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2017 Music Products Industry Archive

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Mobile Pianos from Artesia

Artesia has released new additions to their line of mobile pianos, including the PE-88 mobile ensemble, AM-1 semi-weighted, AM-3 hammer action, and A-61 61 key.

LaTromba Maintenance Products from American Way Marketing

American Way Marketing has teamed up with Arnold Stolzel GmbH to produce for LaTromba maintenance products, now available in North and South America.

Steri-Spray from American Way Marketing

Steri-Spray from American Way Marketing is a no-rinse, fine mist mouthpiece cleaner and case freshener, designed to keep your band room germ-free.

StroboClip HD from Peterson Strobe Tuners

The StroboClip HD (SC-HD) from Peterson Tuners has debuted as a newer and more powerful version of its predecessor, the StroboClip clip-on tuner.

Titanium Bridge Pins from D’Addario Accessories

D’Addario Accessories has added the D’Addario Titanium Bridge Pins to their line of premium bridge and end pins.

The Humidipak Restore Kit by D’Addario

The Humidipak Restore Kit by D’Addario helps instruments and cases return to the ideal humidity level without danger of over-humidification.

9v Battery Pack from D'Addario Accessories

D'Addario Accessories has released their 9v battery pack to accompany their line of high-quality power accessories.

DRY N' GLIDE from Graph Tech Guitar Labs

DRY N' GLIDE from Graph Tech Guitar Labs is a non-gritty hand talc for musicians who are playing in hot and humid conditions.

#1060 LED Lamp II from Manhasset Stands

The new #1060 LED Lamp II from Manhasset Stands features 15 LED bulbs built into the construction for glare-free, full-width, audience shielded illumination.

Faxx Synthetic Reeds

Faxx Synthetic Reeds are made from a unique material formulated with consistent spacing of fibers to create a vibrant sound. 

Super Slinky Bass Guitar Strings from Ernie Ball

These bass guitar strings from Ernie Ball are tailored to fit short scale (~30") basses.  

FAXX Mouthpiece Cushions

These mouthpiece cushions from American Way Marketing are created to reduce mouthpiece wear and protect sensitive teeth while performing.

Power Groove Pure Nickel line from S.I.T. Strings 

The S.I.T. (Stay In Tune) Strings Company has expanded its Power Groove Pure Nickel line of electric guitar strings to include various hybrid sets and heavier sets.

Ascenté from D'Addario Orchestral

The new synthetic violin set Ascenté from D’Addario Orchestral offers violin strings specifically designed to help players advance their craft with elegance and consistency.

Rich Robinson Signature Brass Slide from D'Addario Accessories

D'Addario Accessories has released the Rich Robinson Signature Brass Slide, a slide designed by the founding member of the Black Crowes.

Lighting Effect Pedals from StompLight

The StompLight is a self-contained sound-responsive stage lighting effect pedal with DMX512 protocol.

On-Stage Guitar Racks

The newest guitar racks from On-Stage, the GS7563B and GS7563W, are side-loading racks that accommodate up to six electric or three acoustic guitars.

TKL Electric Guitar Cases

The new Vectra series MC™ and IPX™ Impact-X electric guitar cases from TKL Cases all ideal for traveling performers and professionals in the studio.

TKL Acoustic Guitar Cases

TKL Products Corp. offers a range of cases, including Concept™ MC™ and Zero-Gravity® models. All of these models are designed to fit most every vintage and contemporary acoustic guitar on the…

Cooperstand Pro-Tandem

The Cooperstand Pro-Tandem is a furniture-grade stand that can support various instruments, such as guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, and violins. 

Wind Wynder from Manhasset Stands

The Wind Wynder from Manhasset Stands holds music books, pages, or sheet music on a stand or with a hard music folder on a music stand.

BAM Guitar Cases

BAM is expanding its range of guitar cases to include the 000, OM, and Grand Concert models, all of which boast a 3-layer structure with AIREX core for a light yet…

Fluence brings out signature pickup sets

Fluence pickups from Fishman have added a number of guitar players who have created their own signature sets.

Source signs Expressive E exclusive

Source Distribution has been appointed as the exclusive distributor in the UK and Ireland for Expressive-E products, maker of the Touché expressive instrument and controller.

NAMM Foundation Announces $675,000 in Grants to Music Ed Programs

​The NAMM Foundation has announced that the organization will benefit 24 different music education programs with  $675,000 in grants, an increase made possible by NAMM Foundation donors.

Epica Gets A New Look on Tour With ChamSys

Epica's Holographic Principle tour of Europe and North America has been powered by the ChamSys MagicQ MQ60 console. Lighting designer Erwin Van Lokeren created the new look for the metal band's massive tour with…

American DJ, Atlas-IED, and Quest Join KMC Pro Audio Portfolio

KMC Pro Audio has announced that American DJ, AtlasIED, and Quest have joined its expanding roster of Pro Audio brands.

New summer launches from Cordoba and Guild

Cordoba has announced a number of new launches ahead of this year’s Summer NAMM show.

Adam Hall boosts international team

Adam Hall is continuing its restructuring, developing its Global Business Development division with the appointment of the experienced Alessio Foti.

2017 Elgin Ribfest Utilizes CHAUVET Professional Fixtures for Live Performances

At this year’s Elgin Ribfest in Chicago, local band 7th Heaven received the spotlight on the Bud Light Stage thanks to eight Rogue R2 Beams from CHAUVET Professional and a ChamSys MagicQ MQ40…

Morley/Ebtech Partners with Hal Leonard as USA Master Distributor.

Sound Enhancement LLC, manufacturer of  Morley® and Ebtech® brand products, has announced their recent agreement with Hal Leonard MI Distribution to serve as Master Distributor for the majority of our…

Aruba’s Soul Beach Music Festival Shines With CHAUVET Professional

The Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba flourished this year with performances from Usher, The Roots, and Mary J. Blige, and lighting from over 100 CHAUVET Professional fixtures.

J.W. Pepper Names Buddock Vice President

J.W. Pepper has announced that Nick Buddock has been named vice president of Operations.

Barnes and Mullins upgrades online dealer facilities

Barnes & Mullins has announced a number of upgrades to its trade website - www.bandm.co.uk - to include main brand dealership prices and bulk quantity discounts.

Young in as Clapham departs Tanglewood

Tanglewood Guitars has recruited Iain Young to its field sales team with responsibilities for key retail partners in the Midlands and West of England.

Radial ships cab combiner

Radial Engineering is shipping its new Cab-Link speaker cabinet combiner.

Spector celebrates with anniversary bass

Barnes & Mullins has announced the immediate availability of the new limited edition Spector 1977 Euro 4LE bass in the UK.

Supro launches Statesman Head and Combo amps

Supro is continuing its busy summer launch programme, following up the arrival of its Black Magick head with the Statesman head and combo.

CHAUVET Professional Brightens This Year’s Glastonbury Festival

This year's Glastonbury Festival boasted performances from artists like The XX, Radiohead, and The Sleaford Mods, who all took the stage under the light from ten Maverick MK1 Hybrids from CHAUVET…

Sweetwater's GearFest 2017 Draws Record Crowds and Sales

Sweetwater Sound has announced that GearFest 2017 was a bigger success than ever, breaking every record established by previous GearFest events.