Thomann makes €27m logistics investment
Thomann has invested a further €27m in the logistics operation at its Burgebrach HQ.
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Ulster luthiers talk to BBC
There's an nteresting BBC piece here on guitar makers in Northern Ireland including Lowden and Avalon guitars.
V&A hosting Teenage Engineering showcase
Sound Technology and Teenage Engineering are presenting a series of workshops, a design seminar and performing a unique DJ set at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum’s Friday Late on 29th…
Audix Corporation Names Doss Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Audix has announced that Chris Doss has joined the company as vice president of Sales and Marketing.
TASCAM Appoints Stopka Director of Business Development
TASCAM has named Joe Stopka to the position of director of business development. In his new position, Stopka will be responsible for pursuing and developing new business opportunities for the…
Laka adds electros to uke range
Laka has introduced two new electro-acoustic ukuleles to its range.
Drum mag sold to Stringletter
Long established US drumming mag Drum, will be sold to Stringletter in November.
NAMM program offers international visa help
NAMM has announced a new support program designed to encourage international visitors to attend the NAMM Show, called Visa Assist.
NAMM Announces Visa-Assist Program
NAMM has announced Visa Assist, a new support program designed to help international members of the pro audio and music products industry attend and conduct business at the 2017 NAMM…
Genelec Appoints Maclaughlin Education Sales Director
Genelec has appointed Dave Maclaughlin to the position of education sales director. Based in Florida, Maclaughlin will be in charge of educational sales for the entire U.S., as well as a…
Fishman Launches Free String Promotion Online To Drive Retail Sales
Fishman is offering free D’Addario strings with the purchase of a Fishman Bluegrass or Strings family pickup In a special web promotion designed to increase customer floor traffic and build…
DPA Names Mørch Product Manager
DPA Microphones has welcomed René Mørch as the company’s new product manager. Mørch previously worked for DPA Microphones from 2006 until 2009 as the Research & Development manager.
Spector becomes Smithsonian exhibit
American bass guitar specialists Spector are to be added to the permanent collection at the Smithsonian Museum of American History in Washington DC.
UJam adds Sparkle
UJam, the German virtual instrument specialist behind the Virtual Guitarist series has announced the release of a third version, named Sparkle, and a discounted product bundle of all three available…
Source Powers up with major new appointment
Source Distribution has appointed Darren Power to the newly created position of director of sales and marketing.
Point Source Audio Mics Violins and Violas for Philly POPS Orchestra
Point Source Audio (PSA) SERIES8 microphones have been selected for the Philly POPS, the largest standalone POPS orchestra in the United States—entertaining more than 100,000 audience members yearly. Houser Audio,…
Peaksware Hosts Community Block Party
On June 13, Peaksware Holdings, LLC portfolio of companies which includes Alfred Music, MakeMusic, TrainingPeaks, Best Bike Split, and TrainHeroic hosted a block party at their Boulder, Colorado offices to…
Manhasset Stands Feature New Colorful Packaging
Manhasset Stands have announced that new color cartons will be used for their single cartons for the majority of their music stand models. “We are very pleased to offer our…
Légère is Giving Five Schools 20 Limited Edition Mouthpiece Kits
At Légère we believe great education builds great musicians and for students to reach their full their full potential, they need the right equipment. To show our support for students, Légère is…
Hal Leonard Launches Enhanced Dealer Access Website
Hal Leonard has launched an enhanced and redesigned mobile-friendly dealer access website specific for their retailers.
D’Addario String Recycling at XPoNential Music Fest
D’Addario is proud to provide two string recycling boxes backstage at WXPN/Philadelphia’s XPoNential Music Festival presented by Subaru this year–allowing all the artists to deposit their used strings on site.
Supro adds new amp duo
JHS has expanded its Supro amp range again with two new additions.
Audio firms team up for training event
Audio-Technica – UK distributor for Apart Audio – is holding a training event in conjunction with AV distributor Leisuretec on 28th July.
Minimoog makes a comeback
Moog Music has resumed production of the Minimoog Model D synthesizer after more than 30 years.
The story of Gretsch
MMR’s May issue “Century Club” story highlighted several venerable MI companies on the basis of their unbroken history of family ownership. But there’s another manufacturer that holds the distinction of…
Now Marshall starts record label
Marshall’s latest diversification has seen it announce the creation of its own record label.
D’Addario Appoints Hickman European Marketing Manager
D’Addario has announced the appointment of Matthew Hickman as a new member of their international team as D’Addario’s European marketing manager, reporting directly to Simon Turnbull, managing director of D’Addario…
Cosmic Truss Names Saghbazarian Sales Manager
Cosmic Truss has announced the appointment of Paul Saghbazarian as their new sales manager, who will be working directly with Cosmic Truss brand director, David Park.
Renkus-Heinz Names Mantovani Engineering Manager
Renkus-Heinz has announced the appointment of Alberto Mantovani to the position of engineering manager.
BandLab acquires rival Composr service
BandLab, a global, cloud-based platform for iOS, Android and the web where users can create, collaborate and share their music, has acquired rival service, Composr.
HK upgrades active cabs
HK Audio’s Premium PR:O PA enclosures now features five new active full range cabinets, all featuring advanced DSP technology.
Beach Boys guitarist gets Italia signature model
Italia guitars has brought out a signature 12-string from Beach Boys guitarist, Jeffery Foskett.
More DR from B&M
Barnes and Mullins has added to its UK exclusive DR Strings offering.
Samson to Upgrade Distribution and Corporate Operations
Samson Technologies will relocate its 100,000 sq ft distribution center to the Los Angeles, California area to increase efficiency and improve its supply chain management.
Top MI Companies, Area Businesses Host Battle of the Bands July 21
Music & Arts, Woodwind & Brasswind, and Fender, will partner with local businesses, Flying Dog Brewery and Champion Billiards Sports Bar, to host the 2nd annual Battle of the Bands…
ROUNDTABLE: FX pedal market
We got together a number of guitar and bass FX pedal suppliers to discuss the current state of the market.
PLASA adds to seminar line-up
PLASA has announced more seminar sessions in the run up to this year’s show 2016 (18th-20th September, London Olympia).
Peavey launches USB mixer in UK
B&M has added the Peavey PV 20 USB to its expanding catalogue of Peavey Pro Audio gear.
The Design Oasis Expands Looks at Purple Hatters Ball with Rogue R1 FX-B
The Design Oasis supplied Chauvet Professional Rogue R1 FX-B LED fixtures for the 9th annual Purple Hatters Ball in Florida.
Antelope adds portable recording pair
Antelope Audio has launched its Zen Tour and Goliath multi-channel interfaces, which are both now shipping to the company’s global dealer network.