music Earns Official Fender E-Commerce Authorized Dealer Endorsement

2009-07-15T15:48:00.000-05:00

Playground Music Earns Official Fender E-Commerce Authorized Dealer Endorsement

Rock music camp offers students real world gig. | students, band, rock - School - WaltonSun.com

2009-06-25T12:39:00.000-05:00

Rock music camp offers students real world gig. students, band, rock - School - WaltonSun.com

Summer Rock Bootcamp 2009 Bands Now Forming!

2009-06-11T16:24:00.002-05:00

HOW TO BE COOL THIS SUMMER...
Its not too late to get in on the fun this summer. Bands are still forming for Summer Rock 2009. We are going to be offering even more flexibility than ever with this year's program. The rehearsal schedules will be tailored to meet the needs of the band members and their families. Can't do a full two-week stretch? No Problem! We'll make the schedule work for you.If your child is between the ages of 8 and 18 and wants to play in a real Rock Band, give us a call or visit us on the web for a registration form. Our Education Director will contact you and discuss band placement and rehearsal times to fit your schedule.Its not too late, Don't miss out. Playground Rock, we put you in the band!

Steinberg Launches iPhone App to Control Cubase

2009-06-10T09:52:00.001-05:00

Steinberg Launches iPhone App to Control Cubase

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Sonor SSD091408 Danny Carey Signature Series Snare Drum

2009-05-29T11:03:00.000-05:00

In Stock and Ready to Rock at Playground Music!
On Sale Now with Free shipping in the US

Sonor SSD091408 Danny Carey Signature Series Snare Drum

Akai APC40 Ableton Performance Controller at Playground Music

2009-05-15T18:46:00.000-05:00

Akai APC40 Ableton Performance Controller at Playground Music

2009 Playground Music Battle of the Bands!

2009-05-14T12:16:00.002-05:00

Is your band ready to take the stage for fame, glory and great musical prizes?
GET THE DETAILS HERE...2009 Playground Music Battle of the Bands!

Guitar Month Specials Extended Through May

2009-05-01T17:47:00.001-05:00

Check It Out!

Fender Guitars, The Hard Rock Cafe, WKSM 99 Rock and Playground Music are giving away a Fender Strat!

2009-04-22T10:15:00.002-05:00

One lucky person, and a guest, will win a trip to London for the HARD ROCK CALLING FESTIVAL in Hyde Park. Includes round trip airfare, 3 night hotel accommodations, $250 spending money (for the winner) and of course 3 days of concerts to see Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Neil Young, Dave Matthews Band, Ben Harper & Relentless7, The Pretenders, The Killers…and more! 2nd place prize is an $1100 FENDER STRATOCASTER from PLAYGROUND MUSIC! Get qualified...Weekdays with Kevin McKay at the 5 O’clock Blowhard! You'll win a $10 gift card from both Hard Rock Café and Playground Music, and be qualified to win the trip! On Sunday May 3rd all qualifiers will compete with guitars from Playground Music and someone will “PLUG IN AND WIN”!! Complete contest rules on the "contest rules" page at WKSM 99 Rock.

Visit Playground's New Fender Guitar Showcase!

Playground Music, Est. 1961 Fender ® - Ibanez - Sonor - Yamaha - Taylor Electric Guitars - Guitar Amps - Bass Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Drums - Percussion - Pianos - Keyboards - Band - Orchestra - Certified Instrument Repair

$129 Clearance!!! CAD GXL2200SSP Stereo Studio Pack

2009-04-16T14:22:00.000-05:00

Playground Music Center Since 1961 -
- CAD GXL2200SSP Stereo Studio Pack

New Store Hours in Fort Walton Beach Store

2009-04-11T10:00:00.000-05:00

Starting on Monday April 13th Playground Music Center's Fort Walton Beach location will be open from 9am to 9pm Monday through Thursday. As usual, we'll be open until 7pm on Fridays and 6pm on Saturdays.We’ll be open until 9PM Monday through Thursday SHOP LATER - PLAY LONGERCall our Ft. Walton Store toll free at 1-800-578-4641

New Taylor Spring Guitars Available Soon at Playground Music

2009-04-11T09:50:00.001-05:00

The new Taylor Guitars are almost here! Available models include the 710ce-LTD, 712ce-LTD, 714ce-LTD (pictured) and the 716ce-LTD. Each guitar features Madagascar rosewood on the back and sides, a Sitka spruce top and rosewood binding. On the inside, the series includes Taylor's proprietary CV bracing and patented relief rout for greater tonal resonance. Finished in a high-gloss, the series includes a Madagascar rosewood backstrap trimmed with maple and ebony, an Indian rosewood peghead overlay, and Taylor gold tuners, along with mother-of-pearl dot inlays on the fretboard. MSRP: starts at $3,498Visit http://www.taylorguitars.com/ for more information. Don't forget about the Taylor Guitar Showcase at Playground Music!

Playground Music ends Fender Guitar Offerings on eBay

2009-03-28T13:10:00.004-05:00

Playground Music Center will be removing all Fender Guitar and Amplifier listings from it's Playground Guitars eBay Store due to a change in the Fender Authorized Dealer Agreement. Starting April 1st, the new Fender Guitars Showcase at Playground-Music.biz will be open for business and ready to rock.

While we regret having to pull the quality Fender products from eBay, we look forward to a much more interactive and customer service-oriented experience for Fender enthusiasts on our main website.

Playground Music, Est. 1961 | Fender ® - Ibanez - Sonor - Yamaha - Taylor | Electric Guitars - Guitar Amps - Bass Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Drums - Percussion - Pianos - Keyboards - Band - Orchestra - Certified Instrument Repair

2009-03-28T13:09:00.000-05:00

Playground Music's 3rd Annual Jazz in the Park May 9th 2009

Free Live Music Event with Buffet-Crampon and Conn Selmer

2009-02-19T14:53:00.000-06:00

Visit us for details!
Free Stuff, Live Music, Instrument Try-outs!
Music Store in Fort Walton and Panama City Guitars, Keyboards, Drums, Band Instruments & More Playground Music

Watch out for fake eBay emails! Here's how to spot 'em and what to about it. - Musicians Only | Google Groups

2009-01-31T12:35:00.000-06:00

Watch out for fake eBay emails! Here's how to spot 'em and what to about it. - Musicians Only Google Groups

M-Audio at Playground Music Center

2009-01-30T18:30:00.000-06:00

M-Audio at Playground Music Center
Check out our brand new M-Audio Showcase featuring the best digital recording and studio products on the market...

Fender Road Worn Guitars and Band Competition

2009-01-29T16:05:00.002-06:00

Check out the new Fender Road Worn Guitars and Bass Guitars at Playground Music Center!

Fender Road Worn Guitars

Some things get better with age and Fender knows it. That’s why we are proud to introduce the new Fender Road Worn Guitars for 2009. These guitars are perfectly aged for that broken in feel and look. The vibe from these guitars is unmistakably cool like that old Chevy Nova parked in the garage. The Fender Road Worn guitars look, feel, and play like they have been on stage for 40 years with fretboard wear, arm wear on the finish, and aged hardware and pickups. Pick one up and it feels like your best friend. When your fingers come to rest on the strings they feel like they have been there for years. Every detail and nuance of the Road Worn guitars is reminiscent of the bygone days when rock was rock and scars were proudly displayed as a badge of experience.

Music Store in Fort Walton and Panama City | Guitars, Keyboards, Drums, Band Instruments & More | Playground Music

2009-01-27T18:59:00.001-06:00

NAMM 2009 New Gear Alerts Here!

2009-01-16T18:16:00.000-06:00

Check out these links to all the new products at the NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA.