Whirlwind’s IMP Line Level Combiner
Use the IMP Line Level Combiner box when you want to create a mono mix from a stereo source but need to keep the original stereo signals isolated.
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Roto-Grip Locking Super Rotomatics from Grover
Grover’s new Roto-Grip Locking Super Rotomatics (509 Series) feature a three-step button and utilize the famous 18:1 Rotomatic design with a “thumb screw” mechanism, which locks the string into place.
Godlyke’s Maxon Custom Shop SSD-9 Super Sonic Distortion Pedal
Godlyke’s Maxon Custom Shop SSD-9 Super Sonic Distortion pedal was developed based on suggestions from professional Guitarists as to how the stock SD-9 circuit could be improved.
Studio Class Closed-Back Headphones from ddrum
The ddrum Studio Class closed-back headphones fill the need drummers have for superior Db attenuation and studio quality fidelity all in an incredibly comfortable design.
Wall Panels from Gator Frameworks
The 2”-thick pyramid style acoustic foam wall panels by Gator Frameworks improve the acoustics of a room by absorbing and controlling unwanted reflected noise for an enhanced recording and listening…
Trade Regrets: Carma Lou Beck
On January 5, we received the following from NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino: Beloved Iowa music retailer Carma Lou Beck passed away yesterday, January 4, 2021.
Following a Trying Year, Flute Suppliers Look to a Brighter 2021
Representatives from Powell Flutes, Yamaha, and KHS America reflect on their current top-selling models, trends in the flute market, and their expectations moving forward following the COVID-19 pandemic.
GAMA’s Skip Beltz and Glen McCarthy
We recently touched base with two key officers of the organization to learn more about Teaching Guitar Workshops (TGW), the 2020 recipient of the Guitar Ambassador Award, as well as…
‘Easier to Run a Fancy Steak House in Somalia…’: Sales of Mouthpieces for Brass Instruments During the Pandemic
MI retailers comment on lower B&O mouthpiece sales caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as which type of instrument mouthpieces remain the most lucrative.
Kanile’a ‘Ukulele’s New Showroom Shines in Dark Times
After hoping to create a showroom for years, 2020 created a unique need for a safe, relaxed place where guests could select the instruments that would get them through the…
One Last Goodbye
There have been encouraging developments in the past weeks, as it pertains to the ongoing pandemic – vaccines getting approved and distributed, therapeutics advancing and strategies evolving to help those…
GLX Productions Reflects Eden Project in Christmas Display With CHAUVET Professional
Helping the design team achieve this palette, in addition to creating an array of captivating looks throughout Eden Project was a collection of CHAUVET Professional fixtures, including the new Rogue…
‘Christmas Under The Stars’ Is A Success With L-Acoustics
Enjoyed by an estimated 50,000 people, each campus had fantastic sound thanks to the deployment of 210 L-Acoustics loudspeaker enclosures and components provided by the Phoenix office of Clearwing Productions.
Deering Banjo Announces Masterclass with Kruger
The Deering Banjo Masterclass Series will begin with a session featuring Jens Kruger on January 5, 2021.
Trade Regrets: Mototsugu Shimamura
On January 4 we received the following message from NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino: One of the true icons of music retailing has passed away. Mr. Mototsugu Shimamura passed away on December 26.…
Casio America, Inc. Names Ori as New President and CEO
Casio America, Inc. is proud to announce Makoto Ori as its new president and CEO.
2021 NASMD Convention Postponed
On January 2, the National Association of School Music Dealers (NASMD) sent out the following message: We've heard you and your concerns about gathering as a group and traveling in…
NS Design Announces CONNECT2021 - A Virtual Gathering
NS Design and Ned Steinberger invite music retailers, distributors, musicians and music educators of every stripe to a special event, CONNECT2021, an online series of informative and entertaining events, January…
Over 300 ADJ IP-Rated Pars Illuminate Holiday Road Drive-Thru Experience In California
With COVID-19 affecting the holiday plans of most people around the world, opportunities to celebrate the season safely are very much needed. This is what the new Holiday Road drive-thru…
Breedlove VIP Winter Show Pregame Event Opens the Doors, Virtually, on Bend, Oregon Custom Shop, Jan. 11–12
In June, Breedlove outfoxed the pandemic, offering its own successful, groundbreaking Summer Show, introducing a spate of new models and offering an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at Custom Shop operations in…
Trade Regrets: Marlene Davis
Marlene Davis passed away on December 19, 2020 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Loving daughter of Sylvia and Maurice Levy (both deceased). She was the beloved wife…
New ‘Peavey Monitor’ Podcast Highlights Contributions of Fera
Peavey Electronics powers up the circuit boards again on Episode 5 of the “Peavey Monitor” podcast, featuring John Fera, digital design engineer at Peavey.
Plugin Alliance Announces Partnership with Maor Appelbaum and HendyAmps to Create Licensed Plugin Version of THE OVEN
Plugin Alliance, supporting all major plugin formats and uniting some of the best-known international audio companies under one virtual roof, is proud to announce a partnership with mastering engineer extraordinaire…
Trade Regrets: Bob Brumley
NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino sent along the following sad news on December 28: I am sad to report that music publisher Bob Brumley passed away on Christmas Eve. He was…
Trade Regrets: Michael Nugent
On December 28, we received the following from NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino: Michael Nugent, former President of Norlin Corporation passed away. He was 84 years old.
Over 180 CHAUVET Professional COLORado Units Help EAMOTION Paint ‘Jingle Beat’ In Vivid Colors
Helping to tie the multi-faceted attraction together with a rainbow of vivid color was a collection of 186 CHAUVET Professional COLORado fixtures, supplied by 4Wall Entertainment.
Guitar Center Concludes Fast-Track Reorganization
Guitar Center, Inc. (“Guitar Center”) announced that it has emerged from bankruptcy following the successful consummation of its plan of reorganization (the “Plan”) under chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy…
ADJ Fixtures Create The Atmosphere For UK’s Biggest Online Haunted House Afterparty
The official 2020 afterparty to UK radio station Kiss FM’s annual Haunted House Party featured a backdrop of ADJ lighting and LED video fixtures, while atmosphere for the set was…
Avolites is a ‘Big Plus’ for The Bad Plus’ Virtual Big Ears Festival Show
Minneapolis-based jazz trio The Bad Plus recently performed at the Bijou Theatre, which used its own Avolites Titan Mobile and Wing to create the right lighting mood for the recorded…
L-Acoustics Announces Support Initiatives for Industry and Partners
L-Acoustics has announced three new initiatives to help industry colleagues, partners, and clients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lakewood Baptist Church Advances Monitoring with KLANG:fabrik
Lakewood Baptist Church in Gainesville, Georgia has purchased two KLANG:fabrik immersive IEM mixing systems for use in its main worship sanctuary.
Multi-Platinum Guitarist and Producer ‘Mike K’ Krompass Endorses Sheptone
Sheptone has welcomed multi-platinum guitarist, producer, and songwriter Mike Krompass to its family of artists endorsing Sheptone products.
PRS Guitars Announces 2021 Virtual Launch Party in January
PRS Guitars today announced a virtual 2021 Launch Party to introduce new products, share artist performances, and host live guest appearances.
Open Door Church Completes Major System Upgrade with Allen & Heath
Turning to the local audio experts at Genesis Technology for guidance as to the best choice to modernize the system, the answer was unanimous—Allen & Heath dLive.
Genelec Announces Inaugural Mike Chafee Audio Pioneering Scholarship
Genelec Inc. has announced the introduction of the Genelec Mike Chafee Audio Pioneering Scholarship, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to audio education and promoting the advancement of women in the audio industry.
Fender Shares New Video With Rodgers
Fender recently joined forces with Nile Rodgers to showcase and explore the sonic possibilities of the Fender American Acoustasonic Series in a new video.
Guildhall School of Music & Dance Expands Production and Performance Capabilities with Solid State Logic
It’s one of those establishments where, despite its age - and the school was 140 years old in 2020 - it’s not surprising to find cutting-edge equipment such as the…
Steam Illumination Christmas Train Shines With ChamSys
The owner of Purple Lighting in West Sussex, Horn was responsible for designing and programming the 78-universe Steam Illuminations lightshow with the help of his ChamSys MagicQ MQ500M console and…