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2024 Music Products Industry Archive

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Shergold Guitars Announce Musik Wein GmbH as Exclusive Distribution Partner in Germany

Barnes & Mullins, the parent company of Shergold Guitars, is delighted to announce Musik Wein GmbH as the exclusive distributor of Shergold Guitars in Germany.

NS Design Launches the Innovative CR Series Six-String Electric Violin

From award-winning instrument designer Ned Steinberger, the NS CR Series merges classic NS elegance, exceptional performance and player ergonomics.

DJ Lighting Announces New Partnership With DWR Distribution in South Africa

To provide improved support for existing customers and grow the company’s presence in South Africa, ADJ is pleased to announce a new partnership with DWR Distribution.

Fender Honors Susan Tedeschi With Signature Telecaster

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announces the Susan Tedeschi Telecaster®, honoring one of the most celebrated blues and American roots musicians with her first Fender® signature guitar.

Magnus Sjöquist Puts Kala's Solid Body UBASS Through its Paces

Swedish distributor and Kala ambassador Magnus Sjöquist recently demo'd the Kala Solid Body UBASS. Check out the video by clicking here!

SONOR Drums Welcomes Trey Gray to Artist Roster

Trey Gray, a seasoned drummer with a career spanning over three decades, has joined the artist roster for SONOR Drums.

Eurovision Accents Linear Space with CHAUVET Professional COLORado PXL Bar 16

On December 14th, Eurovision unveiled the theme art for the 2024 edition of its iconic song contest.

ADK Microphones & David Bock Announce Collaboration

ADK Microphones announces its collaboration with legendary microphone designer David Bock.

Vintage ProShop Wrexham AFC Guitar to be Auctioned for Wrexham Miners Project

Supporters can get their hands on a unique Vintage® Custom ProShop® electric guitar, created to celebrate Wrexham AFC’s promotion, which is being brought to auction to raise money for the…

Shure Upgrades Trusted WL Series With The Launch Of The New WL18Xm Professional Low-Profile Lavalier Condenser Microphone

Shure announces its updated, newly designed low-profile WL18Xm professional lavalier condenser microphones, including the cardioid WL185m, supercardioid WL184m, and omnidirectional WL183m, for use with wireless bodypack transmitters.Shure announces its updated,…

C.F. Martin & Co. Welcomes New Head of Information Technology

C. F. Martin & Co.® announces that Eric Williams has joined the company as its new Senior Director of IT.

Wenger Corporation Technology Enhances University of St. Thomas' New STEAM Facility

Wenger Corporation, a leading provider of innovative products and solutions for music education and the performing arts, installed Transform® Motorized Acoustical Banners in the University of St. Thomas' new Center…

Gibson Charlie Starr Les Paul Junior

As it celebrates 130 years of music history, Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, is proud to announce it has partnered with Charlie Starr, frontman, singer-songwriter, and guitarist, for the…

Choral Music Editor Jamey Ray Joins Excelcia Music Publishing Full-Time

Excelcia Music Publishing is elated to announce the new full-time status of Choral Music Editor Jamey Ray.

Ibanez Adds a Completely New RGR Model to their Prestige Lineup

New for summer 2024, Ibanez has introduced the RGR5130, a new addition to its Prestige series.

Ibanez Unveils Two AZ Prestige Models Featuring a New Gray Metallic Finish

New for summer 2024, Ibanez has announced a new Grey Metallic finish for two of its AZ Prestige models: the AZ2402 and AZ2204N.

Ibanez Launches New Online Apparel Store for U.S. Market

Ibanez and TAMA Drums have launched new online apparel stores offering a selection of branded clothing.

Applied Research & Technology at 40

Applied Research & Technology (ART), a division of Yorkville Sound, celebrates its 40th Anniversary in 2024.

Dealer Survey: Music Stands

Folding music stands with carrying cases, conductor stands for the maestros, tabletop music stands designed for use at a desk or on the classroom floor -- there are plenty of…

Roundtable: Student Flutes

One of the oldest musical instruments known to man -- and one of the most popular with beginning student musicians -- the flute is a beloved woodwind mainstay.

Music China Launches Premium Audio Shanghai 2024

Fulcrum Acoustic Introduces the New RX Series of Compact Installation Loudspeakers

Fulcrum Acoustic is excited to introduce its new RX series of compact installation loudspeakers.

Martin Audio Helps Create Immersion at Twist Museum

Based in London’s West End, The Twist Museum is an immersive, interactive, multi-sensory attraction, set on a 15,000 sq. ft site.

DPA Microphones and Wisycom Join Forces to Enhance Presence in the United States

DPA Microphones and Wisycom, renowned leaders in the professional audio industry, are thrilled to announce a strategic alliance in the United States.

Gibson Gives Non-Profit Division of Gibson Donates 100 Guitars to Underserved Nashville Youth with Free Guitars 4 Kids Organization at Weekend Event

As it celebrates 130 years of music history,Gibson, the iconic and leading global instrument brand, has shaped sound across generations and genres of music for over a century, becoming one of…

Hal Leonard Welcomes Two New Editors

Hal Leonard has announced the expansion of their instrumental and choral teams with the additions of Joe Snyder and Zachary Moore.

Buffet Crampon USA Teams with Local Jacksonville Charity for Clarinet Donation

Buffet Crampon USA, North American distributor for Buffet Crampon clarinets, recently partnered with Dreams Come True of Jacksonville, to donate an R13 professional B-flat clarinet to 17-year-old Sophia Spencer of…

New Jazz Ensemble Releases: Blues, Ballads, and Beyond from Excelcia Music Publishing

Excelcia Music Publishing is proud to announce the release of its versatile new collection of Jazz Ensemble Music for 2024–2025.

Two More Students Awarded Pearl Corporation College Scholarship

In May of 2021, Pearl Corporation announced the opening of a new college scholarship, “Musicians Making A Difference,” awarding $10,000 annually in the amount of two $5,000 scholarships to high…

Légère Reeds Ltd. Acquired by Music Centre

Légère Reeds is joining the Music Center family. Légère Reeds Ltd. is now wholly owned by Music Centre S.r.l.

SONOR Drums Expands Artist Roster with Hubert Payne

Hubert Payne, touring and recording drummer for Little Big Town, is the latest addition to the SONOR Drums Artist Roster.

L-Acoustics Puts People-Centric Culture at the Heart of Corporate Strategy, Elevating Anne Hamlett to Chief People Officer

L-Acoustics announces the appointment of Anne Hamlett to Chief People Officer, marking a pivotal moment in the company’s evolution.

Ultra-Pure Oils Joins Eastman Music Company’s Family of Brands

Eastman Music Company, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of musical instruments and accessories, has announced the acquisition of Ultra-Pure Oils, a renowned provider of premium lubricants for brass instruments.

BASSBOSS Introduces ControlBASS Software

BASSBOSS is excited to announce the release of ControlBASS, a proprietary software designed to enhance the performance and flexibility of our MK3 series loudspeakers.

ADJ Makes Big Impact With Second-Generation of Popular Jolt Series Multi-functional Strobe/Wash Fixtures

Building on the success of the original Jolt Series fixtures, the new Jolt Bar FX2 and Jolt Panel FX2 offer intense output and huge versatility.

Renowned recording engineer Nick Mac Expands his Focusrite Arsenal to Enhance the Capabilities of His Recording Setup

In his role as the chief engineer at Electric Feel Entertainment’s production studios, which houses a lineup of A-list artists, producers, songwriters, brands and partners, Nick Mac, whose engineering credits…

Jason Isbell 'Red Eye' 1959 Les Paul Standard Collector’s Edition

As it celebrates 130 years of music history, Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, is proud to announce a partnership with the six-time GRAMMY® Award-winning and critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, Jason…

Music China to Rock Back in October with 25 Percent More Exhibition Space

Following a near-record turnout of 122,000 visitors last year, the floor space for the upcoming 2024 edition of Music China is expanding to 150,000 sqm.

PRG EMEA invests in new Cameo ORON H2 Phosphor-Laser Moving Head

PRG EMEA is adding a real game changer to its extensive lighting technology line-up.

Hidersine launch Andante Strings for Violin, Viola, & Cello

Hidersine proudly introduces its latest release, Hidersine Andante Strings.