Ibanez GIO Basses Add Two New Models
GIO, the Ibanez value-line bass series, added two new models: The GSR200SDL, a Soda Blue 4-string, and the GSR205DVM Deep Violet Metallic 5-string.
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2016 Music Products Industry Archive
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Cort Guitars AB850F Acoustic Bass Model
Cort Guitars AB850F Acoustic Bass features a full-size, jumbo body that measures 110-135 mm and includes Fishman electronics—designed to produce a big natural acoustic sound with plenty of volume to…
Fulcrum Acoustic Installed at the Stone Mountain Arts Center
Fulcrum Acoustic was chosen as the part of the new sound system installed at the Stone Mountain Arts Center—a 200-seat, timber frame music hall nestled in the scenic foothills of…
EarthQuaker updates pedal quartet
EarthQuaker Devices is releasing updated and improved versions of its top-selling Dispatch Master, Speaker Cranker, Acapulco Gold, and Afterneath effects pedals.
Apogee launches new JAM96K package
Apogee has launched its new Apogee JAM 96k for Windows and Mac.
LunaStone pushes out new booster pedal
LunaStone Guitar Effects’ recently introduced boost pedal The Pusher, has now shipped and is available in the US as well as in Europe.
Roli launches 'groundbreaking' recording system
Bendy keyboard designer, Roli has launched a new product called Blocks, an ambitious attempt to create a new style of music creation and recording system.
Galaxy Audio’s CM-170 SPL Meter
Galaxy Audio introduces the Checkmate CM-170. The CM-170 measures SPL in decibels, for accurate measurement of audio volume in your immediate surroundings. Designed for live sound or wherever there are…
Fishman TriplePlay® FC-1 Floor Controller
MIDI synths and sound modules can be played wirelessly with a Fishman TriplePlay-equipped guitar. With the addition of the Fishman Tripleplay FC-1 Controller directly controlling the player’s sound sources from…
Korg Announces Limited Edition KingKORG
A matte-black model of the KingKORG, KORG’s 61-key flagship analog modeling synthesizer for performance and studio, is now available in a limited edition with the KingKORG Black.
Korg ARP ODYSSEi App
The classic KORG ARP Odyssey is now available for iOS (iPad/iPhone) with the release of the ARP ODYSSEi Mobile Analog Synthesizer for iOS. The software faithfully models the circuits of…
Ortega Guitars Power Adapter and Daisy Chains
The Ortega Guitars Power power adapter is a tool to run multiple effects in combination with Ortega daisy chaines. Available for American standard sockets and works for any 9V driven…
Focusrite Positive Grid BIAS FX LE
In November, Focusrite has teamed up with Positive Grid to offer a free BIAS FX LE guitar effects processor - a version of BIAS FX Pro exclusively developed for Focusrite…
Novation Circuit v1.4 Firmware
This Novation Circuit v1.4 firmware update introduces several user-requested features, and brings all-new sessions, samples and synth patches.
Dj Ashba of Sixx:A.M. Teams Up with Dean Markley
Dean Markley USA announced the addition of guitarist Dj Ashba to their artist roster along with the Dj Ashba Artist Series of strings.
Supro powers Beth Hart UK tour
JHS’ Supro amp brand is powering the UK tour of Beth Hart and blues guitarist, Colin James.
Antelope launches customer loyalty scheme
Antelope Audio has launched a new loyalty scheme for customers, called the Privilege Club.
Korg adds Tanglewood to Canadian range
Korg USA is now the exclusive Canadian distributor of Tanglewood acoustic guitars.
Chauvet Creates Looks for Belgium Box Gala
The producers of the new Belgian CAZ TV recently promoted their new channel with a reality show-like boxing gala that pitted celebrities against one another. Providing lighting for this televised…
Conn-Selmer Launches New C.G. Conn and King Websites
Conn-Selmer announced the launch of newly designed, mobile-friendly websites for two historic brands—C.G. Conn and King. The new sites provide superior user experiences while highlighting a portfolio of products, videos,…
Violettes by Becky Whimsical Music-Themed Cards
Violettes by Becky announced the release of whimsical music-themed greeting cards, note cards, and coloring books.
Purdue AAMB Halloween Halftime Show Posted by Big Ten Network
Things got pretty scary over the weekend as the Purdue All-American Marching Band's Halloween-inspired halftime spectacle spooked the crowd with their ghastly cast of characters at the Penn State vs.…
Trade Regrets: Stanley Schireson
On October 29th, we received the following message from NAMM’s Dan Del Fiorentino:Gary [Schireson] provided the sad news that his father passed away today. Stanley was a month shy of his…
Roland Robben Ford Tone Capsule
The Roland Robben Ford Tone Capsule brings the signature tones of the noted blues and fusion guitarist to the Roland Blues Cube amplifier series.
Mackie XR Series Studio Monitors
Mackie announced a new series of studio monitors to its popular lineup - XR Series Studio Monitors. Aimed at professional and project studios, XR Series offers two models, the 8"…
IK Multimedia announces iRig HD 2
IK Multimedia announced iRig HD 2 — the sequel to their best-selling, popular iRig HD digital guitar interface for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and PC.
D’Addario Accessories Eclipse Tuners
D'Addario Accesories Eclipse tuner is a clip-on headstock tuner that offers fast, accurate chromatic tuning, the Eclipse is unobtrusive in design yet accurate in tuning both on and off the stage.
Blizzard Lighting BHUDDA
A tool for all professional lighting technicians and installers, BUDDHA™ is Blizzard’s universal DMX Data Handheld appliance equipped to measure, test, and troubleshoot applications with DMX controlled lighting.
Bass Plate™ BP-20 Pedal Dock For 20˝ Bass Drums
Following the release of its bass drum pedal dock for 22˝ bass drums in early 2015, Burns Engineering president and Bass Plate inventor Nick Burns has announced the arrival the…
Blizzard Lighting Blockhead™ Z9
This 3x3 LED pixel matrix moving head fixture is fully equipped to put on a light show with its 9x15-watt RGBW four-in-one Gaggione™ LEDs with 10 degrees to 50 degrees…
BerpBioOil
BerpBioOil is a plant-based, non-petroleum, non-toxic essential oil that cleans as it lubricates. It is available in light, medium, and heavy grades formulated with specific viscosities to match the needs…
MMR Reports from Music China 2016
Check out clips from some chats MMR had with suppliers exhibiting at this year's Music China Show in Shanghai: Visit MMRTV now!
PLASA Focus returning to Glasgow
PLASA Focus Glasgow, returns to the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) on 18th and 19th January, 2017 for its third outing.
Porter and Davies expands to new HQ
Tactile monitoring sepcialist, Porter & Davies, has moved to larger premises following year on year record sales growth across its range.
Perry to receive Les Paul gong at NAMM
The NAMM Foundation has announced that Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry will receive the prestigious Les Paul Award at its annual NAMM TEC awards.
Martin wins Chinese trademark battle
Martin Guitar has won the battle to regain rightful ownership of its trademarks for guitars and strings in China.
McDougall joins Celestion
Speaker manufacturer Celestion, has appointed former AVSL and Chord Distribution sales chief Neil McDougall, as distribution sales manager for the UK, Europe, Africa, Middle East, India and Asia Pacific regions.
Miller Named Elation Professional Sales Rep
Elation Professional has reached an agreement with industry professional Chris Miller and Cascade Technical Sales (CTS) to be Elation’s new independent sales representative for Northern California and Northern Nevada.
Michael Kelly Guitar Co. Introduces Three New 2017 Acoustic Guitars
Michael Kelly Guitar Co. is introduced its 2017 acoustic guitar line, which features the 3D Grand Auditorium, the Forte Exotic in Java Ebony, and the Koa Special in Hickory Sunset.…
Joe Perry to Receive Les Paul Award at NAMM TEC Awards
As part of its 32nd Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards (NAMM TEC Awards), The NAMM Foundation has announced that rocker Joe Perry will receive the prestigious Les Paul…