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At the 2027 NAMM Show, inMusic plans to present 22 new products and a hands-on Creator Lab in Anaheim, California. The Creator Lab will be in Room 204…
The MIDI Association's 2026 Innovation Awards finalists were presented at Music China in Shanghai, with playable prototypes and accessibility tools on display and all entries remaining publicly listed…
The Shanghai trade show reflected industry pressures, with non-Chinese brands reporting steep domestic declines and factories seeking new partners amid rising costs.
1 Inaugural TEC Tracks Live Sound Summit Comes to The 2027 NAMM Show Educational summit expands show opportunities for live sound professionals Carlsbad, CA — November 2, 2026 — The…
The NAMM Foundation is turning up the volume on its commitment to creating more music makers and expanding opportunities across the lifespan of learning, announcing grants to 56…
1 28 Years of Championing Music Education: NAMM Foundation Opens 2027 Best Communities for Music Education Applications National Recognition Celebrates Schools and Districts Making Music Education a Priority…
ESP Guitars is debuting 10 new LTD Series 400 Range guitars at NAMM 2026, aimed at players seeking value with pro-tier components like EMG active pickups and Floyd…
British producer, songwriter, musician and mix engineer Blue May has built his career by combining the character of traditional recording techniques with the possibilities of modern production. That…
NAMM President and CEO John Mlynczak discusses the 2027 NAMM Show, industry connections, attendee experiences and international participation.
The NAMM Trading Standards Certification (TEC) Awards have acknowledged the Rhodes MK8/80AE piano as a finalist, according to Music Instrument News. The annual awards program spotlights notable advancements…
Rhodes Music's limited-edition 80th-anniversary piano earns TEC Awards finalist status in musical instrument hardware as order books near closure.
This marks EastWest’s 10th NAMM TEC Award nomination, continuing a legacy that includes three previous wins for Hollywood Choirs, Hollywood Orchestra Opus Edition, and Hollywood Fantasy Orchestra, says…
The NAMM Show, produced by the National Association of Music Merchants, has received a Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for its social media work, while NAMM…
British microphone manufacturer Sontronics has been named a finalist in two categories at the 2027 NAMM TEC Awards, with ARIA 2 and SOLO W1 both receiving recognition ahead…
NAMM has launched its 2027 NAMM Show app and interactive floor map, giving music products industry attendees tools to find exhibitors, plan their schedules and connect with other…
Joan Osborne, Lari Basilio and Wendy Parr have joined the honoree lineup for the 15th annual She Rocks Awards, presented by NAMM. The music industry event is scheduled…
NAMM to Convene Latin American Music Industry Leaders in São Paulo in CARLSBAD, CALIF., September 22, 2026 – The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) will bring together…
Austrian Audio has announced three product nominations for the 42nd NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards. The finalists are the OC-B6 kick drum microphone, the CC8-SC small-diaphragm condenser…
Gibson integrates L.R. Baggs HiFi DNA technology into three acoustic models, utilizing a non-invasive sensor system to enhance tone and simplify installation for retailers.
Magnatone introduced the Slash Collection Lil' Viper, an 8-watt portable combo amp designed with Slash for home and backstage use, featuring Purple Python cosmetics and a $1,899 MAP.
Magnatone introduced a limited-edition point-to-point Varsity Reverb amplifier at the 2026 NAMM Show, featuring hand-built USA construction and a $3,299 MAP.
Magnatone introduced a limited-edition point-to-point Varsity Reverb amplifier at the 2026 NAMM Show, featuring hand-built USA construction and a $3,299 MAP.
The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) and Bass Magazine have formalized an extended partnership, with plans for a significant presence at the 2027 NAMM Show, according to…
The Front of House Magazine (FOH) has announced that the submission process is underway for the Parnelli Awards and the Indispensable Technology Awards. According to FOH, the opportunity…
