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Music Gear Expo Wednesday, March 14 – Saturday, March 17 Austin Convention Center (ACC) Exhibit Hall 5 The Gear Expo is back for its third year. This unique exhibit puts all the latest musical equipment under one roof, allowing music lovers and professionals alike the chance to test products from the leading names in the gear business. Music Gear Expo Store With experienced technicians on hand, Strait Music offers a one-stop shop for all your musical needs. From busted strings to broken instruments to accessories like drum sticks, drum heads, cables and more, the folks at Strait Music can help you out. Flatstock Wednesday, March 14 – Saturday, March 17 Austin Convention Center (ACC) Ballrooms A, B, C Presented in conjunction with the American Poster Institute, Flatstock features some of the best concert poster art from across the globe. With work from more than 100 artists, it is tough to leave empty handed, so bring a few bucks. Sponsored by HGTV. The Music Gear Expo Lounge (presented by Klipsch) With Wi-Fi and comfortable furnishings, the lounge is a great place to mingle with other gear enthusiasts and offers a refuge amidst the bustle of the Gear Expo. Happy Hours The Music Gear Expo Lounge will feature a daily happy hour, presented by Klipsch, offering attendees free beverages from 4-5pm. Gear Giveaways Register for giveaways from the world's leading gear manufac- turers exhibiting in the Gear Expo. Style X Friday, March 16 – Saturday, March 17 Austin Convention Center (ACC) Exhibit Hall 4 Style X is a showcase for the trendiest threads and accessories at SXSW. As the epicenter of fashion at SXSW, Style X will include runway shows featuring offi cial SXSW musicians, compelling speakers and panels from the industry, tons of great buys from some of today's top up-and-coming designers and more. Visit sxsw.com/trade_shows/style_x for details. 54 SXSW ORLD / F EBRUAR Y 2012 KIMBERLY WALKER MERRICK ALES RAN AN

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