G&L Adds Custom Shop Option
G&L’s factory in Fullerton, California, has added a new custom shop facility.
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2018 Music Products Industry Archive
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Rocktron Launches First All-Tube Pre-Amp
Rocktron has launched the ValveSonic Plexi, the first in the ValveSonic series of all-tube guitar preamps.
Target Sponsors Music Video with CHAUVET Professional Nexus Panels
Target recently sponsored a three-minute-and-fifteen second video of Zedd’s tune “The Middle” during the January 28 broadcast of the Grammy Awards, which featured 325 CHAUVET Professional Nexus 4x4 panels.
Austin Guitars Debuts New Website Design
Austin Guitars has unveiled a complete redesign of their website, AustinGTR.com, highlighting the new models unveiled at the 2018 winter NAMM show.
Yamaha Guitars Partners With Musopia
Yamaha Guitars has partnered with Musopia, a music software development studio, to bring forth a package featuring Musopia's FourChords app.
ESP Guitars Names Rauser as Director of Artist Relations
ESP Guitars has announced that Tony Rauser has been named as the company's new director of artist relations. Rauser has served with ESP for over five years in the role…
Piano Adventures Receives 2018 MTNA Frances Clark Keyboard Pedagogy Award
Piano Adventures® by Nancy and Randall Faber, has been selected as the recipient of the MTNA Frances Clark Keyboard Pedagogy Award for 2018.
NAMM Best & Worst in Show Winter 2018
Best Big-Time Musical EventThe Yamaha All Star Concert on the Grand featured superstars Michael McDonald, Melissa Etheridge, Lindsey Stirling, Sam Moore, Marc Broussard, Butch Walker, and Sheléa on the Yamaha…
‘The Big One:’ 2018 NAMM Show Expands in More Ways than One
“Our members deserve all the credit for creating such an incredible show,” says NAMM president and CEO Joe Lamond. “It’s their innovative products and displays, the lifelong friendships and business…
MJP Sales Announces U.S. Distribution Agreement with Ruach Music
MJP Sales Inc. has announced an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with Ruach Music, the maker of hand-built cajons, stompboxes, and hardwood pedalboards.
Debt Troubles Reported for Gibson, Juszkiewicz Responds
It has recently been reported by many that Gibson Brands, Inc. - parent company of Gibson Guitars - is facing an uncertain future due to serious debt-related and operational concerns. The company has issued a…
Debt Troubles Reported for Gibson, Juszkiewicz Responds
It has recently been reported by many that Gibson Brands, Inc. - parent company of Gibson Guitars - is facing an uncertain future due to serious debt-related and operational concerns. The company has issued a…
Music & Arts Opens 160th Location
Music & Arts has announced the opening of their 160th location in the U.S. with the acquisition of Ponier Music in West Cobb, Georgia.
Martin Audio Announces U.S. Demo Tour
Martin Audio has announced a series of demos across America in 2018, starting with New York in March, featuring Wavefront Precision line arrays, new monitor XE wedges and powered point…
PRS Guitars Names Settimi as Accessories Product Manager
PRS Guitars has named David Settimi as accessories product manager.
Yamaha Drums Adds Chamberlin to Artist Roster
Yamaha Drums has announced the signing of Jimmy Chamberlin (of alternative rock band Smashing Pumpkins) to the roster of Yamaha Artists.
New Gear from Applied Research and Technology
The new ART Trans X is a two-channel solid-state preamp Applied Research and Technology, providing lean quiet gain while maintaining incredible transparency.
Whirlwind’s PL-PM1RJ Power Meter
The UL-listed PL-PM1RJ power meter from Whirlwind, is designed for monitoring voltage, current and frequency on 3 phase Y power with three 120 Volt AC legs or single-phase AC with two…
New Amps from Fender
Long-revered by players of all stripes, the 15- watt Pro Junior IV adds a modified volume circuit and a classic tweed appearance to this workhorse amplifier.
Randall RX15MBC Combo Amp
Randall has re-introduced its popular entry-level combo amp, the Randall RX15MBC.
GluBoost GluDry Pinpoint Extender Kit Add-On Accessory
The GluBoost Pinpoint Extender Kit is an ideal Glu Dry accessory for pinpointing application specificity and accuracy.
New Products from Casio
The brand-new CT--X line of portable keyboards boasts AiX (Acoustic & Intelligent multi-Expression), Casio's next generation sound source, which is eight times more powerful than Casio's current portables.
CORDIAL CPI PZ Adapter Cables for Modular Synthesizers
Cordial has extended its adapter cable range with a mono version, the CPI PZ, equipped with hand soldered REAN 3.5mm and 6.3mm full metal connectors.
New Products from D'Addario Accessories
The Screeching Halt Humidifier from D'Addario Accessories is a hybrid feedback reducer and humidifier that allows you to humidify your guitar's body and neck joint, even in the driest conditions - while…
Apex Tube Matching Power Tube Matching System
This enhanced power tube matching system now matches additional control points, making Apex the only matching system in the industry with 4- point matching.
New Strings from Optima
Optima is introducing three new strings in 2018: VintageFlex for acoustic guitar, Violin “Tricolore” and the 24K Goldbrokat Premium e” for violin.
System Blue's Professional Marching Brass Series
With a new ergonomic hand positioning, the Euphonium Hybrid gives a balanced feel while reducing weight and length.
Seagull Guitar's Updated Entourage Series
The new Entourage series from Seagull Guitars will feature a variety of body shapes in the new warm and vibrant "Autumn Burst" finish.
Cort Guitars B6 Plus AS Electric Bass Guitar
The B6 Plus AS electric bass guitar by Cort is the newest new six-string, open-pore model to Cort's Artisan Series.
Tenth Anniversary Cymbal from Dream Cymbals
The 10th Anniversary Cymbal from Dream Cymbals is a 24" Small Bell Flat Ride modified with a special patina finish that a member of the Dream Cymbals Team in Toronto will…
Top-Tier Timekeepers: High-end Drum Kits Sales in 2018
MMR checks in with representatives from five major players in the design and production of high-end drum sets to learn about trends in that market segment, technical innovations, and the…
The Short End of the Stick? In an Increasingly Crowded Field, Artist Signature Series Drumsticks are Less Impactful In Today’s Market for MI Dealers
While some of our MI retailer surveys can provide a somewhat mixed-bag in terms of results, this month’s poll points to a generally clear direction for the Artist Series drumstick…
Over 1.2 Million Served: Celebrating 25 Years of North Carolina’s Progressive Music
Progressive Music, a 25-year and million-plus lessons operation, started in a broom closet.
Warb-a-palooza!: Warburton Music Celebrates Factory Grand Opening and 44 Years in Business
On February 22 and 23, there’s going to be a party in Titusville, Florida: Warb-a-palooza!
Small Business Matters: Experiencing the Perfect Sales Presentation
It finally happened.I actually met someone who has the exact formula needed for making any customer trust that the sales person has the customer’s best interest in mind.
The Sound of Money: Got Value?
As a 13-year-old guitarist in the ‘60s, I would often visit my local MI dealer. The policy of the store was: “You can look at the guitars, but no touching…
The Next Big Thing?
Many MMR readers recently returned from the annual NAMM Show in Anaheim (see our Show Report on page 26).
There’s Nothing Neutral About the Internet When it Comes to Retail
Retailers are watching how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act bills that worked their way though the Senate and the House of Representatives late last year will ultimately turn out.
KHS America Announces Annual Scholarship Winner
Each year, KHS America awards a college scholarship to a member of the United States Army All American Marching Band (USAAAMB).
Swing House Announces First Platinum Award
Swing House proudly announces the first Platinum Award for their new location inn Atwater Village for the hit single, "In the Name of Love" by Martin Garrix & Bebe Rexha.