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CASTLE MANAGING DIRECTOR APPOINTED TO HELP CITY DEVELOP RETAIL BID

Jeff Allen, managing director of Castle Sound & Vision, Nottingham’s leading home cinema, home automation and hifi specialists, has been appointed to the steering group of the Nottingham Retail BID.

The aim of the proposed Retail BID is to improve the trading environment for retailers in the city –crucial for Nottingham in order to retain its competitive edge as the leading shopping destination for the East Midlands – and help retailers improve business performance. This would be achieved by delivering a number of specific projects and services designed to drive footfall and generally improve the shopping and city centre experience for shoppers and retailers.

The steering group is responsible for managing the development stage of the BID and is made up of representatives from the Nottingham City Retail Association (NCCRA) plus other retailers as well as the Environment and Regeneration Department at the City Council.

“A Retail BID provides a perfect platform for the city retailers to come together and make a difference to their future, said Jeff Allen. “I am delighted to be involved in carrying it forward.”

Retailers get the opportunity to vote if a Retail BID goes ahead in the autumn.

HOME CINEMAS

With the continued development of new technology it is now even easier to enjoy excellent picture and sound quality in the comfort of your own home with a custom designed home cinema.

You can either opt for a system discretely integrated into an existing room or alternatively, if you have the space, you can create a purpose built home cinema to give you a truly stunning cinema experience at home.

Home cinema systems are available at all different price points to suit every budget we have put together three different systems at three different price points to give you a few ideas - see below.  

“And don’t forget you can use your home cinema system for more than just watching a film,” says Castle's managing director Jeff Allen.  “Imagine playing a Playstation, Xbox 360 or Wii game on a 10ft screen!”

SYSTEMS

Prices are for equipment only

NB The prices quoted are for equipment only.  They do not include the design, installation or cabling.   There are also other items that you might want to consider ie lighting, blinds etc.   Castle operates across the Midlands and provides a complete design and installation service for home cinemas including lighting systems and blinds/curtains.

                                                 NEW EXCLUSIVE HOME CINEMA

The red carpet was out and the champagne was flowing as over 100 VIP guests turned out to celebrate the grand premiere of our new home cinema and showroom on Maid Marian Way.

Featuring all the very latest high definition technology and top of the range audio equipment, our home cinema is unparalleled in the Midlands as well as being one of the best in the UK. In addition, customers are now able to see all the latest home automation products that are on the market.

“This is an exciting time for us and we delighted that the night was a great success. The feedback we got from customers about the home cinema, as well as the showroom has been amazing,” said Jeff Allen, managing director of Castle Sound & Vision.

                                           (Directors, Dianne Allen and Jeff Allen)

See the piece in the Nottingham Evening Post

http://www.thisisnottingham.co.uk/news/Best-cinema-Nottingham-shop/article-1524092-detail/article.html

                                    SYSTEMS FOR THE IPOD GENERATION

The ipod is a relatively new phenomenon that has transformed the way many of us listen to our music. Enabling you to enjoy your own personal music collection whilst on the move, the ipod is fast becoming an essential item in the digital world.

Castle Sound & Vision, Nottingham’s leading supplier of high end audiovisual equipment is now displaying a selection of the latest music systems designed specially for the ipod generation.  All of these systems feature ipod docking stations, enabling people to enjoy their music collection around the house and garden and also share it with family and friends.

The iyiyi, the high-fidelity stereo system from Tivoli Audio, is ideal for those looking for ipod and radio control in one.  Available in either high gloss black or high gloss white, they are ideal for the bedroom, enabling owners to wake in the morning to music selected from their ipods or tune into their favourite radio station. This system comes with in built digital AM/FM radio and credit card sized remote control and costs £285.

Geneva Labs Models L and XL are music systems which use advanced patented technology. Operated either directly or via remote control, they allow you to play back music direct from your ipods as well as offering built in capabilities for CDs, FM radio and line-in turntables, TV audio, computers and even game consoles. With an Italian piano-lacquered wood cabinet in red, white or black, these systems are also simple and stylish. £799.

The Outcast from Soundcast is a wireless all-weather outdoor speaker system designed to provide high performance music in the garden or patio – ideal for the unpredictable British weather. Complete with ipod dock and operation buttons for remote control, this system has up to 10 hours use on the built-in, rechargeable battery pack. The Outcast is available for £499.

For more information contact Tim Lawson at Castle Sound & Vision on 0115 958 4404 or email timlawson@castlesoundvision.com Alternatively, come into the store at 48-50 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, NG1 6GF.

                                                                                   Geneva XL red                                                                     

Hand & Heart makeover

We have recently installed a music system at the well known Hand and Heart pub on Derby Road.

The pub had been closed for a number of years but then the freehold was acquired by Dawn and Taras Suchoruczka who have sympathetically refurbished it.

We were approached to design and install a reasonably priced system that would provide good quality sound throughout the pub.  

We installed 100V line equipment from Monacor www.monacor.com to allow us to use the cabling that had already been put in by the electrician. The system uses an ipod as the source, allowing the user to create playlists that provide an even spread of sound throughout the bar and dining area.

“Many pubs fall into the trap of installing a small number of speakers and then have to turn the sound up high, particularly when it is busy, so that the music can be heard,” said Castle’s managing director, Jeff Allen.  “The best solution is to install more speakers so that the sound is spread evenly throughout – and that’s the approach we have adopted at the Hand and Heart.”

“It’s great to see this pub open again,” added Jeff.  “I used to frequent it many years ago so it brings back some fond memories.   I really like what Dawn and Taras have done too – they’ve brought up to date without taking away its original character.”

Lie-in Luxury with TV Beds

After a hectic week, the thought of a Sunday morning lie in is something to be relished.  So why not take the opportunity to make this experience even more enjoyable by treating yourself to a luxurious TV bed?

At the touch of a button, a door opens in the footboard of the bed and a 26” widescreen LCD HD television is raised to eye level.

There are a number of different styles of beds available, including the ‘Chicago TV bed’, the ‘Versailles TV bed’ and the latest edition to the range, the ‘New York TV bed’. There is also the ‘Boston TV Ottoman’ that can be placed at the foot of an existing bed.

The beds are available in double, king size and super king size but individual specifications are available to meet specific requirements.  There is also a wide range of fabrics to choose from, enabling you to tailor it to your individual tastes and decor.

With the added option of being reclineable, they are ideal for finding the perfect position for watching TV.

To find out more call Castle Sound & Vision on 0115 958 4404

Castle Becomes BADA Member

Castle Sound & Vision are now a member of the British Audio-Visual Dealers Association (BADA), making us one of the top 85 specialist Hi-Fi and Home Cinema dealers in the UK.

Established in 1984 to monitor and maintain standards for the sale of audio and visual equipment, BADA members combine the best service with a choice of the latest technology to suit all budgets and requirements. BADA retailers offer unique customer benefits, including a guaranteed safe deposit by the BADA bonding scheme and the option of a home delivery and installation. In addition, in house demonstrations and try before you buy schemes are available.

BADA retailers must meet and exceed industry levels of service and expertise. Members and their facilities are regularly checked to ensure that they can provide expert, impartial advice on all aspects of hi-fi and home cinema.