Rain-hit Music China opens doors
Heavy downpours couldn't dampen attendees' and exhibitors' spirits as the 15th annual Music China Trade Fair opened on October 26th.
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Apogee schedules Tileyard showcase
Apogee will be showcasing its most recent product releases at Tileyard Studios on Monday 14th November.
Bonners expands with new piano centre
Bonners has expanded its operation with the addition of a new specialist piano centre just off the M25 in Surrey.
Music China 2016 Opens
Heavy downpours couldn't dampen attendees' and exhibitors' spirits as the 15th annual Music China Trade Fair opened on October 26th.
Sennheiser Opens SoHo Pop-Up Store
Audio specialist Sennheiser opened a SoHo pop-up store. Open up to the end of February starting from October 21, it is a designed as a destination for unique listening experiences,…
More new gear from Radial
Radial Engineering has again added to its pedal line-up, with the launch of the Regency, which acts as a pre-emphasis for mid and high gain amps, and a revamped version…
Pioneer bundles Rekordbox DJ
Pioneer's all-in-one DJ system, the XDJ-RX, will come bundled with a Rekordbox DJ licence worth €139.
Avid releases new Sibelius 'lite'
Avid has released Sibelius First 8, the “lite” version of the music composition and notation software.
Larrivée flamed ash guitars arrive in UK
Larrivée has launched a limited run of flamed ash acoustic guitars in the UK through Sound Technology.
New Lewitt studio mic from JHS
JHS has just released the new LCT640 TS condenser microphone from Lewitt (£959 UK RRP).
Sweetwater Hosts “Worship Connect” Workshop
Sweetwater recently hosted its third two-day workshop for worship leaders, technicians, and musicians, called “Worship Connect.” Featured artists included Jeff Sandstrom, FOH Engineer for Chris Tomlin, Passion, and North Point Community Church,…
LAST CALL!!! MMRs 35th Annual Top Music Chains Report - Update your 2016 Info Now!
We are currently putting the finishing touches on MMR's 35th Annual 'America's Top Music Chains.' If your MI retail operation has three or more storefronts, please update your 2016 information by clicking the…
ADJ Group Opens New Facility Near Mexico City
In order to adapt to a growing and changing Mexican market for entertainment technology, the ADJ Group has opened a new distribution center facility near Mexico City that will serve…
Victory for JHS in Gibson counterfeiting case
UK distributor JHS, has won a legal victory over US guitar giant Gibson, in a case of alleged counterfeiting against its Vintage guitar brand.
Another signing for growing ADG
Busy Audio Distribution Group has added yet another line to its growing range of MI and audio products, now distributing Emma Electronic exclusively across Europe.
SVM cozies up to new drum rod range
Soar Valley Music (SVM) has taken on distribution of CozyDrum drum rods in the UK.
Bechstein opens US division
German piano giant Bechstein has opened a new US division and will be out in force at the forthcoming NAMM show.
Three new limited edition Martins launched
UK distributor Westside has just released three new “Time-Limited Edition” models from Martin - The 000-15 Special, D-15 Special and DR Centennial.
Bechstein USA Established
Bechstein USA, a newly formed U.S. distribution company, will be presenting a full selection of the C. Bechstein piano line at the 2017 NAMM convention.
Zildjian Announces The 2016 Kerope Zildjian Scholarship Competition Winner
The Avedis Zildjian Company announced the 2016 Kerope Zildjian Scholarship winner is David Yoon from the Julliard School. David is a student of Dan Druckman and will receive a $5,000…
Zildjian Planet Z Cymbals Now Available At Select U.S. Dealers
The Avedis Zildjian Company has announced that its series of Planet Z Cymbals are now available for the first time in the United States.
ADJ to Unveil 13 New Products at LDI
ADJ is preparing to unveil thirteen new products at the LDI trade show in Las Vegas with a focus on value and performance. The new fixtures will continue the evolution…
Chauvet COLORado’s Employed at Americana Music Festival Awards
The Ryman Auditorium stage served as the site for the Americana Honors and Awards Show at the 17th annual Americana Music Festival & Conference. Lighting designer Robert Peterson employed Chauvet…
Senator Chuck Schumer Re-Visits D’Addario Headquarters
D’Addario has been selected as a featured New York company for one of a handful of commercials running as a series for Senator Chuck Schumer’s reelection this year.
Buffet Crampon Announces Territory Realignment and New Division Managers
Buffet Crampon USA, North American distributor of Buffet Crampon’s ten woodwind and brass brands, has announced a realignment of its sales territories and welcomes three new division managers.
Peavey showcase at JG Windows event
Barnes and Mullins will be showcasing its Peavey musical instrument and pro audio line-up at the upcoming ‘Big Name Event’ hosted by retailer JG Windows in Newcastle upon Tyne, on…
D&A Guitar Gear given Yamaha welcome
Accessories manufacturer D&A Guitar Gear has been officially welcomed into the Japanese market at a special event held by new distributor Yamaha Music Japan.
PRS overhauls SE maple top range
PRS is making a number of what it calls “significant upates” to its 2017 Maple Top SE Models.
EHX Bass Clone Chorus Pedal
Electro-Harmonix released the Bass Clone, a chorus pedal with core circuitry that is nearly identical to the legendary Small Clone chorus, but with added features especially for bass.
Zoom brings out two new multi-effect combos
Zoom has added to its line-up of low-cost multi-effect pedals with the launch of the G3n and G3Xn models.
Odyssey backs Africa music project
JHS’ Odyssey brass instrument brand has given its support to the Brass for Africa initiative.
DPA Microphones at The Hubble Cantata Premiere
Sound designer for The Hubble Cantata, Garth MacAleavey, employed DPA Microphones for the August 6 premiere in Brooklyn, NY.
St Louis Music to Sponsor Great Circle Charity Event
St Louis Music announced that it will donate ten Austin brand guitars to the Great Circle “Starry Starry Night” Charity Event, which takes place in November at the Four Seasons…
Buffet Crampon Partners with Kibo Commerce Online Sales Platform
Buffet Crampon USA, North American distributor of Buffet Crampon student, intermediate, and professional woodwinds, announced a new partnership with Kibo Commerce, the Cloud-based online order commerce platform.
Angel Perez Engages Jingle Ball Announcement Crowd With Chauvet DJ
DJs from the New York radio station Z100 announced the artist line-up for the Jingle Ball Tour concert that will take place at Madison Square Garden, December 9. The announcement included…
Prestige Guitars Engages Blaze Music To Rep Line Across Canada
Prestige Guitars announced that the company has engaged Blaze Music to represent the line across Canada. Blaze has an established team of reps that will bring the line directly to…
Jazz Vocalist Carmen Bradford Relies on the Earthworks SR40V
Discovered by William “Count” Basie in 1982, Carmen Bradford became the featured vocalist in the legendary Count Basie Orchestra for nine years and continues singing as a guest vocalist with…
GHS Launch New Advertising Campaign For Nitro-Packs
GHS Strings launched a new, global advertising campaign highlighting the benefits of their new Nitro-Pack with its “ultimate guarantee.”
LOUD Names Stalcup VP
LOUD Technologies Inc. (LOUD) has announced the appointment of Thom Stalcup to the position of vice president of Operations.
Hal Leonard Acquires Schaum Publications
Hal Leonard has announced that effective immediately they have acquired Schaum Publications, the publisher of educational piano materials.