KMC adds Manuel Rodriguez exclusive
Manuel Rodriguez Guitars has appointed KMC Music as its exclusive distributor in the US.
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Andres Patrick Forero joins the SONOR Artist Roster
SONOR drums is proud to welcome Andres Patrick Forero to their artist roster.
SLM Launches Dealer Promo: Win A Dream Vacation
St Louis Music is celebrating a very successful 2015 with a special promotion for dealers, giving away a dream vacation to five lucky winners.
Ashdown signs international distribution dozen
Busy Ashdown Engineering has announced an impressive twelve new additions to its network of global distributors.
Washburn launching new Heritage range
Washburn is launching a new series of acoustics called the Heritage Series, with 16 models landing in the UK later this month.
Trademark dispute heading back to court
The Stratotone trademark dispute between Darryl Agler and Westheimer Corporation is headed back to court, after Westheimer appealed the original decision which went in favour of Agler.
New look for souped up Supro site
Amp brand Supro has updated its online offering with brand new website.
New wireless system from JTS
JTS has launched a new wireless system - the US-36G2 - replacing its three previous systems, the US-901, US-9001 and US-1000 series.
Vigier tees up new unique art finish range
Vigier is launching a new range of unique finishes at this year's NAMM show under the banner G.V Rock Art.
Korg boosts audio team
Andy Pullen has joined Korg UK as area sales manager for the Midlands and South of England.
Freshman signs trio of new export deals
Freshman has expanded its international reach further, signing three new distribution deals.
Yamaha brings back Recording Custom drums
Yamaha is bringing back a re-designed version of its Recording Custom Drum Series later this year.
Rotosound adds another
Rotosound has added the new Heller Vintage Guitar straps to its growing range.
Barnes and Mullins launches Peavey service site
Barnes & Mullins has launched a new UK and Ireland-specific web portal for sourcing Peavey spare parts and for service enquiries - www.peaveyservice.co.uk
Eminence Celebrates 50 Years
Eminence Speaker, a manufacturer of professional audio and musical instrument loudspeakers, high frequency devices and components, is celebrating 50 years.
"Spanish guitars must be made in Spain"
Spanish guitar specialist Manuel Rodriguez has extolled the virtues of returning to domestic production, having brought all of its manufacturing back from China to Spain, and enjoyed a huge increase in sales.
Tracktion launches Biotek
Tracktion Corporation has launched the BioTek Organic Synthesizer virtual instrument.
PRS brings back CE 24 bolt-on model
PRS Guitars has announced the launch of its new CE 24 model, bringing the bolt-on platform back to the main PRS line-up with a number of updates.
Online pressure forces Northampton indie to downsize
Northampton indie store St Giles Music has blamed its decision to downsize to smaller premises next door, on increased online competition.
Quilter Receives 2016 Beryllium Lifetime Achievement Award from ALMA International
QSC recently announced that company founder Pat Quilter is the 2016 recipient of the Beryllium Lifetime Achievement Award from ALMA International, the professional association that is the source of standards,…
Gear4Music Christmas sales up nearly 40 per cent
Like-for-like sales have soared over the Christmas period at online specialist Gear4Music, according to its latest trading update.
Willcox Guitars Streamlines Manufacturing and Offers Lower Pricing
Willcox Guitars recently streamlined the manufacturing process at its facility, allowing the company to offer lower pricing on its Atlantis guitars and Saber basses.
VUE Audiotechnik appoints Ron Vogel
VUE Audiotechnik has chosen Ron Vogel Audio (RVA), based in Zwanenburg, as its exclusive dealer for the Netherlands.
CHAUVET Professional STRIKE 4 and Legends Greet 2016 At Large South African NYE Celebration
With balmy temperatures (28˚ Celsius) and clear skies, the weather in this seaside town located a two-hour drive from Durban isn’t what comes to mind when people in the Northern…
Porter and Davies goes direct in US
Drum and bass monitoring specialist, Porter & Davies, is now selling direct into the US through its website - www.porteranddavies.co.uk.
Barnes and Mullins adds DR string exclusive
Barnes & Mullins has become the exclusive distributor of DR Handmade Strings in the UK and Ireland.
Swiss firm Relish, readies NAMM launches
Swiss manufacturer, Relish Guitars is launching a new addition to its innovative range of guitars made with a chambered aluminium and wood body and boasting several distinctive features.
Hal Leonard Announces NAMM Demo Stage Lineup
Hal Leonard has released its schedule of guest performers and presenters who will be appearing in their NAMM booth #5720 in Hall B.
Roland Corporation U.S. Names Nelson VP of Drums & Accessories
Roland Corporation U.S. is pleased to announce the appointment of industry veteran Mark Nelson to the newly created position of vice president of Drums and Accessories.
Hoshino USA Announces New Distribution Deal with Hardcase
Effective January 1st, 2016, Hoshino U.S.A., Inc. has announced that it has finalized an exclusive distribution agreement with Hardcase International Limited, makers of Hardcase drum cases.
Porter & Davies Announce Direct Distribution To USA
Porter & Davies have announced that customers in the U.S. can now buy directly from their website at http://www.porteranddavies.co.uk.
Guild readies first offerings from new factory
With production now up and running at its new factory in Ventura, California, resurgent Guild has announced a host of new models for NAMM.
New German distributor for JHS brands
John Hornby Skewes has appointed Musik Wein as its new distribution partner in Germany for Vintage electric and acoustic guitars and Pilgrim Folk Instruments.
Thomas Joins Pearl Drums Artist Roster
Pearl Drums is proud to welcome a new member to their Artist Roster - percussionist Dominique Thomas.
B&J Music to Distribute Peavey in Canada
Peavey Electronics® has announced it will utilize a new distributor for the Canadian market.
Cordial Celebrates 20 Years
The German cable manufacturer Cordial®, located close to the Bavarian capital Munich, celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2015.
Juno Rejuvenates Crosybton
The small West Texas town of Crosbyton has many student accomplishments to be proud of over the past several years.
Vandoren Introduces V21 Saxophone Reed
In December 2015, Vandoren officially introduced the new V21 saxophone reeds to the U.S.
Heil Sound Celebrates ‘50 Years of Maximum Rock & Roll'
Heil Sound is marking 2016 as “50 Years of Maximum Rock & Roll.”