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The Music Link Named U.S. Distributor for Klotz AIS Cables

The Music Link Corp. has taken ofer over all sales and distribution operations for Klotz AIS Germany’s MI product range to the MI retail sector in the U.S.

Gear4Music operating profits more than double

Gear4music's adjusted operating profits rose by 138 per cent to £895,000 in the year to the end of February, with revenue also up.

Future buys Blaze Publishing

Future Publishing has acquired Blaze Publishing and with it, its portfolio of music titles and events, including the London Drum Show.

Roland Seeks Product Strategy Manager

Summary DescriptionA Product Strategy Manager is responsible for sales results of a product group, particularly for BOSS and Roland guitar product groups.

Macari's plays host to country legend (sort of)

Actor Tom Hiddleston, popped into Macari's guitar shop on London's Charing Cross Road recently to promote his newly-released Hank Williams biopic, I Saw the Light.

London Acoustic show back in September

After the biggest show yet in 2015, the London Acoustic Guitar Show is earmarked to return on 10th and 11th September 2016.

Sound Technology signs Apogee exclusive

Sound Technology has been appointed as exclusive distributor of Apogee Electronics in the UK and Ireland.

Hofner adds another to Shorty bass range

Following the succes of its black Shorty bass, Hofner has launched a white version.

2016 RPMDA Convention

The 2016 RPMDA 40th Anniversary Convention in St. Louis attracted 190 attendees, including 35 exhibitors and 31 first-time attendees. 

NAMM Announces Music Industry Day June 25 in Nashville

NAMM invites musicians, songwriters, sound and recording professionals, music educators and students to experience Summer NAMM during Music Industry Day.

Synthology Offering 33% off Ivory II-Grand Pianos in May

Ivory II-Grand Pianos feature over 77 gigabytes of acoustic grand piano sampled instruments, including a Bösendorfer 290 Imperial Grand, a German Steinway D 9' Concert Grand, and a Yamaha C7…

New sax store for Glasgow

Glasgow is getting a new music store in the form of The Saxophone Shop, which opens this Saturday (7th May).

Protection Racket adds new cymbal case

Protection Racket has added to its range of drum and percussion cases with the A6021 Deluxe Rigid Cymbal Vault.

Kurzweil adds free Forte Series patches

Kurzweil has added a series of added SoundBanks for its Forte Series models which can be downloaded now from the Kurzweil website free of charge.

Fustolo Joins Renkus-Heinz as Application Engineer

Renkus-Heinz has announced the appointment of Joe Fustolo to the position of application engineer.

Yet more VC investment in ROLI

ROLI, the East London-based music technology company, has raised yet more money for its spongy keyboard quirkiness, with another $27 million from venture capitalists. 

London Drum Show sets Olympia dates

The London Drum Show, in association with Drummer magazine, is returning to Olympia London on 12th and 13th November 2016.

Taking JodyJazz to Cuba

Jody Espina, founder and president of JodyJazz Inc., recently had the opportunity to visit Cuba and spread the word about JodyJazz saxophone mouthpieces among some of the country’s leading saxophone…

AES Announces Dates, Committee Members for 141st Convention in L.A.

The Audio Engineering Society (AES) has begun to set the stage for the 141st International Convention which will return to the Los Angeles Convention Center, Thursday, September 29 – Sunday, October…

PLASA Focus debuts for Sound Technology line-up

Sound Technology UK/ROI distributor of Harman Professional Solutions audio brands including AKG, JBL Professional and Soundcraft is debuting a number of products at PLASA Focus at the Royal Armouries in…

Taylor makes ebony conservation donation

World-renowned guitar maker Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars has donated $400,000 to support ebony conservation research and restoration efforts in Cameroon.

DR adds drop down string sets

DR strings has announced the addition of Drop-Down Tuning (DDT) electric guitar and bass strings to the range now available in the UK through distributor Barnes and Mullins.

JHS boosts Supro European sales team

JHS has strengthened European sales of its Supro amp brand with the appointment of five new sales agents in France and Germany.

Tannoy UK factory faces closure as jobs head to China

More British jobs are heading out to China, as Music (formerly Music Group) proposes to lay off around 70 staff at its Tannoy manufacturing and office facility in Coatbridge, Scotland. 

TMP Names Marshall Senior VIP Sales Account Manager

The Music People (TMP) is proud to welcome Autumn Marshall as senior VIP sales account manager, as of May 2.

Noteflight Announces Expanded Leadership Team

Recognizing the dramatic growth of Noteflight as both a notation product and digital music delivery technology for the industry, Noteflight and Hal Leonard have announced an expansion of the Noteflight…

Alesis Exhibits Latest Electronic Drum Kits

Alesis announced that they are bringing their Alesis Drum Lab to the Chicago Drum Show, May 21-22, 2016.

Hornberg hb1 Midi Breath Station

Illio’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.

AIM Gifts G-Clef Marble Mugs

Enjoy your favorite hot beverage with the new marbleized mug designs from AIM Gifts.

The Mouthpiece Manager by Rovner

The Mouthpiece Manager by Rovner is a handy little stand for organizing and displaying your collection.

Jericho Guitars Edge Series Electric Guitars

Jericho Guitars is excited to bring their first Standard Scale Electric Guitar featuring the new scale length, 25.75.”  Both 6 and 7 string versions are available in Standard (25.75”) and…

Kanile`A `Ukulele Ku`uipo Concert

Kanile`A `Ukulele’s Ku’uipo Concert features a heart-shaped sound hole as the centerpiece of the instrument’s aesthetic design and the Kanile`a patented TRU bracing system is designed to guarantee optimal resonance…

New Paiste Formula 602, Giant Beat, and 2002 Sound Edge Cymbals Available from KMC Music

KMC Music announced that it is now shipping the new line of Paiste Formula 602, Giant Beat, and 2002 Sound Edge cymbals. 

PLASA showcase for Audio Technica

Audio-Technica is set to showcase a wide range of products from its microphone and headphone ranges and the latest offerings from Allen & Heath and Apart Audio at PLASA Focus…

Tombo launches new 'short cross' harmonica

Japanese harmonica specialist, Tombo has designed an all-new style of chromatic harmonica – the Mu-01.

Melbourne show returns in August

After a successful return last year, the Australian Music Association (AMA) has announced the return of the Melbourne Guitar Show in 2016.

Indonesian deal for FBT

Italian audio specialist FBT has struck a distribution deal with PT Promedia Innovative Solution to represent its entire product range throughout Indonesia. 

Peavey picks PLASA Focus

Barnes & Mullins, UK distributor of Peavey Amplification, is bringing the range to Plasa Focus next month in a first outing since taking on distribution of the brand.

Remo Belli

Remo Belli, the founder and CEO of Remo, has passed away at the age of 88.

Barnes and Mullins relaunches Promuco sticks

Barnes and Mullins has acquired UK-based drumstick brand, Promuco.