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New MU Member Discount at HQ Recording Studio in Leicester

MU members can now access a 10% discount at HQ Recording Studio in Leicester. Find out about the studio space, the services provided, and how to book a session.

Published: 01 October 2026 | 10:00 AM Updated: 22 October 2026 | 3:57 PM
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The studio offers recording and media creation, plus tailored mentoring and a team of highly skilled producers and sound engineers to hand. Image credit: HQ Recording Studio.

The MU has teamed up with HQ Recording Studio to offer members a 10% discount off all their services – this includes recording, mixing and mastering, as well as beat-making and one-to-one production sessions.

A relaxed environment in the heart of Leicester city centre

HQ Recording Studio provides a relaxed, creative studio environment located in the heart of Leicester city centre – boasting a high-quality recording facility across two rooms, with the latest in cutting edge digital software and hardware.

The space caters for everything an artist could possibly need under one roof, from recording and media creation to tailored mentoring and full artist development, as well as a team of highly skilled producers and sound engineers to hand.

The studio is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk of Leicester bus and train station, with a wide choice of restaurants and reputable hotels nearby.

Find out more about HQ Recording Studio, read FAQs, and make a booking below.

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Important notice: The Musicians’ Union is not liable for any theft, damage, financial losses, destruction, loss of property or injury sustained by its members using the services of a third-party provider as part of their membership benefits package.

Creating an accessible, professional space for artists

MU Head of Membership, Wasim Yunus says: "Yasin’s story is so fascinating, which makes HQ Recording Studio a unique venue for this in and around the East Midlands. It was lovely to hear of the team’s plans to keep Leicester firmly on the musical map. I hope MU members make the most of this discount.”

HQ Recording Studio Founder, Dr Yasin El Ashrafi BEM, says: “We’ve been part of the Leicester and wider Midlands music scene for a long time, so it’s great to team up with the MU. Our focus has always been on creating an accessible and professional space where artists can make music and develop their careers.”

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