Audio firms team up for training event
Audio-Technica – UK distributor for Apart Audio – is holding a training event in conjunction with AV distributor Leisuretec on 28th July.
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2016 Music Products Industry Archive
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Minimoog makes a comeback
Moog Music has resumed production of the Minimoog Model D synthesizer after more than 30 years.
The story of Gretsch
MMR’s May issue “Century Club” story highlighted several venerable MI companies on the basis of their unbroken history of family ownership. But there’s another manufacturer that holds the distinction of…
Now Marshall starts record label
Marshall’s latest diversification has seen it announce the creation of its own record label.
D’Addario Appoints Hickman European Marketing Manager
D’Addario has announced the appointment of Matthew Hickman as a new member of their international team as D’Addario’s European marketing manager, reporting directly to Simon Turnbull, managing director of D’Addario…
Cosmic Truss Names Saghbazarian Sales Manager
Cosmic Truss has announced the appointment of Paul Saghbazarian as their new sales manager, who will be working directly with Cosmic Truss brand director, David Park.
Renkus-Heinz Names Mantovani Engineering Manager
Renkus-Heinz has announced the appointment of Alberto Mantovani to the position of engineering manager.
BandLab acquires rival Composr service
BandLab, a global, cloud-based platform for iOS, Android and the web where users can create, collaborate and share their music, has acquired rival service, Composr.
HK upgrades active cabs
HK Audio’s Premium PR:O PA enclosures now features five new active full range cabinets, all featuring advanced DSP technology.
Beach Boys guitarist gets Italia signature model
Italia guitars has brought out a signature 12-string from Beach Boys guitarist, Jeffery Foskett.
More DR from B&M
Barnes and Mullins has added to its UK exclusive DR Strings offering.
Samson to Upgrade Distribution and Corporate Operations
Samson Technologies will relocate its 100,000 sq ft distribution center to the Los Angeles, California area to increase efficiency and improve its supply chain management.
Top MI Companies, Area Businesses Host Battle of the Bands July 21
Music & Arts, Woodwind & Brasswind, and Fender, will partner with local businesses, Flying Dog Brewery and Champion Billiards Sports Bar, to host the 2nd annual Battle of the Bands…
ROUNDTABLE: FX pedal market
We got together a number of guitar and bass FX pedal suppliers to discuss the current state of the market.
PLASA adds to seminar line-up
PLASA has announced more seminar sessions in the run up to this year’s show 2016 (18th-20th September, London Olympia).
Peavey launches USB mixer in UK
B&M has added the Peavey PV 20 USB to its expanding catalogue of Peavey Pro Audio gear.
The Design Oasis Expands Looks at Purple Hatters Ball with Rogue R1 FX-B
The Design Oasis supplied Chauvet Professional Rogue R1 FX-B LED fixtures for the 9th annual Purple Hatters Ball in Florida.
Antelope adds portable recording pair
Antelope Audio has launched its Zen Tour and Goliath multi-channel interfaces, which are both now shipping to the company’s global dealer network.
New Fret-King finishes available
JHS’ Fret-King Black Label Range has added new finishes to two of its most popular models.
JHS adds portable PA duo to Kinsman range
Having already produced a range of Kinsman electric acoustic and bass amplification and launching a pair of affordable, user-friendly Kinsman mixing desks last year, JHS has now added two portable multi-purpose…
Danelectro launches four new models
Celebrating 60 years of guitar building, iconic guitar manufacturer Danelectro has added four new models to its range.
Aquila pioneers new classical string tech
Aquila has added to its string range with new additions to its Red Series and new packs designed for alternative tunings for classical guitar.
Fender unveils Flea signature bass
Fender is releasing a signature bass made in collaboration with Red Hot Chilli Peppers bassist, Flea.
KMC inks global Daisy Rock deal
Daisy Rock Girl Guitars, the pioneering line of guitars aimed exclusively at the female market, has signed a new global licensing agreement with KMC Music.
The Once and Future Story of The Gretsch Company
MMR’s May issue “Century Club” story highlighted several venerable MI companies on the basis of their unbroken history of family ownership. But there’s another manufacturer that holds the distinction of…
Three Ways to Keep Students Engaged Over the Summer
If you think about it, it’s not hard to relate to what happens to school students over the summer.
The Old Stomping Ground
Guitar and bass FX pedal suppliers discuss the market.Now available in a multitude of sizes and configurations, providing innumerable options for sound manipulation, effects pedals – “stompboxes” – are part of nearly…
The GluBoost Bond
A man, his guitar, and his build and repair products. Rick Rosenberg of GluBoost shares how big love for his guitar changed the course of his company’s trajectory, and his…
Sweet Philly Soul
As the fifth most populous city in America and the second largest on the East Coast, Philadelphia is an economic and cultural force. Additionally the city’s rich musical history –…
Pearl River Group At 60
The world’s largest piano supplier looks towards the future.
String Swing Keyboard Hanger System
The Keyboard Hanger System by String Swing USA is a convenient package designed to allow you to display a keyboard anywhere on the wall. The hangers are fully adjustable to…
Gator Cases Speaker Tote Series
Gator Cases has released a new series of lightweight speaker tote bags designed for the hottest compact speaker cabinets on the market.
Chauvet Hurricane Haze 1D
Lighting users know the impact that haze and fog atmospheres can have on creating dynamic and dramatic lightscapes. The Chauvet DJ line of Hurricane haze and fog machines includes models…
Play the Drums A New Beginning Drum Set Approach
Alfred Music announces the release of Play the Drums by London-based educator and performer Felipe Drago. Play the Drums presents a new approach to learning the drum set for beginners,…
Legator Ninja 200-SE Fanned Fret Guitar Line
Legator presents the Special Edition Series Fanned Fret guitar line.
On-Stage Cajon
You can sit comfortably on this On-Stage cajon drum while you play and take it anywhere in the included gig bag.
D’Addario’s Evans Brand Calftone Drumheads
D’Addario’s Evans Drumheads brand is proud to announce the release of Calftone, a premium drumhead line designed to mimic the sound, look, and feel of vintage calfskin.
Galaxy Audio ESM8 & HSM8 Headset Condenser Microphones
Galaxy Audio’s wireless headset condenser microphone series features upgraded capsules for clarity, articulation, excellent feedback rejection, and smooth frequency response.
IMS Technologies Skulls Charactune Tuners
IMS Technologies is debuting its latest Charactune clip-on tuners, the Skulls.
Kyser Quick-Clip Magnetic & Chromatic Tuner
The Kyser Quick-Clip features an easy to use and accurate chromatic tuner which seamlessly attaches to existing full-size Kyser Quick-Change capos magnetically. This combo eliminates the need to have multiple…