Aquila Admira
Aquila launched a new co-branding packaged set for classical guitar with Spanish luthier, Enrique Keller, owner of the Admira brand.
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Music China And Prolight + Sound Shanghai
Asia’s Largest MI Trade Show Continues to Grow – in Size and Significance
So Long, 2016, and Thanks for all the... Um... Actually: Good Riddance
So another year is in the books. This one will no doubt be remembered for one of the most divisive Presidential election campaigns in recent – heck, in the nation’s…
IK launches iRig amp
Digital product specialist IK Multimedia, continues to add to its retail product range launching the iRig Nano Amp, a micro amp with a built-in iOS interface.
The NAMM Foundation and The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus Announce Winners of Lennon Bus Recording Residency
The NAMM Foundation and The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus are pleased to announce three exceptional schools and their music programs as the winners of a recording residency on the…
Thomann opens US office
German online retailing giant Thomann, has opened its first office in the US.
MMR Reveals Dealers' Choice Awards
The 2016 Dealers’ Choice Awards (DCA) process represents “year two” of a far more comprehensive approach, resulting in enhanced participation and verifiability.
Research gives glimpse of 3D future
A research team from Autodesk and Dartmouth College has developed a new interactive design tool called Printone, which provides users with the ability to create functional 3-D printed wind instruments in…
50 Dealer/50 State Review & Forecast
Nationwide survey of MI retailers suggests generally ‘mixed’ outlook, although many remain concerned about effects of the recent election (Note: some of the stores contacted responded just prior to the…
24th Annual Dealers’ Choice Awards
The 2016 Dealers’ Choice Awards (DCA) process represents “year two” of a far more comprehensive approach, resulting in enhanced participation and verifiability.
Ernie Ball Adds KMC Music to Serve as a United States Distribution Partner
KMC Music has been appointed to serve as a United States distribution partner by Ernie Ball, Inc. According to KMC Music vice president of Merchandising Roger Hart, the appointment is…
Claman steps up as Carroll takes Focusrite reins
Avid has shuffled its senior management, with Tim Claman (pictured), vice president, platform and solutions, now responsible for Avid’s audio solutions, following former VP of audio products Tim Carroll's departure to become Focusrite CEO.
Gretsch unveils new limited edition trio
Gretsch has announced three new Limited Edition models of its most popular designs with new finishes, and upgraded features.
JBL ships new wi-fi controllable PA
JBL is shipping its new wi-fi controlled JBL PRX800W portable PA system through UK distributor Sound Technology.
Tracktion adds DAW Essentials Collection
In what it proclaims as its largest multiple product launch to date, Tracktion Corporation has released the DAW Essentials Collection, a suite of 16 effects plugins compatible with all professional…
Kidzter Edutainment Debuts Tune-Travel Adventure Books, Music Almanac, Albums
Kidzter.com, the music website for kids, has released the first book in its Tune-Travel series, The Kidzter Kids Meet Motown.
Orange starts Christmas giveaway
Orange is running its fourth annual Wish Granted competition in conjunction with its Facebook page.
StompLight adds DMX compatible pedal
StompLight International has added the StompLight DMX Pro to its growing product line-up of portable stage lighting effects.
Bassboss powers in with new SV8 speaker
US-based powered loudspeaker manufacturer Bassboss aims to bridge the gap between live and studio speaker performance with its new SV8 Powered MicroMain.
Gretsch Introduces New Limited Edition Models
Gretsch announced three new Limited Edition models that elevate their most celebrated designs with new finishes, upgraded features, and appointments.
Trade Regrets: Victor Tibaldeo Sr.
On Deceber 2, we received the following message from NAMM’s Dan Del FiorentnoI'm sorry to report that Victor Tibaldeo Sr. passed away on Thursday at the age of 93. He started…
Chauvet Professional Rogue RH1 Hybrid Illuminates New Zealand Coastline
A prominent rocky outgroup in Tasman Bay, Nelson’s Fifeshire Rock in New Zealand, was once known and feared as a shipping hazard. Recently, Nelson’s Civic Trust desired to make the…
D’Addario’s Evans Drumheads Features Omar Hakim Playing UV1 Drumheads
D’Addario’s Evans Drumheads continues its campaign for their new UV1 drumheads with featured artist Omar Hakim kicking off the performance video series this week.
New Keith McMillen project kickstarted
Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) is launching a Kickstarter campaign for its innovative K-Board Pro 4, a four-octave MIDI keyboard controller.
DigiTech launching Carcosa fuzz
DigiTech and UK distributor Sound Technology are shipping the DOD Carcosa Fuzz pedal this month.
HW Products Names Klingler Manager of Direct Sales
HW Products is celebrating its 40th year at NAMM and has welcomed Jim Klingler to their team as manager of direct sales.
Lewitt offers mic giveaway
Austrian mic manufacturer Lewitt, in conjunction with UK distributor JHS, is running a competition to win one of its LCT640TS Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphones worth £959.
UK economy gains £8.4bn from creative unis
Creative-focused universities, colleges and institutions contribute £8.4bn and over 310,000 jobs to the UK economy. A new report into the economic impact of these institutions shines a bright light on the huge…
Korg brings Wavestation to IOS
Korg has made its popular 90s synth the Wavestation, available as an app for IOS devices and has also released an Android version of the Kaossilator.
Korn Drummer Ray Luzier Relies on Auralex
Ray Luzier moved to the Nashville area over two years ago to take part in its music scene. One of the first things he did in his new home was…
Allen & Heath Expands U.S. Marketing Team
Allen & Heath has recently expanded the marketing team based at its USA distributor, American Music & Sound, with the appointment of Mike Bangs as Live Sound & Touring expert,…
Eric Johnson Joins D’Addario Fretted Artist Roster
D’Addario has welcomed Eric Johnson to their fretted artist roster.
KMC Pro Audio Expands Galaxy Audio Product Line
Capping a year of record breaking growth in its Pro Audio business, KMC Pro Audio today announced the expansion of its Galaxy Audio product offering, which now includes the company’s full…
DPA Microphones Continue to Deliver Sound for Patrick L. Smith
Audio Engineer Patrick L. Smith relies on DPA Microphones’ 4022 Compact Cardioid Microphone and d:screet 4060 Miniature Omnidirectional Microphone to capture and deliver the audio his clients have come to…
MoneyCapsules Launches Sharing Groups for Music Retailers
MoneyCapsules® today announced the Q2 launch of MoneyCapsules Groups, which preserves sharing group features; building trustful relationships with other non-competitor retailers, learning from each other’s success and failures, and realizing that…
New international tonewood protection laws coming
Action protecting more than 250 species of rosewood (dalbergia), three species of bubinga (guibourtia) and kosso (Pterocarpus erinaceus) taken at the recent meeting of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species(CITES) will have…
SSL centres on Nucelus 2 launch
Solid State Logic and distributor Sound Technology have announced the UK launch of Nucleus 2, a new version of SSL’s professional DAW controller, audio interface and studio monitoring hub.
Finns looking up for music start-up
An Espoo, Finland based start-up Linked By Music has launched a Beta version of a social media service that combines social features together with blogging services and a market place for musicians.
New Rovner Products Cap Packaging
January 2017, Rovner replacement caps come in boxes instead of bags.