Trade Regrets: Mary Henkin
We recently received the following message from NAMM’s Dan Del Fiorentino:Mary Henkin passed away on May 30 in Elkhart at the age of 87.
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NAMM Foundation Awards NSPC $40,000 Grant
The work of the National String Project Consortium (NSPC) has been recognized with a $40,000 grant from The NAMM Foundation.
Players Music Named Distributor for Lizard Spit
Players Music LLC has been appointed exclusive distributor for Lizard Spit™ products. The exclusive territory will cover the U.S., Canada, EU countries and Australia.
Bax continues European expansion, tweaks name
Dutch online retailer Bax-shop is changing its name to Bax Music and expanding its presence in Europe.
Teenage kicks for Sound Technology
Sound Technology has taken on distribution of Swedish firm Teenage Engineering's products in the UK and Ireland.
GC Names Japinga President
Guitar Center has appointed Ron Japinga to the position of president of Guitar Center, effective June 15, 2016. The announcement was made by Darrell Webb, Guitar Center CEO.
Trade Regrets: Hugo Schreiber
On June 15th, we received the following message from NAMM’s Dan Del Fiorentino:Hugo Schreiber passed away peacefully yesterday at home with his two daughters by his side. He was 88 years…
Fender launches Mod Shop
Fender has launched its new Fender Mod Shop, which allows buyers to design their own guitar by choosing from a wide variety of customisable options.
Japinga steps up at Guitar Center
Guitar Center has appointed Ron Japinga to the position of president.
Dream Cymbals extends Bliss line-up
With the success of its Bliss Paper Thin Crash models in sizes 20” and 22”, Dream Cymbals has now extended the range to include all sizes from 14” to 20”, plus…
Touring drummers back BC2 range
Porter & Davies silent tactile monitors are on tour globally with a big number of artists this summer.
Manuel Rodriguez re-issues handmade range
With manufacturing now fully up and running at its Toledo HQ, Manuel Rodriguez has re-issued its handmade in Spain range of guitars.
Hal Leonard Launches backwing Project
Hal Leonard's Performing Arts division has launched a new digital community called Backwing, aimed at music and performing arts communities and including a direct sales site.
Radial launches Direct-Drive box
Radial Engineering has just shipped the JDX Direct-Drive.
DW confirms Fleetwood Rumours snare
The latest Drum Workshop Collector’s Series Icon Snare is a tribute to Fleetwood Mac drummer, Mick Fleetwood and his namesake band’s 1977 smash release, Rumours.
Universal and Zildjian resolve dispute
Universal Percussion, distributor of Wuhan cymbals, has voluntarily dismissed the trademark infringement action it filed against Avedis Zildjian last month relating to Avedis Zildjian's allegedly unauthorised use of Universal Percussion's…
Future closing Drummer mag
Future Publishing is closing its recently-acquired Drummer magazine, purchased as part of the Blaze Publishing acquisition, with the August issue set to be the final edition.
Curbishley, CEO of PRG Music Group, Announces Resignation
CEO of the PRG Music Group, Mickey Curbishley has announced that he will be leaving Production Resource Group as of June 30, 2016.
Universal Percussion Dismisses Suit Against Zildjian
Universal Percussion, distributor of Wuhan cymbals,has voluntarily dismissed the trademark infringement action it filed against Avedis Zildjian last month relating to Avedis Zildjian's allegedly unauthorized use of Universal Percussion's S…
Holy Grail show confirms line-up
The exhibitor list for the 2016 Holy Grail Guitar Show has been confirmed, with 135 different luthiers showcased at the Berlin event.
New Thomas Blug pedals from Xvive
The range of compact effects pedals from Xvive continues to grow with two new signature pedals from German guitar virtuoso Thomas Blug.
Rocktron reduces noise reduction unit
Guitar noise reduction firm Rocktron, has launched the MicroHUSH, a version of its HUSH noise reduction pedal in a micro chassis.
Barnes & Mullins holding DR string swap shops
DR String’s distributor Barnes & Mullins has announced the launch of a one day promotional event in participation with eight selected UK retailers.
HAMMOND ORGAN’s Sound Soul Summit V to Rock Nashville
HAMMOND ORGAN USA announces the lineup for the fifth Sound Soul Summit, to be held during the Summer NAMM Show on June 23, 2016. The Summit is co-sponsored by Keyboard…
Blizzard Lighting Stiletto Glo19
The Stiletto Glo19 is Blizzard Lighting’s unique 11° to 58° zoomable wash moving head with under-the-lens “Glo” effects.
Chauvet Professional Maverick MK2 Spot
Chauvet Professional debuts the new Maverick series of moving fixtures with the Maverick MK2 Spot. Bright, fast and loaded with performance features, the new LED spot is already making waves…
UAD Software v8.6 featuring Fender'55 Tweed Deluxe
Universal Audio has announce the release of UAD Software v8.6, featuring the Fender’55 Tweed Deluxe for Apollo interfaces and UAD-2 hardware.
Hornberg hb1 Midi Breath Station
ILIO's hb1 MIDI Breath Station from Hornberg Research is designed to allow the user to add natural expression to any electronic instrument or peripheral device with MIDI or USB.
FBT VENTIS
Comprising four versatile loudspeaker enclosures for either portable use or fixed installation, the Italian-made FBT VENTIS Series has been designed to meet the highest standards in both performance and aesthetic…
Légère Orchestral Grade Synthetic Oboe Reed
After many months of delays and streamlining production Légère has launch the first orchestral grade synthetic oboe reed.
Hal Leonard Sixth Volume of Real Book
Hal Leonard Corporation is proud to unveil a new volume in the songbook series for jazz musicians in the world: The Real Book Volume 6.
IMS Technologies BLOWiT Fans and Charactune Tuners
IMS Technologies, an MI fundraiser housing cancer patients and their famillies, introduces BLOWiT Fans and adds to their line of Charactune Tuners.
Loog Guitars App and Educators’ Guide
The Loog Guitars' app, dubbed Loog Academy, packs a complete set of tools to get kids playing songs: a tuner, video lessons by Grammy award winner Tim Kubart, chord charts,…
Sabian Revives Crescent Cymbals
Sabian is proud to announce a continued commitment to old-world cymbal excellence with the relaunch of Crescent Cymbals – a series of traditionally-crafted instruments that are thin, dark, complex and…
On-Stage Band & Orchestra Care Accessories
On-Stage a new line of band & orchestra care accessories assortment includes everything from brass/woodwind swabs, brushes and cleaning kits; to cork grease and valve oil.
Players Music Cool Wind Horns
Players Music has been appointed exclusive U.S. distributor for Cool Wind ABS Horns, the next generation of plastic wind instruments.
Alfred Music Basic Piano Library: Popular Hits
Alfred Music release new levels of the already-existing series Alfred’s Basic Piano Library: Popular Hits. New levels being released include Level 1A, Level 3, Complete Level 1 (1A/1B), and Complete…
Electro-Harmonix Mel9 Tape Replay
EHX’s new MEL9 Tape Replay Machine emulates classic Mellotronsounds includeing: orchestra, cello, strings, flute, clarinet, saxophone, brass, low choir and high choir.