Yamaha Disklavier ENSPIRE
Yamaha Disklavier ENSPIRE is the seventh generation of Disklavier pianos. Replacing the E3 series, Disklavier ENSPIRE is designed as a high-resolution reproducing piano system with a new streamlined design…
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Yamaha Disklavier ENSPIRE
Yamaha Disklavier ENSPIRE™ is the seventh generation of Disklavier pianos. Replacing the popular E3 series, Disklavier ENSPIRE is designed as a high-resolution reproducing piano system with a new…
‘A Perfect Fit’ - Sabine Grubmüller of Bösendorfer
A storied name in the design and craft of high quality and aesthetically refined pianos, Bösendorfer has been setting the standard for excellence since 1828. Innovative build techniques…
Hot Times In ‘Music City’
“Industry conditions continue to change rapidly, and this year’s Summer NAMM Show provided a unique platform for our members to better understand the impact of these changes.,” observes…
Metroplex Selected as Exclusive Bösendorfer Retailer for North Texas
Metroplex Piano Warehouse has been selected as the official Bösendorfer piano representative for the North Texas market. With this rare designation, Metroplex is transforming its Keller store location…
Slipknot guitarist Mick Thomson joins the Jackson family.
Jackson is proud to announce a forceful new addition to its artist roster in Slipknot lead guitarist Mick Thomson. Thomson’s arrival heralds the induction of one of metal’s…
Saint Lucia Jazz Festival Stage Dome Pops with Chauvet Professional ÉPIX Strip Tours
David “Gurn” Kaniski deploys Chauvet Professional ÉPIX Strips for the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival.
Report outlines shape of synth market
Technavio has announced the top five leading vendors in its recent Global Music Synthesizers market 2016-2020 report.
John McGuinness Creates Intense Club Atmosphere at Belfast Cream Event
For the latest incarnation of the Cream series, which featured DJs John O’Callaghan, Bryan Kearney and Will Atkinson, Justlite’s John McGuinness turned the cavernous T13 urban sports complex…
Reverb IDs 'flip' trend among pedal users
Reverb.com reports that flipping gear to make music and money is a growing trend among musicians.
Reverb.com Reports 20% of Used Pedal Sales are “Flips”
Reverb.com reports that flipping gear to make music and money is a growing trend among musicians.
In Memoriam: Remo D. Belli, 1927-2016
The passing of Remo Belli, founder and CEO of Remo, Inc., on April 25th of this year was met with reactions befitting his stature and character. Tributes and…
NAMM Celebrates the Top 100 Music Products Retailers
The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) is honored to announce the final selections for 2016’s Top 100 Dealer Awards.
Melbourne show returns in August
After a successful return last year, the Australian Music Association (AMA) has announced the return of the Melbourne Guitar Show in 2016.
Remo Belli
Remo Belli, the founder and CEO of Remo, has passed away at the age of 88.
NAMM reveals Top 100 Dealers list
NAMM has revealed the final selections for its Top 100 Dealer Awards, with the UK's Absolute Music and Andertons among the few non-US dealers on the list.
Trade Regrets: Remo D. Belli
Remo Belli 88, the founder and CEO of Remo Inc., passed away on the afternoon of April 25th at the age of 88.
The Jazz World Mourns the Passing of David Baker: 1931-2016
Acclaimed symphonic jazz composer and groundbreaking educator, David Baker, has passed away.
Credit Downgrade for Gibson
Gibson Brands has had its credit downgraded by Moody’s, with the brand’s corporate family rating (CFR) dropping to Caa1 from B3.
Analyst concern over Gibson outlook
Gibson Brands had its credit rating downgraded, thanks in part to the poor consumer reception of its 2015 guitar range.
Keyboard Concepts Named ‘Dealer of the Year’ by Yamaha
Keyboard Concepts of Southern California has been named “Institutional Dealer of the Year” by Yamaha Corporation of America.
2016 NAMM Best & Worst of Show Awards
Worst Behavioral TrendThe relative preponderance of adult males taking photos with their selfie-sticks at the NAMM Show this year was… off-putting. C’mon guys – you’re better than that.
Musikmesse reveals Business Academy plan
Musikmesse has teamed up with trade body the Society of Music Merchants (SOMM) to put together a programme of seminars and workshops at this year’s show.
NAMM 2016: In case you missed it...
NAMM's usual flood of news makes it easy to miss some of the announcements made at the show. So, ever considerate, here's a few which you may have missed…
NYC Preview of Yamaha Instruments to Debut at 2016 NAMM
On Tuesday, January 12th, Yamaha hosted a special gathering at Yamaha Artist Services on 5th Avenue in NYC to preview four innovative instrument lines.
Guitar Center Responds to 'Sign Arbitration or Lose Your Job' Accusations
Last week, it was reported in a number of news outlets that Guitar Center had strong-armed employees into signing mandatory arbitration agreements or risk losing their jobs.
BEST OF 2015: Part Four
The final part of our round-up of the year sees further international growth for British brands, growth of a new online outlet for music products and a new…
23rd Annual Dealers’ Choice Awards
The 2015 Dealers’ Choice Awards saw a comprehensive overhaul of the entire nomination and voting process.
Analyst report highlights 'risky' Gibson tactics
MI companies are trying various approaches to boost growth in the mature US market, says a Moody's Investors Service report, with Gibson's tactics highlighted as the most risky.