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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Standard
The Standard is a grassroots music venue in Bedford, Bedford. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Standard books Mixed acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Bedford venue directory.
The Standard is an independent, lively bar in the heart of Bedford at 26-28 High Street (MK40 1SP), complete with a rooftop terrace and live music most nights. It's the long-running home of 'Bandeoke' — a live-band karaoke night that's run for around 12 years — and packs a full weekly entertainment diary: open-mic night every Tuesday, Bandeoke every Thursday, a live band all night every Friday, and a live band or DJ every Saturday. With light lunches and daily specials alongside a strong drinks selection, it's one of Bedford's busiest grassroots live-music pubs.
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26-28 High St, Bedford, Bedford, MK40 1SP
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The Standard books Mixed. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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26-28 High St, Bedford, Bedford, MK40 1SP. See the map below for directions. Browse more Bedford venues nearby.
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