Universal Slashing CD Prices To $13

In response to the effects of file-sharing, Universal Music has cut prices on its news CD releases: newsly pressed CDs suggesting a $12.98 retail price — about $6 less than the current sticker.

The company is hopeful that the four other major music companies — Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, BMG Entertainment and EMI — would drop their prices, as well.

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