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Modal Electronics Announces the COBALT5S
Modal Electronics, a leading global synthesiser manufacturer, has just announced a new addition to the critically acclaimed COBALT Series, the COBALT5S.
Audix Introduces the M45 Shortgun Aimable Shotgun Ceiling Mic
Audix is very pleased to introduce its newest installed ceiling mic, the M45 Shortgun miniaturized shotgun condenser ceiling mic.
Musikmesse, Musikmesse Plaza and Musikmesse Festival Postponed, New Event and Festival Concept Being Planned
The consumer trade fair formats Musikmesse Plaza and Musikmesse Festival will not be held in April 2022 owing to the current situation and the short lead time involved.
March 2022 Marks the 37th Music In Our Schools Month
This March, music educators and music students will be celebrating music education in their school communities demonstrating how “Music: The Sound of My Heart” resonates with them.
DAS Audio Appoints Michael Rodriguez Marketing Manager, North America
DAS Audio of America, the North American subsidiary of Valencia, Spain-based DAS Audio, a leading manufacturer of loudspeaker systems, power amplification, and related products for the sound reinforcement market, is…
Rene Garcia and Chris Fernandez Call on CHAUVET Professional and 4Wall at Premio Lo Nuestro
“I enjoy the music of the language,” 17-time Grammy winner Sting said of Spanish. “It’s an emotional quality that it gives me.”
Dean Introduces Thoroughbred Select Floyd Quilt Maple Natural Black Burst Electric Guitar
Dean Guitars is off to the races with its first electric guitar of 2022, the Thoroughbred Select Floyd Quilt Maple Natural Black Burst.
Trace Elliot Unveils TE -1200 Bass Amp Head
Trace Elliot® enters a new period of innovation with the all-new TE® -1200 bass amp head.
Fender Launches Star-Studded, 30 Day Digital Concert Series Supporting California Music & Arts Education Initiative
On March 1, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announced “Vote Arts and Minds Sessions.”
Sennheiser Digital 6000 Wireless System Dominates Halftime Performances with Stellar Audio During Super Bowl LVI
While the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals faced off in Super Bowl LVI at Los Angeles’ new $5.5 Billion SoFi Stadium on February 13, a significant draw for fans…
Austrian Audio Expands Product Availability Through Group One Ltd. Sales Network
Austrian Audio's U.S. distributor, Group One Ltd., has signed several new sales & marketing firms and is now positioned to reach more dealers throughout North America.
Steven Douglas Lights Maria Doyle Kennedy and Kieran Kennedy With CHAUVET Professional
Some 35-years ago, a young Irish singer was performing a gig when she met another aspiring musician who invited her to perform on one of his demo tracks.
Jerry Cantrell 'Fire Devil' Songwriter - Ebony from Gibson
Whether you’re writing a song at home, laying it down in the studio, or bringing it to thousands on stage, Gibson's Jerry Cantrell "Fire Devil" Songwriter delivers.
The TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Station is Central to Producer/Presenter Cristina Gomez’ Podcast Work
For those with an interest in Ufology (the investigation of unidentified flying objects (UFOs), Producer/Presenter Cristina Gomez’s work is already well known.
CrimsonAV Hires ProAV Mounting Solution Specialist, Larry Drum
CrimsonAV, the leader in custom ProAV mounting solutions, has hired long-time sales pro, Larry Drum, as their National Sales Manager.
Mid-West Manufacturers Reps Announce Merger
BP Marketing, a leading Pro AV manufacturers rep in the mid-west, announced that they will be joining forces with Visitec.
NAMM Announces 2023, 2024 NAMM Show Dates
As the full impact of the global pandemic comes into clearer focus, the NAMM Board of Directors, members, and staff have charted the path for The 2023 and 2024 NAMM…
Retail Innovation and Financial Summit to Open The 2022 NAMM Show
On Thursday, June 2, ahead of the opening of The 2022 NAMM Show, retail leaders, managers and professionals from across the industry are welcomed to participate in two half-day intensive…
The 2022 New Year's Eve Spectacular in Belgrade Gets the Party Started with EAW
When it comes to New Year’s Eve celebrations, the Serbian capital of Belgrade has long been recognized in the region and throughout the world as having one of the best.…
Celestion Debuts the G12H-150 Redback Dynamic Speaker Responses
Celestion, the celebrated manufacturer of guitar and bass loudspeakers and professional audio drivers for sound reinforcement applications, is very pleased to announce that the G12H-150 Redback is available as a…
Stay High Agency Chooses Martin Audio WPS for Polish Roof Parties
Stay High Agency, the Polish-based promoters and producers of a popular series of near legendary Roof Party events (which take place on the roofs of hotels and malls in their…
Brantley Sound Supplies Avantis for Little River Band and The Oak Ridge Boys
With combined record sales of over 70 million units, 100 years of performances across world stages, and storied histories spanning from gospel to classic rock, the Little River Band and…
MMR Dealer Survey: Coated Guitar and Bass Strings
We invite you to participate in our next MI retailer survey – this month on the topic of Coated Guitar and Bass Strings.
Sheila E.’s Elevate Oakland and The Guitar Center Music Foundation Surprise Oakland Middle School Students with New Music Room and Instruments
The Guitar Center Music Foundation has partnered with Elevate Oakland to build a brand-new music program at Elmhurst United Middle School, Oakland, Calif.
VocoPro Announces New, Versatile USB Mic Packages for Streaming, Recording, Conference Rooms, and Churches
Audio/Visual leader VocoPro has announced a series of versatile USB mic packages for various applications including streaming, recording, conference room meetings and church services.
Phil Jones Bass and W-Music Expand EU Distribution
Phil Jones Bass (PJB) has announced that W-Music Distribution, a division of Warwick GmbH, will be the sole distributor and warehouse for PJB in the EU, covering all markets except…
Gibson Celebrates Sister Rosetta Tharpe
Before there was MTV, before there was arena rock, before distortion became standard fare for guitar players, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe, an audacious performer from Cotton Plant, Arkansas who…
PreSonus Expands Revelator Family with new USB Vocal Mic, Interface
PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. has announced the global launch of two new products in its innovative Revelator™ line.
Excelcia Music Publishing Adds Eight New Composers to its Roster for 2022 Releases
Excelcia Music Publishing announces that eight phenomenal new composers and arrangers have joined its ranks for its upcoming 2022 new releases of Jazz Ensemble, Choral, Concert Band and String Orchestra…
ADJ Enters A New Era With Encore Lime Par Series of IP65-Rated LED Wash Fixtures
The new Encore Lime Par Series of IP65-rated LED wash fixtures from ADJ feature quad color (RGB + lime) LEDs that offer sensational brightness with a very high CRI. Designed…
Sound United’s Sound Start Foundation Names Terry Lewis as Executive Director
The Sound Start Foundation has announced that Terry Lewis has been named as Executive Director, following the organization’s remarkable growth over the past three years.
Dave Mustaine Flying V EXP from Gibson
Dave Mustaine is the legendary guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and founder of the multi-platinum selling and Grammy® Award-winning band, MEGADETH.
Dustin Derry Reflects Scope of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat With CHAUVET Professional
The 380-seat McLaughlin Theatre at St. Ignatius Prep is long on charm and character.
Fender Announces Squier 40th Anniversary Collection
The Squier® 40th Anniversary Collection ($599.99 USD, £499.00 GBP, €599.00 EUR, $1249.00 AUD, ¥94,600 JPY) celebrates the brand’s Ruby anniversary with the Gold Edition boasting anodized aluminum pickguards, Fender-designed alnico single-coil pickups and…
Metal Guitarist Isaac Delahaye Rocks Hard with KRK
Belgian guitarist Isaac Delahaye says music is “in his genes,” and, looking at his history, there’s no denying that.
Genelec Drives Korea’s Immersive Pioneers
Genelec’s Smart Active Monitors are helping to make SOUND360 stand out from the crowd in South Korea, with the country’s first 9.1.6 Dolby Atmos® studio.
D’Addario Foundation Launches Bridge Fund
The D’Addario Foundation is honored to announce the launch of the Bridge Fund, a new initiative focused specifically on bridging the gap between access to music education and the Black…
Compact Allen & Heath dLive C1500 Brings California Vibrations To Long Beach Reggae Festival
California Vibrations (Cali Vibes) was held over three days at Marina Green Park in Long Beach, CA, with over 60,000 attendees gathering in the 75-degree California sun to celebrate reggae…
On the Stick: Percussion Mallet Sales
Band & Orchestra mallet sales are driven, in large part, by school music programs at all levels.